Memoir Writing Rubric Quiz

Front

What is the required word count for the memoir?

Back

250–300 words

Front

If a memoir has few or no sensory details and mostly just “tells,” which level is it?

Back

Developing

Front

A memoir that mixes “telling” and “showing” and includes SOME sensory language would score as:

Back

Proficient

Front

Which category is worth the most points?

Back

Language, Organization & Conventions (40 points)

Front

What is the main difference between Proficient and Accomplished in the Content & Theme category?

Back

How original and developed the theme is

Front

If a memoir lacks organization (PARAGRAPHS) and is only 150 words, the score for Language, Organization & Conventions would be:

Back

0–12 points (Developing)

Front

A memoir with a strong introduction, smooth flow, and polished conclusion would most likely score:

Back

Accomplished

Front

According to the rubric, what score range corresponds to a “B” letter grade?

Back

80–89

Front

TRUE or FALSE

“Show, don’t tell” is emphasized most in the Sensory & Descriptive Detail category.

Back

True

Front

TRUE or FALSE

A memoir can still be considered Accomplished if it is only 200 words long.

Back

False (must reach 250+ words)