iRubric: Short Story Assignment rubric

The story contains a clear inciting incident in which
the conflict in the story begins and the plot “takes off”

There is a clear point in the story in which the
protagonist is forced to make a decision, and the
result of this decision leads to the climax.

There is a clear and well-thought out ending to the
story that “fits” one of the three types of endings
(fits on Freytag's Pyramid, ironic twist or climactic)

: The story has at least two main characters
Each character is very well developed. They are
detailed, realistic and believable
Each character serves a clear purpose in the story
The author effectively used dialogue and or
description to both further the plot as well as reveal
more information about the characters.

The author made clear use of at least one of the
following techniques: flashback, foreshadowing,
suspense, irony, or symbolism.
The author has used this technique to enhance the
story.

The author must turn in an informal discussion of their stylistic choices in their stories.