"Narrative/Descriptive" creative writing paper- 4-5 pages in length

Notsubmitted Submitted, but unacceptable

D (65%) C (75%) B (85%) A (95%) A+ (100%)

Introductory Paragraph: The reader's encouragement to read on.

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5 (5%) The reader is confused as to where you are going with this introduction.

13 (13%) Lead is unimaginative or too obvious and needs to be rewritten/edited.

15 (15%) Lead is weak and needs some improvement.

17 (17%) Good lead, but could be altered. The reader wants to continue on though.

19 (19%) Strong lead. Makes the reader want to find out more by reading on.

20 (20%) Superior introduction. Has the "wow" factor and really grabs the reader's attention.

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Notsubmitted Submitted, but unacceptable

D (65%) C (75%) B (85%) A (95%) A+ (100%)

Elements of a Narrative

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5 (5%) No storyline is present. Transitions are lacking. Details are also left out. Point of view is difficult to follow. Very weak. Needs major improvement.

13 (13%) The order of events may be confusing or the narrative may lack essential details. The amount and types of detail do not demonstrate an awareness of the intended audience. The point of view keeps shifting.

15 (15%) The narrative is told in chronological order or in reverse order. Transitions are seldom used and may be repetative. The amount and types of detail do not demonstrate an awareness of the intended audience. The point of view may shift.

17 (17%) The narrative has a clear point. It is told in chronological or in reverse order; transitions make the order clear, although they may be repetative. The narrative contains some specific details about peopl, places and events; some may not be identified clearly enough for the intended audience. Point of view may be difficult to distinguish.

19 (19%) The narrative is interesting and has a clear point. It is told chronologically or in reverse sequence; making transitions and order clear. Contains numerous and specific details about people, places, and events. Details are appropriate for the story. Point of view is clear.

20 (20%) All elements of a narrative (clear- sequencing, coherence and cohesion, transitioning of paragraphs) exist. It goes above and beyond the requirements for this narrative piece. Strong storytelling element.

Elements of a Description

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5 (5%) Details and overall attention to the sensory is lacking throughout this paper.

13 (13%) Paper is lacking in sensory details and tells rather than shows, using empty words and too many cliches.

15 (15%) Paper has too few sensory details or far too many, so the piece mainly tells rather than shows or useses cliches, causing the reader to lose interest.

17 (17%) Paper has some strong sensory details making it enjoyable to read, but there may be too few or not enough details, at times telling rather than showing.

19 (19%) Paper is rich in sensory details and shows rather than tells, creating a vivid picture without overloading the reader.

20 (20%) Uses consistent and strong details throughout to describe people, places, things and appropriate dialogue. Superior elements.

Notsubmitted Submitted, but unacceptable

D (65%) C (75%) B (85%) A (95%) A+ (100%)

Overall Grammar and Structure

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5 (5%) Grammar errors are prevalent throughout. Proofreading clearly did not occur. <BR> <BR>No regard for format.

13 (13%) Paper has greater than 6 errors and shows little to no evidence of proofreading. Numerous errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling interfere with meaning. Dialogue (if any) lacks essential punctuation. Word Choice or spelling may also interfere with comprehension. <BR> <BR>Paragraph placement is almost entirely lacking or lacking all together. <BR> <BR>Paper is difficult to read because of too simplistic sentence structure and/or many fragments.

15 (15%) Paper has greater than 5 errors and proofreading was not done well. There are several errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling. Dialogue (if used), is punctuated incorrectly. <BR> <BR>Missing most aspects of formatting, but not all. <BR> <BR>Paragraphs are only somewhat evident throughout the paper. <BR> <BR>Paper is beginning to be difficult to understand as there are many poorly constructed sentences or fragments.

17 (17%) Paper has between 3 to 5 errors. There are some errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling. The punctuation in the dialogue may have minor errors. <BR> <BR>Has most of the proper formatting, but wrong font or spacing, etc. <BR> <BR>Paragraphs are generally appropriate throughout, though at times are too long and/or short. <BR> <BR>Paper has a few sentence errors and/or is lacking in variety or complexity. <BR> <BR>

19 (19%) Paper is proofread well with only 1 or 2 errors. There are few or no errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling. Any or all dialogue is also punctuated correctly throughout. <BR> <BR>Paper has a proper heading and centered title, typed @ 12 point font, Times New Roman, double spaced with proper margins. <BR> <BR>Strong paragraph placement throughout the paper. <BR> <BR>Paper is well written using a variety of simple and complex sentence structures, creating a smooth rhythm to the piece.

20 (20%) No major grammatical errors noted. Great job! <BR> <BR>Formatting is perfect, THANK YOU! <BR> <BR>Sentence structure and variety is also very strong as well.

Notsubmitted Submitted, but unacceptable

D (65%) C (75%) B (85%) A (95%) A+ (100%)

Concluding Paragraph

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5 (5%) Ending unacceptable. No closure. No summarization of what the meaning or goal of your paper was.

13 (13%) There is no real ending, leaving the reader unsatisfied.

15 (15%) The ending is too simple- it doesn't fit the flow of the story or contains weak language, leaving the reader confused. Lack of closure.

17 (17%) The ending is good, but does not fully clinch the paper, leaving the reader wanting more details or closure.

19 (19%) The final sentences clinch the piece well, leaving the reader completely satisfied. Your paper comes full circle.

20 (20%) Really captures the overall essence of your paper. <BR>Has the "wow" factor even in the end. <BR>Nice Job!

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