Criteria Advanced (4 points) Proficient (3 points) Basic (2 points) Below Basic (1 point) Demonstrates an exceptional understanding Displays a solid Shows a basic Demonstrates little to no of the subject matter, understanding of the understanding of the understanding of the subject providing accurate and subject matter, answering subject matter, answering matter, providing incorrect or Knowledge of detailed responses to all most questions correctly some questions correctly incomplete answers to most Content questions. and with sufficient detail. but with limited detail. questions. Consistently applies higher- Demonstrates effective Displays some critical level thinking skills, critical thinking skills, thinking skills but may Shows a lack of critical analyzing questions analyzing questions and occasionally provide thinking skills, providing thoroughly, and providing providing logical incomplete or unsupported simplistic or irrelevant Critical Thinking well-reasoned responses. responses. responses. responses to questions. Effectively manages time Struggles to manage time during the Quiz Bee, Generally, manages time effectively, resulting in Poor time management answering questions within well, but may occasionally incomplete answers or skills, frequently going over Time the given time limits and rush or take too long to going over the given time the allotted time or failing to Management utilizing time wisely. answer questions. limits. complete answers. Communicates responses Articulates responses clearly, though may clearly and confidently, occasionally lack Communication is using appropriate language confidence or use somewhat unclear or lacks Communication is unclear, Communication and effectively conveying language that is less confidence, with occasional hesitant, or ineffective in Skills ideas. precise. difficulty in conveying ideas. conveying ideas. Works exceptionally well Collaborates well with Demonstrates limited with team members, team members, actively collaboration with team Displays minimal teamwork, actively listening, participating and members, occasionally often not participating or contributing ideas, and contributing to the team's failing to contribute or hindering the progress of the Teamwork. collaborating effectively. success. communicate effectively. team.