The benefits of repairing the roads are less car accidents, more satisfied drivers, and less car repairs. If the drivers are satisfied, then they might drive more safely. The opportunity cost would be the fact that there is no new school. The benefits of building a new school are reduce overcrowding in other schools, better location for some people, a possible better education, and increased population. An increase in population would happen because new teachers would move and people will want to move into the school district. The opportunity cost is that the roads are in bad shape. The government should poll the citizens and fund whichever one wins the poll.

Question

The benefits of repairing the roads are less car accidents, more satisfied drivers, and less car repairs. If the drivers are satisfied, then they might drive more safely. The opportunity cost would be the fact that there is no new school. The benefits of building a new school are reduce overcrowding in other schools, better location for some people, a possible better education, and increased population. An increase in population would happen because new teachers would move and people will want to move into the school district. The opportunity cost is that the roads are in bad shape. The government should poll the citizens and fund whichever one wins the poll.

SCORE POINT 4

The response demonstrates comprehensive understanding of the content, question, and/or problem. The response is insightful and completely integrates knowledge to thoroughly answer the question.

Addresses all aspects of the question. Both bullets are answered with details.
Demonstrates comprehensive government knowledge. Minimal misconceptions do not interfere with understanding.
When appropriate, applies evidence correctly from the stimulus to support response.

SCORE POINT 3

The response shows adequate understanding of the content, question, and/or problem. The response is satisfactory and integrates knowledge to answer the question.

Addresses most aspects of the question. Both bullets are answered, although one may be less developed than the other.
Demonstrates adequate government knowledge. Minor misconceptions do not interfere with understanding.
When appropriate, applies evidence from the stimulus to support response, although connection between evidence and response may be incomplete or slightly flawed.

SCORE POINT 2

The response shows partial understanding of the content, question, and/or problem. The response is general, demonstrates incomplete knowledge, and partially answers the question.

Addresses few aspects of the question. One bullet may be omitted or both may be inadequately developed.
Demonstrates partial government knowledge. Misconceptions interfere with understanding.
When appropriate, applies little evidence from the stimulus or applies evidence poorly.

SCORE POINT 1

The response shows minimal understanding of the content, question, and/or problem. The response is related to the question, but is inadequate.

Minimally addresses the question.
Demonstrates minimal government knowledge. Significant misconceptions interfere with understanding.
When appropriate, applies little to no evidence from the stimulus.

SCORE POINT 0

The response is completely incorrect, irrelevant to the question, or too vague.
Use the Rubric to grade the Sample Response

Answer 1

Based on the provided response, I would rate it as a Score Point 3. The student demonstrates adequate understanding of the benefits and opportunity costs of repairing roads and building a new school. They address both aspects of the question, although one may be more developed than the other. The student also shows some government knowledge, but there may be minor misconceptions present. They apply evidence from the stimulus to support their response, although the connection between the evidence and the response may be incomplete in some areas. Overall, the student provides a satisfactory and integrated response to the question.