Interviews

We interviewed different members of the staff, to practice writing descriptive writing, and as part of our "A Place of Our Own" unit..

We did this in partners.

Each interview should have three paragraphs:

Paragraph one begins with a hook, and includes background information about the staff members past. Paragraph two describes their current job at Beit Yaacov. Paragraph three describes their personal interests and hobbies, as well as their views about what it means to have a home.

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The rubric used for grading the interviews follows:
 * CATEGORY || 4 || 3 || 2 || 1 ||
 * Ideas || There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information. || Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. || Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. || The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. ||
 * Hook || The introduction is inviting, states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper. || The introduction clearly states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper, but is not particularly inviting to the reader. || The introduction states the main topic, but does not adequately preview the structure of the paper nor is it particularly inviting to the reader. || There is no clear introduction of the main topic or structure of the paper. ||
 * Paragraphs || Details are placed in a logical order and the way they are presented effectively keeps the interest of the reader. || Details are placed in a logical order, but the way in which they are presented/introduced sometimes makes the writing less interesting. || Some details are not in a logical or expected order, and this distracts the reader. || Many details are not in a logical or expected order. There is little sense that the writing is organized. ||
 * Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency) || All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis. || Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand. || Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand. || The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand. ||
 * Word Choice || Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, and the choice and placement of the words seems accurate, natural and not forced. || Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, but occasionally the words are used inaccurately or seem overdone. || Writer uses words that communicate clearly, but the writing lacks variety, punch or flair. || Writer uses a limited vocabulary that does not communicate strongly or capture the reader's interest. Jargon or cliches may be present and detract from the meaning. ||