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This scores grammar, usage and mechanics, not the writing itself. It is a companion to the full rubric for the same task and grade band.  \nSO U RC E A N D ATT RI B UTIO N  \nThis rubric was written and published by New Jersey Department of Education. NudgeLearn did not author it and claims no ownership of it; it is reproduced here with attribution so it can be printed. Rubrics are revised periodically, so check the official document before using this for a graded assessment.  \n[https://nj.portal.cambiumast.com/content/contentresources/en/Writing%20Rubrics%20for%20the%20NJSLA-A%20and%20the%20N](https://nj.portal.cambiumast.com/content/contentresources/en/Writing%20Rubrics%20for%20the%20NJSLA-A%20and%20the%20N)[JGPA-A.pdf](JGPA-A.pdf)  \nHow it is scored  \n\n| CRITERION | POINTS | LEVELS |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Conventions | 5 | 5 |\n| Total\u003Cbr>The full rubric | 5 |  |\n| Conventions · 5 points\u003Cbr>SCORE WHAT EARN S IT |  |  |\n| 5 pts The response demonstrates command of conventions in a written response to an on-demand prompt. Characteristics: Demonstrates command of the system and structure of the English language; Demonstrates command of capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and usage; Demonstrates effective language choices for meaning or style. |  |  |\n| 4 pts The response demonstrates general command of conventions. Characteristics: Demonstrates general command of the system and structure of the English language; Demonstrates general command of capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and usage; Demonstrates generally effective language choices for meaning or style. |  |  |\n| 3 pts The response demonstrates basic command of conventions. Characteristics: Demonstrates partial command of the system and structure of the English language; Demonstrates partial command of capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and usage; Demonstrates somewhat effective language choices for meaning or style. |  |  |\n\n[nudgelearn.app](nudgelearn.app) NJSLA-A Grade 9 and NJGPA-A Conventions Page 1 of 2  \n2 pts The response demonstrates limited command of conventions. Characteristics: Demonstrates limited command of the system and structure of the English language; Demonstrates limited command of capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and usage; Demonstrates limited effectiveness of language choices for meaning or style.  \n\n| 1 pt | The response demonstrates minimal command of conventions. Characteristics: Demonstrates minimal command of the system and structure of the English language; Demonstrates minimal or no command of capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and usage; Demonstrates minimal effectiveness of language choices for meaning or style. |\n| --- | --- |\n\nScoring record  \n\n| Student | Assignment | Date |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n\nCRITERION SCORE COMMENTS  \n\n| Conventions | / 5 |  |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n\nTotal / 5  \nFree to print and share. 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