| Idea & Development |
Ideas are original and fully developed with clear, insightful details. The narrative is engaging and thought-provoking. |
Ideas are clear and well-developed with relevant details. The narrative is interesting and holds the reader’s attention. |
Ideas are somewhat developed with some relevant details. The narrative is understandable but lacks depth. |
Ideas are unclear or underdeveloped with few or irrelevant details. The narrative is confusing or lacks focus. |
| Organization & Structure |
The narrative has a clear, logical structure with a well-defined plot progression. Transitions are smooth and pacing is effective. |
The narrative has a logical structure with a clear plot. Transitions are mostly smooth and pacing is generally effective. |
The narrative has a basic structure with an identifiable plot. Transitions are sometimes awkward and pacing is uneven. |
The narrative lacks a clear structure or plot. Transitions are missing or confusing, and pacing is inconsistent. |
| Character & Setting Development |
Characters are well-developed with distinct traits and motivations. The setting is vividly described and enhances the story. |
Characters are developed with some distinct traits. The setting is described and supports the story. |
Characters are minimally developed with few traits. The setting is mentioned but lacks detail. |
Characters are underdeveloped or lack distinct traits. The setting is unclear or not described. |
| Use of Language & Style |
Language is precise and varied with a consistent and engaging tone. Sentence structure is varied and enhances the narrative. |
Language is clear with some variety in word choice and tone. Sentence structure is varied and supports the narrative. |
Language is basic with limited variety in word choice and tone. Sentence structure is repetitive or simple. |
Language is unclear or inappropriate with little variety. Sentence structure is monotonous or confusing. |
| Mechanics & Grammar |
Few or no errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Errors do not interfere with understanding. |
Some errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar, but they do not significantly interfere with understanding. |
Several errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar that occasionally interfere with understanding. |
Frequent errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar that significantly interfere with understanding. |
