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Creativity
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Story is unengaging
with no originality.
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Story is somewhat engaging,
not much originality.
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Story is generally
engaging and keeps readers interest; may fall off or
drag at certain points.
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Story is enthralling
and overall maintains readers interest.
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Value/Moral
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Modern value not made
clear or are not included
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Modern value not complimented
by story well.
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Modern value apparent
in story; mostly complimented and intertwined with story
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Modern value apparent
and complimented well by story.
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Mechanics
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Big problems in sentence
structure, grammar, and diction. Frequent major errors
in citation style, punctuation, and spelling. May have
many run-on sentences and comma splices. Does not conform
to format requirements.
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Problems in sentence
structure, grammar, and diction (usually not major).
Some errors in punctuation, citation style, and spelling.
May have some run-on sentences or comma splices.
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Sentence structure,
grammar, and diction strong despite occasional lapses;
punctuation and citation style often used correctly.
Some (minor) spelling errors; may have one run-on sentence
or comma splice.
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Sentence structure,
grammar, and diction excellent; correct use of punctuation
and citation style; minimal to no spelling errors.
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Structure
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Unclear storyline.
Transitions confusing and unclear.
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Generally unclear,
often wanders or jumps around. Few or weak transitions
in story.
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Generally clear and
appropriate, though may wander occasionally. May have
a few unclear transitions in story.
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Evident and understandable
storyline. Excellent transitions from plot point to
plot point.
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Illustration (OPTIONAL)
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1 illustration; or
illustrations not well put together/creative
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2 illustrations; or
illustrations included are somewhat creative and well
made
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3 illustrations; illustrations
are well made and creative
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4 illustrations; illustrations
are well made and creative
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