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Tiriti Persuasive Writing Rubric
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Tiriti Persuasive Writing Rubric
🎯 WALT: Write a persuasive text about Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Your Task: Use this rubric to check your persuasive writing and help you improve. Tick the box that best describes your work.
📚 Criterion 1: Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Facts
Beginning (Getting Started)
I mention Te Tiriti o Waitangi in my writing
I know it was signed a long time ago
I include 1-2 basic facts
Developing (Making Progress)
I include the date Te Tiriti was signed (6th February 1840)
I mention it was signed at Waitangi first
I include 3-4 accurate facts about the timeline
I know there were different versions (English and Māori)
Achieving (Meeting Expectations)
I accurately explain the timeline of events leading to Te Tiriti
I discuss how Te Tiriti was signed in different locations around NZ
I explain the differences between the English and Māori versions
I include specific dates and key events (e.g., Declaration of Independence 1835)
Excelling (Going Beyond)
I demonstrate deep understanding of the complex historical context
I analyse the long-term consequences of Te Tiriti
I connect historical events to modern-day New Zealand
I use sophisticated historical vocabulary accurately
👥 Criterion 2: Understanding of Main Groups Involved
Beginning (Getting Started)
I know Māori and British people were involved
I can name 1-2 important people
Developing (Making Progress)
I identify key figures like Captain Hobson and Hōne Heke
I understand there were different Māori iwi involved
I mention missionaries played a role
Achieving (Meeting Expectations)
I explain the different motivations of each group
I discuss the role of missionaries as translators and advisors
I understand why different iwi had different responses to Te Tiriti
I explain the British government's reasons for wanting Te Tiriti
Excelling (Going Beyond)
I analyse the complex relationships between all groups
I evaluate different perspectives and viewpoints fairly
I discuss how power imbalances affected the signing process
💰 Criterion 3: Trading Opportunities in the 1800s
Beginning (Getting Started)
I know people traded goods in the 1800s
I mention some items that were traded
Developing (Making Progress)
I identify specific items traded (flax, timber, muskets, blankets)
I understand Māori and Europeans both benefited from trade
I mention whaling and sealing industries
Achieving (Meeting Expectations)
I explain how trade relationships influenced Te Tiriti
I discuss the importance of protecting trade for both groups
I understand how trade brought cultural exchange and conflict
I link trading opportunities to settlement patterns
Excelling (Going Beyond)
I analyse how economic factors shaped political decisions
I evaluate the long-term economic impacts of these trading relationships
I connect 1800s trade to modern economic relationships
My Next Steps: What will I work on to improve my persuasive writing about Te Tiriti?
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