Callooh! Callay! Vorpal! Slithy!
   
Use of topic Clever, creative topic Unusual topic Trite topic
   
  Extensive and exciting use of vocabulary relating to the topic Some clever use of related vocabulary Gratuitous and bland vocabulary use
   
Understanding of Parody Parody is a witty treatment of both the topic and Lewis Carroll's original poem Parody is evident--related topic words clearly echo concepts in the poem Parody lost
   
Antagonist Brilliant choice of antagonist which clearly stands in opposition to the hero Logical choice of antagonist Antagonist does not logically oppose the hero
   
Fidelity to Original Poem Rhyme scheme accurately echoes the original poem Rhyme scheme usually echoes the original poem Rhyme scheme only vaguely echoes the original poem
   
  Meter accurately echoes the original poem Meter usually echoes the original poem Meter only vaguely echoes the original poem
   
Presentation Book is delightfully illustrated Illustrations are neat and presentable Book seems rushed and sloppy
   
  Cover grabs attention Cover is neat Cover is uninviting
   
  Poem is delivered with gusto and pride Poem is clearly articulated. Reader is poised and confident. Reader seems uncomfortable. Words are not clear. Some are inaudible.