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Memoir 2010 
Students will compose an excerpt of a memoir focusing on one theme/storyline. This rubric was created collaboratively by the creating writing 2010 class.
Rubric Code: P46X67
By Titania24G
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Poor

Lacks in several structural requirements for the assignment.

10 pts

Fair

With some work, may meet standards.

15 pts

Good

Meets all standards set by the class.

20 pts

Excellent

"AHA!" and "WOW" come to mind.

25 pts

Voice/originality

Writer's unique perspective and personality
Poor

- Uses several cliches
- Lacks original ideas
- No distinct voice
- Unnecessarily inconsistent POV
- No style evident
Fair

- Some cliches present
- Style foreign and contrived
- Unnecessarily inconsistent POV
- Inconsistent style
Good

- Some cliches present but not a distraction
- Distinct style evident but inconsistent
- POV is consistent
- Consistent, but generic style
Excellent

- No unintentional cliches apparent
- Ideas unique and explored innovatively
- Distinct voice cultivated throughout
- POV contributes to narrative
- Consistent, natural, original style
Diction/syntax

Appropriate word choice and grammatical structure
Poor

- Grammatical errors distract the reader
- Diction does not match or complement the tone/theme of the piece
Fair

- Noticeable grammatical errors
- Word choice is vague and generic. Does not contribute to a specific tone.
Good

- Few grammatical errors, do not distract the reader
- Conscious, specific and appropriate word choice contributes to the overall tone
Excellent

- No grammatical errors
- Conscious, specific and unique word choice contributes to the overall tone.
Theme

A unified message or commentary about society or life
Poor

- A unified theme is not clear/present at all
-Exclusively narrative with no purpose or moral
Fair

-Theme is not consistent or clear
-May "tell us" instead of "show us."
Good

-Theme is present, but may be overstated and/or generic
Excellent

-Compelling/complex theme is woven into narrative and is nuanced and unique
Sequence/fluidity

Appropriate order and transition between events/plot points
Poor

-Choppy narrative, reader cannot follow the plot points
-Lack of transitions confuses the audience
Fair

-Narrative is unclear, but is still legible.
-Attempts to use transitions, but piece does not flow
Good

-Sequence of plot points is not distracting to the reader
-Development of story is smooth and clear
Excellent

-Choices in sequence add to the effectiveness of the piece.
-Structural choices complement the overall theme of the piece



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