Story contains none of the criteria, or is not obvious
0 pts
Story contains some, but not all, of the criteria.
4 pts
Story contains the criteria, but there is room for improvement.
6 pts
Story meets all of the criteria well.
8 pts
The story has a simple plot that flows smoothly. It includes a problem or conflict and a resolution that ties up loose ends.
The story has suspense, dialogue, description, and sensory details.
(This column not needed)
Submission contains none of the criteria.
Submission contains some, but not all, of the criteria. There is room for improvement.
1 pts
Submission meets all of the criteria well.
2 pts
An original title that is relevant to the story is included.
The story is no longer than three typed pages, is double-spaced, and is completed according to Calvert Style.