| Purpose and Content (x3) |
Memoir captures a deeply meaningful moment with profound insight. Abundant vivid details. Writing is exceptionally creative and imaginative. |
Memoir depicts a significant moment with clear insight. Many descriptive details. Writing is creative and original. |
Memoir shows a meaningful moment with some insight. Several descriptive details. Writing has some creative elements. |
Memoir attempts to show a moment but lacks clear significance. Few descriptive details. Limited creativity in writing. |
Memoir fails to focus on a specific moment. Almost no descriptive details. Writing lacks creativity. |
| Vocabulary (x2) |
Exceptional use of vivid and varied vocabulary. Word choice significantly elevates the writing. |
Strong use of descriptive vocabulary. Word choice enhances the writing well. |
Good use of appropriate vocabulary. Some descriptive language used effectively. |
Basic vocabulary used. Limited descriptive language. |
Poor vocabulary choice. Lacks descriptive language. |
| Grammar and Mechanics |
0-1 minor errors. Excellent control of language. |
2-3 minor errors. Very good control of language. |
4-5 errors. Good control of language. |
6-7 errors that may impede meaning. Fair control of language. |
8+ errors that often impede meaning. Poor control of language. |
