The entire Current Event assignment displays the following requirements for each question/statement above: Demonstrates thoughtfulness, preparation, and accuracy. Reflects real understanding of the story and the issues. Follow directions. Is complete, neat, and includes the entire article. Asks and answers a provocative (for discussion purposes) question., Current Event assignment is complete but lacks 2 of the above requirements., Current Event assignment lacks 3 of the requirements., Current Event assignment lacks 4 of the requirements., Current Event assignment is late (accepting all day absence) or lacks 5 or more of the above requirements.