History 120

History 120 DE

History of the Movies - On-Line

Unit 6

Mid-Term Exam

Dr. Bruce Haulman

Welcome to Unit 6 of
The History of the Movies On-Line

Mid-Term Exam

To complete Unit 6 in this class you need to complete the Mid-Term Exam below: (be sure to scroll through the entire page to see everything)

Please answer the following question in a well developed essay. Provide specific examples from the films we have viewed as evidence to support your argument. A well developed essay has a clear Introduction and Thesis Statement, multiple Body Paragraphs which develop each major point, and a Conclusion that summarizes your argument.

How did America emerge as the dominant film producing nation in the world by the 1950s? Be sure to include: 1. the role of the Classic Hollywood Style, 2. the rise of the Studio and Star Systems, and, 3. the role of technical innovations that made this rise to dominance possible.

History of the Movies Mid-Term Exam Grading Rubric - Total Points - _____/ 250

Writing Conventions - Introduction, Conclusion, and Organization (25 points)

	10 points	8 points	6 points	4 or less points
Introduction and Conclusion	Intro sets up essay, conclusion bring closure	Intro is vague; Conclusion not specific	Intro limited and Conclusion weak	No Intro; No Conclusion
Points
	15 points	12 points	10 points	7 points or less
Organization	Paragraphs relate to thesis logically, and to one another with clear transitions	Paragraphs generally relate to thesis logically; transitions are used	Two or more paragraphs do not connect logically to thesis; transitions are not adequate	Lack of thesis leads to unorganized paper; few transitions
Points

Key Elements of the American rise to dominance 1893-1955 (150 Points)

	75 points	65 points	55 points	45 points or less
Description of rise to dominance and elements of this rise	Description is well summarized with numerous examples	Description is summarized well but only a few examples are used	Description not well summarized and few examples used	Not sure which Elements or Changes you propose
Points
	75 points	65 points	55 points	45 points or less
Clarity of examples of the elements of the rise	Description is clearly stated, Elements or Changes are identified, and numerous examples are used to clarify	Description used is clear but not well stated; few Elements or Changes are identified; few examples are used to clarify	Description is not clear; no Elements or Changes are identified; no examples are used for clarity	Not sure which Elements or Changes you propose
Points

Clarity and Reasonableness of Argument (50 Points)

	20 points	16 points	12 points	10 points or less
Clarity of Argument	Clear thesis, well stated and specific	Thesis is obvious but is either not precise or too broad	Thesis is not obvious and/or weakly stated and needs revision	Lack of clear thesis
Points
	20 points	16 points	12 points	10 points or less
Support for Argument	Argument is clear and supported with numerous and diverse examples that logically support your interpretation	Argument is clear and supported with a few examples that logically support your interpretation	Argument is clear but no examples are used to support your interpretation	Argument is in draft stage with little clarity
Points
	10 points	8 points	6 points	4 points or less
Reasonableness of Argument	Examples are multiple, varied, and clearly and logically support your interpretation	A few examples are used to logically support your interpretation	Argument is logical but no examples are used to support your interpretation	Argument is in draft stage with no examples
Points

Writing Conventions - Clarity, Structure, and Proofing (25 points)

	5 points	4 points	3 points	2 points or less
Clarity	Writing is clear and precise	Writing is clear but precision lacking	Writing is confusing in places	Writing lacks clarity
Points
	10 points	8 points	6 points	4 points or less
Sentence and Paragraph Structure	Sentences are varied and clearly stated; paragraphs have clear focus and multiple examples	Sentences are clearly stated; paragraphs have clear focus	Sentences are very simple and not varied; paragraphs not clearly focused	Incomplete, broken, or run-on sentences; paragraphs missing or have multiple ideas
Points
	10 points	8 points	6 points	4 or less points
Grammar and Spelling	Paper has been proof read for grammar, spelling and diction; APA literary conventions have been followed	Paper has been proof read, but some grammar problems remain; spelling and APA literary conventions generally followed	Paper may not have been proof read, still has numerous grammar and spelling errors; fails to follow APA literary conventions	Paper is still at draft stage.
Points

This Mid-Term Exam concludes the sixth unit of this class.