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Extended-Response Assignment

Extended Assignment Directions

For the following question, you are to prepare a written response of approximately 250 to 350 words.

Read each assignment carefully before you begin to write. Think about how you will organize what you plan to write.

Sample Extended-Response Assignment

Assignment 1

For this assignment, you may type a response into the on-screen response box and/or record your response on a Response Sheet provided to you. Do not use more than one Response Sheet for this assignment.

Use the information below to complete the exercise that follows.

Current events can function as sources of inspiration for creating works of visual art.

Write a response of approximately 250–350 words in which you address each of the following points:

• Identify a specific recent event that could inspire the creation of a new work of visual art.
• Describe at least two aspects to be included in the new work of visual art (e.g., elements of art, principles of design, subject matter), connecting them to expressive intent and purpose.
• Identify an appropriate venue to exhibit the new work of visual art (e.g., museum, restaurant, gallery, public art space) and explain how you would display or install the work to effectively promote its expressive intent and purpose.

Example of Strong Extended Response

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Extended-Response Assignment Performance Characteristics

The following performance characteristics will guide the scoring of responses to the extended-response constructed-response question on CSET: Art Subtest I.

Purpose	The extent to which the response addresses the constructed-response assignment's charge in relation to relevant CSET subject matter requirements.
Subject Matter Knowledge	The application of accurate subject matter knowledge as described in the relevant CSET subject matter requirements.
Support	The appropriateness and quality of the supporting evidence in relation to relevant CSET subject matter requirements.
Depth and Breadth of Understanding	The degree to which the response demonstrates understanding of the relevant CSET subject matter requirements.

Extended-Response Assignment

Scores will be assigned to each response to the extended-response constructed-response question on CSET: Art Subtest I according to the following scoring scale.

Score Point	Score Point Description
4	The "4" response reflects a thorough command of the relevant knowledge and skills as defined in the subject matter requirements for CSET: Art. The purpose of the assignment is fully achieved. There is a substantial and accurate application of relevant subject matter knowledge. The supporting evidence is sound; there are high-quality, relevant examples. The response reflects a comprehensive understanding of the assignment.
3	The "3" response reflects a general command of the relevant knowledge and skills as defined in the subject matter requirements for CSET: Art. The purpose of the assignment is largely achieved. There is a largely accurate application of relevant subject matter knowledge. The supporting evidence is adequate; there are some acceptable, relevant examples. The response reflects an adequate understanding of the assignment.
2	The "2" response reflects a limited command of the relevant knowledge and skills as defined in the subject matter requirements for CSET: Art. The purpose of the assignment is partially achieved. There is limited accurate application of relevant subject matter knowledge. The supporting evidence is limited; there are few relevant examples. The response reflects a limited understanding of the assignment.
1	The "1" response reflects little or no command of the relevant knowledge and skills as defined in the subject matter requirements for CSET: Art. The purpose of the assignment is not achieved. There is little or no accurate application of relevant subject matter knowledge. The supporting evidence is weak; there are no or few relevant examples. The response reflects little or no understanding of the assignment.
U	The "U" (Unscorable) is assigned to a response that is unrelated to the assignment, illegible, primarily in a language other than English, or does not contain a sufficient amount of original work to score.
B	The "B" (Blank) is assigned to a response that is blank.

Focused-Response Assignments

Focused Assignment Directions

For the following questions, you are to record your response on a Response Sheet provided to you.

Read each assignment carefully before you begin to record your response.

Sample Focused-Response Assignments

Assignment 2

For this assignment, record your response on a Response Sheet provided to you. Do not use more than one Response Sheet for this assignment.

Complete the art-making exercise that follows.

Using your knowledge and understanding of the foundations of artistic perception, complete the following drawing exercise within the frame provided.

• Using geometric shapes, draw a simple composition showing asymmetrical balance.

Assignment 3

Complete the art-making exercise that follows.

For this assignment, record your response on a Response Sheet provided to you. Do not use more than one Response Sheet for this assignment.

Using your knowledge of basic art-making skills, techniques, and concepts, draw a composition within the frame provided in which you apply a technique or techniques to address each of the following points:

• Use two-point perspective to draw a pyramid.
• Draw a cylinder that appears to be three-dimensional.
• Make the forms partially overlap so that the pyramid appears to be in front of the cylinder.
• Create the illusion that both forms are resting on the same planar surface.
• Establish a single, directional light source.

Example of Strong Focused Responses

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Performance Characteristics

The following performance characteristics will guide the scoring of responses to the focused-response constructed-response questions on CSET: Art Subtest I.

Purpose	The extent to which the response addresses the constructed-response assignment's charge in relation to relevant CSET subject matter requirements.
Subject Matter Knowledge	The application of accurate subject matter knowledge as described in the relevant CSET subject matter requirements.
Support	The appropriateness and quality of the supporting evidence in relation to relevant CSET subject matter requirements.

Score Scale

Scores will be assigned to each response to the constructed-response questions.

Score Point	Score Point Description
3	The "3" response reflects a command of the relevant knowledge and skills as defined in the subject matter requirements for CSET: Art. The purpose of the assignment is fully achieved. There is an accurate application of relevant content specifications. There is appropriate and specific relevant supporting evidence.
2	The "2" response reflects a general command of the relevant knowledge and skills as defined in the subject matter requirements for CSET: Art. The purpose of the assignment is largely achieved. There is a largely accurate application of relevant content specifications. There is acceptable relevant supporting evidence.
1	The "1" response reflects a limited or no command of the relevant knowledge and skills as defined in the subject matter requirements for CSET: Art. The purpose of the assignment is only partially or not achieved. There is limited or no application of relevant content specifications. There is little or no relevant supporting evidence.
U	The "U" (Unscorable) is assigned to a response that is unrelated to the assignment, illegible, primarily in a language other than English, or does not contain a sufficient amount of original work to score.
B	The "B" (Blank) is assigned to a response that is blank.