AP French Argumentative Essay Rubric

Which score level demonstrates a high degree of comprehension of the sources' viewpoints with very few minor inaccuracies?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 5

Answer explanation

A score of 5 indicates a high degree of comprehension of the sources' viewpoints, with very few minor inaccuracies. This level reflects a thorough understanding, making it the correct choice for the question.

At which score level is the student's own position on the topic presented with clarity and coherence?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 1

Answer explanation

A score of 4 indicates that the student's position is presented with clarity and coherence, effectively articulating their viewpoint. Lower scores (1-3) suggest varying degrees of lack of clarity or coherence.

What is a characteristic of the "2" score level in terms of vocabulary and idiomatic language?

• Very few vocabulary resources

• Limited vocabulary and idiomatic language

• Appropriate but basic vocabulary and idiomatic language

• Varied and appropriate vocabulary and idiomatic language

Answer explanation

The '2' score level indicates a limited range of vocabulary and idiomatic expressions, which aligns with the correct choice. This level suggests that while some vocabulary is used, it lacks variety and depth.

Which score level is described as having "little or no control of grammar, syntax, and usage"?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Answer explanation

Score level 1 is characterized by having little or no control of grammar, syntax, and usage, making it the correct choice for this description.

What is the organizational characteristic of a "2" score?

• Little or no organization

• Limited organization; ineffective use of transitional elements

• Some organization; limited use of transitional elements

• Organized essay; effective use of transitional elements

Answer explanation

A score of '2' indicates some organization in the writing, but it lacks effective transitional elements, making the flow less coherent. Thus, the correct choice is 'Some organization; limited use of transitional elements'.

Which score level is described as "fully understandable, with ease and clarity of expression"?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 5

Answer explanation

Score level 5 is described as 'fully understandable, with ease and clarity of expression', indicating the highest level of clarity and comprehension in communication.

What is a characteristic of the "4" score level in terms of sentence structure?

• Uses strings of simple sentences and phrases

• Uses strings of mostly simple sentences, with a few compound sentences

• Develops mostly paragraph-length discourse with simple, compound, and a few complex sentences

• Develops paragraph-length discourse with a variety of simple and compound sentences, and some complex sentences

Answer explanation

The correct choice describes the '4' score level as developing mostly paragraph-length discourse, incorporating simple, compound, and a few complex sentences, indicating a more sophisticated sentence structure than simpler levels.

Which score level includes "summarizes, with limited integration, content from all three sources in support of an argument"?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Answer explanation

The score level that includes "summarizes, with limited integration, content from all three sources in support of an argument" is level 4. This indicates a basic level of synthesis and support in the argument.

What is the characteristic of a "5" score in terms of the student's own position on the topic?

• Minimally suggests the student's own position

• Presents, or at least suggests, the student's own position

• Presents and defends the student's own position with clarity

• Presents and defends the student's own position with a high degree of clarity

Answer explanation

A score of '5' indicates that the student not only presents their own position but also defends it with a high degree of clarity, demonstrating a strong understanding and articulation of their viewpoint.

Which score level is described as "barely understandable, with frequent or significant errors that impede comprehensibility"?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 5

Answer explanation

Score level 1 is characterized as "barely understandable, with frequent or significant errors that impede comprehensibility," making it the correct choice for this description.