WRITING PROMPT:
There are often times in life when people feel proud of themselves. For example, this feeling of pride could result from achieving a goal after working hard or from standing up for something you believe in. Think of a time when you were proud of yourself. In a well-developed composition, describe a time when you were proud of yourself and explain why you felt proud.
Samples/grading rubric: "pride" essay link
http://www.doe.mass.edu/mcas/student/2011/question.aspx?GradeID=7&SubjectCode=ela&QuestionID=15453#
Samples/grading rubric: "pride" essay link
http://www.doe.mass.edu/mcas/student/2011/question.aspx?GradeID=7&SubjectCode=ela&QuestionID=15453#