iRubric: Alexander the Great Story rubric

Awkward wording, run ons, fragments found throughout the essay. Difficult to understand sentences.

Sentences flow throughout the paragraphs. Some awkward wording, run ons, fragments.

Sentences flow smoothly throughout the paragraphs. Awkward wording, run ons, and fragments are minimal.

Introduction is unclear and does not set up rest of story effectively.

Conclusion is unclear and does not wrap up the story effectively.

Introduction:
-Sets up the context for the rest of the story
-Introduces key themes and opinion of writer
Conclusion:
-Summarizes key themes and opinion of writer

Introduction:
-"Hooks" the reader.
-Sets up the context for the rest of the story
-Introduces key themes and opinion of writer
Conclusion:
-Summarizes key themes and opinion of writer
-Leaves reader with something to think about

It is difficult to see where the writer stands on Alexander the Great's leadership skills.

Writer's opinion on Alexander the Great's leadership skills is clearly stated throughout the story.

Writer's opinion on Alexander the Great's leadership skills is clearly stated throughout the story. Writer uses factual events, and good storytelling, to express this opinion clearly.

Writer has created an interesting narrative story with a clear point of view.