SESSION ONE - JMap

Anchor Level 6 – B
Quality
Meaning
Development
Commentary
The response:
Reveals an in-depth analysis of the text by stating that the invention of the electric guitar ... was
a key step in the development and progression of American music that changed music history.
The response makes insightful connections between information and ideas in the text and the
assigned task, noting that early composers defined the type of sound that could be achieved by a
guitar but that these traditionalists are rare in contemporary society as more people begin to
appreciate electric guitar tone, and that the electric guitar has benefitted the American music
industry.
Develops ideas clearly and fully, making effective use of a wide range of relevant and specific
details from the text. The response emphasizes the need to boost the sound of the guitar and the
technological problems associated with electric guitars, as well as how these innovations
allowed the guitar makers to experiment with designs and created sounds that can be achieved
only by utilizing the electric guitar.
Organization Maintains a clear and appropriate focus on the ways the invention of the electric guitar ...
revolutionized American music. The response exhibits a logical and coherent structure, first
presenting information about the history of the electric guitar and then showing how it has
helped shape contemporary music in a positive way. The response makes skillful use of
appropriate devices and transitions (Before the invention, To solve some of these issues, In fact).
Language Use
Conventions
Uses language that is fluent and original, with evident awareness of audience and purpose (As
the quality of electric guitars improved, guitar makers were able to focus on the aesthetic
aspects of the electric guitars). The response varies structure and length of sentences to control
rhythm and pacing (Long before the invention of the electric guitar ... to boost the volume of
accoustic guitars).
Demonstrates control of the conventions, exhibiting occasional errors in punctuation (work but,
of the 1950’s such as, electric guitar … instruments’), capitalization (Big Band), and grammar
(in bands who played and has ... begun as a result).
Conclusion: Overall, the response best fits the criteria for Level 6, although it is somewhat weaker
in language use and conventions.
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