Narrative Writing Assignment

Here is the rubric with the criteria for the narrative writing assignment due on Friday 9/12.  Remember to highlight each element of the plot line (exposition, inciting incident, rising action, etc.) on your rough draft before we peer edit. 

W 9.3 Rubric Narrative

Staple this rubric to your essay                    Name_____________________________

                                                                        Due Date_________  Period__________

           

Pick a topic from below or choose one of your own.                                            

·         an embarrassing experience

·         an encounter with someone or something you were afraid of

·         an occasion when you experienced rejection

·         the breakup of a friendship or your most embarrassing moment

·         Something really awesome that happened over the summer

Check each box as you complete the requirements.

Your essay must have:                                                                                  Points you earned

	Is the point of view consistent in your essay?   5 pts.
	Exposition:  Setting, character, tone, and leads to conflict 5 pts.
	Inciting Incident:  problem, conflict 5 pts.
	Climax:  Turning point of the story – problem solved 5 pts.
	Falling Action: Steps leading to resolution, minor conflicts 5 pts.
	Resolution:  End of story.  May have a moral at the end. 5 pts.
	200 words 5 pts.
	Title, name, period, date  Check to see if you used capitals and periods. 5 pts.
	Elements of Characterization—SHOW not tell 5 pts.

Possible points 45 points (Assessment Category-75% of your grade)                      Points earned     _________ 

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