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Original Creation Myth 
Original Creation Myth
Write an original creation myth that explains the origin of an object in nature, OR explains the origin of the name of something.
Rubric Code: X92328
By KeCasey
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

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  Excellent

100 pts

Good

93 pts

Fair

83 pts

Needs Improvement

73 pts

Poor

60 pts

Plot 20

Excellent

Plot is logical, clear, and detailed. The order of events is easy to follow.
Good

Plot is logical and clear. The order of events is able to be followed.
Fair

Plot is mostly logical and clear. The order of events is usually able to be followed.
Needs Improvement

Plot is partially logical and clear. The order of events is sometimes difficult to follow.
Poor

Plot is not logical or clear. The order of events is not able to be followed.
Settings & Characters 20

Excellent

Settings and characters are clearly described within the myth. They play an active role in the outcome.
Good

Settings and characters are clearly described for the reader in the myth. Most play an active role in the outcome.
Fair

Settings and characters are basically described in the myth. Most play an active role in the outcome.
Needs Improvement

Settings and characters are stated in the myth, but very little description is included. Some do not make sense.
Poor

Settings and characters are unclear, or do not make sense within the context of the myth.
Explanation of Origin 20

Excellent

The myth clearly and creatively explains the origin of a chosen subject.
Good

The myth clearly explains the origin of a chosen subject.
Fair

The myth somewhat explains the origin of a chosen subject.
Needs Improvement

The myth attempts to explain the origin of a chosen subject, but the explanation is confusing.
Poor

The myth does not explain the origin of a chosen subject.
Inclusion of Gods/Goddesses 20

Excellent

3+ gods or goddesses are appropriately included in the myth.
Good

2 gods or goddesses are included in the myth.
Fair

1 god or goddess is appropriately included in the myth.
Needs Improvement

1 god or goddess is included in the myth, but the context is not appropriate to him/her.
Poor

Gods/goddesses are not included in the myth.
Spelling and Grammar 10

Excellent

It is free of spelling and/or grammatical errors.
Good

Errors in spelling or grammar are minor.
Fair

Errors in spelling or grammar are occasionally distracting.
Needs Improvement

Errors in spelling or grammar are often distracting.
Poor

Errors in spelling or grammar are frequently distracting.
Imagery 10

Excellent

The myth contains atleast 3 examples of imagery. Imagery enhances the descriptions in the story and makes it seem more real.
Good

The myth contains 2 examples of imagery. Imagery somewhat enhances descriptions in the myth.
Fair

The myth contains two examples of imagery, but the imagery is not well thought out or is not creative and original.
Needs Improvement

The myth contains only one example of imagery. The imagery is not original and creative.
Poor

The myth does not contain any examples of imagery



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