Title: “There is Only Us” Forum
Course: BC - English 8 - 2.0.0.0 > Section: Unit 5: Us vs. Them

After listening to the story, “Enemies Just Like Us” and watching the two video clips of the Christmas Truce of 1914, consider the statement from Brian Zahnd: “There is no them. There is only us.” How closely do you agree with this statement? Rank how much you agree with this statement with a number between one and ten, with ten being “full agreement” and one being “full disagreement.” Then, write an original forum post with a paragraph explaining your ranking and your reasons for it. You should reference at least one of the texts from this week’s lessons, “Enemies Just Like Us” or the video clips about the Christmas Truce of 1914. After you have posted your own paragraph, read through at least five of your classmates’ posts and reply to at least two posts with an additional thought or two. You only need to write one or two sentences in each reply.

Rubric

 | Not Complete | Emerging | Developing | Proficient | Extending
 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
Quality of argument in original post | Not complete | I have stated my opinion but not given substantial support for it. My post is somewhat complete but is not persuasive. | I have stated my opinion but not given substantial support for it. My post is somewhat complete but is not persuasive. | I have stated my opinion and given some support for it. My post is complete and makes some effective points. | I have stated my opinion clearly and supported it with evidence. My post is clear, concise, and persuasive.