Anzacs and Us
Assessment 1 Schedule - Poetic writing

Level 2

Write on a variety of topics, shaping ideas in a number of genres, making choices in language and forms. 

Key indicators.

The students will be able to:

·	Write with own authentic voice. 
·	Write in the first person and with appropriate language in regard to the genre. 
·	Write with an orientation e.g. background. 
·	Use some of who, what where, when and why. 
·	Sequence most events in time order that are linked by using words that indicate the passage of time (e.g., then, later, next). 
·	Use simple action verbs. 
·	Use past tense. 
·	Use statements of facts e.g. the beach was small and surrounded by cliffs. 
·	Convey meaning. 
·	Demonstrate evidence of some editing and proof reading. 

Level 3

Write on a variety of topics, shaping, editing and reworking texts in a range of genres using vocabulary and conventions such as spelling and sentence structure, appropriate to the genre. 

Key indicators.

The students will be able to:

·	Write with a sincere, honest and authentic voice. 
·	Sequence ideas effectively. 
·	Make a connection with the audience. 
·	Use language appropriate to the genre. 
·	Maintain the theme, plot and characterization. 
·	Attempt to attract and maintain the reader's interest. 
·	Sequence events in time order and link in a variety of ways. 
·	Add detail using a variety of verbs, adjectives and adverbs. 
·	Uses a variety of sentence structure. 
·	Tense use is appropriate. 
·	Use who, where, when, why, what effectively and adds relevant descriptive detail. 
·	Provide evidence of factual material used to authenticate the story. 
·	Demonstrate editing and reworking of the text. 

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