Memoir

Assignment sheet and topic brainstorming ideas

Sample essay by Ms. H.



Grading Rubric: 40 pts.

 * 1. Attention-Getting Opening (5)**


 * 2. Thorough background, context (5)**


 * 3. Build of momentum and tension to the climactic scene (5)**


 * 4. Use of real-time scenes, esp. at the story's climax (5)**


 * 5. Use of good "show-don't-tell" details throughout (5)**


 * 6. "Now voice" intrusions in at least 2 places (5)**


 * 7. Ending that suggests how the incident affected you (5)**


 * 8. Attention to clarity and correctness (5)**