Unit 3: Rise and Fall of Rome Assignment
The rise and fall of the Roman Empire are pivotal events in human history. Identify three factors that led to Rome’s rise and three factors that led to its fall. Your paper should be 2-3 pages in length in proper APA format while citing a minimum of 3 sources. Ensure you properly organize your essay including an introduction with thesis statement and a conclusion.
Students: Be sure to read the criteria, by which your paper will be evaluated, before you write, and again after you write.
| CRITERIA | Deficient | Proficient | Exemplary |
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Thesis |
No thesis or unclear or incomplete and does not demonstrate an understanding of social studies concepts.
0-1 Point |
Weak, inadequately developed, and marginally demonstrates an understanding of social studies concepts.
2-3 Points |
Clear, well-developed, and demonstrates an understanding of social studies concepts.
4-5 Points |
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Rise of Rome: 3 Factors |
Lacks specific, credible, and relevant support OR may include evidence without analysis for the rise of the Roman Empire.
0-10 Points |
Minimally supported with specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Provided minimal analysis for the rise of the Roman Empire.
11-20 Points |
Well supported with a broad spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Analysis of the factors for the rise of the Roman Empire shows depth.
21-30 Points |
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Fall of Rome: 3 Factors |
Lacks specific, credible, and relevant support OR may include evidence without analysis for the fall of the Roman Empire.
0-10 Points |
Minimally supported with specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Provided minimal analysis for the fall of the Roman Empire.
11-20 Points |
Well supported with a broad spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Analysis of the factors for the fall of the Roman Empire shows depth.
21-30 Points |
| Clear and Professional Writing and Format | Errors impede professional presentation; guidelines not followed.
0-6 Points |
Few errors that do not impede professional presentation.
7-13 Points |
Writing and format is clear, professional, APA compliant, and error free.
14-20 Points |
| Total | 85 Points |