iRubric: Short Story rubric

The story follows the 8 point arc including all pieces. The parts are well thought out, avoid overly used cliches, and flow well from one part to the next.

The story has most of the 8 point arc, but could have used others well-or others are needed to better complete the story. Flow may be choppy in parts but works for most of the story. Avoids most cliches

Story has 4 ish parts of thte arc or al 8 parts but they do not make sense in places or has a very poor flow. Has a few cliches

No or little attempt was made to use the arc or story is so choppy it is hard to follow. Story entirely based on cliches.

The main characters are named and clearly described and actions shown to describe their personalities in the text. Most readers could describe the characters accurately. Has a true connection with the characters.

The characters are named and described. Most readers would have some idea of what the characters looked like. Has a connection, but seems hesitate about the characters true role.

The main characters are named. The reader knows very little about the characters. Not many description words are used. Has minimal connection with the characters.

It is hard to tell who the main characters are. No description words are used. No connection with the character.

Shows evidence of climax action and what will later be resolved.

There is a rising action, but it doesn't flow with the story.

Unsure of where the story is going to go next.

Solution already solved and no detail was produced.