An appropriate explanation with adequate support from the text is provided. The explanation may lack some supporting details. 2 Response illustrates a basic comprehension of how writers use language to accomplish their purposes. A partial explanation with limited support from the text is provided. 1 Response illustrates minimal comprehension of how writers use language to accomplish their purposes.
Response is incorrect or irrelevant.
Use specific evidence from both poems to support your answer. Scoring Guide Score Description 4 Response illustrates a thorough comprehension of poetic themes by providing a clear, fully developed explanation of the thematic differences found in the two poems. The explanation includes strong support from both poems. 3 Response illustrates a general comprehension of poetic themes by providing an appropriate explanation of the thematic differences found in the two poems. The explanation includes adequate support from the poems and may lack some supporting details.