There is a clear beginning, middle, and ending to the report. Writing has some spelling or grammar mistakes. It's hard to tell where the beginning, middle, and ending of the report is. No clear beginning, middle and ending.
Student successfully transmits the main points of the report, and supports opinions with evidence.
Student has some difficulty sustaining audience interest and attention, successfully transmits only some of the main points of the report, and leaves some of the opinions unsupported with evidence. Student's main points are confused, and there is little supportive evidence. Poster looks organized and the material is clearly presented. Student has drawn a map that clearly shows the route the railroad took. The three important railroad events are clearly stated and fully explained.