1. STORY EXTENSION

2. When you are asked to “finish” the story or “create” an original ending:
Remember to be consistent with the writer
P.O.V. – Keep it the same (1st or 3rd)
Don’t make extreme changes to the characters’ personalities
Keep the major conflict in mind
Keep the same tone as the writer does (the attitude the writer has toward the subject)

3. Focus on what the question/prompt is asking and requiring:
If prompt says focus on character trait – stress that in your ending
Dialogue/conversation – need to stress that

4. Story Extension Rubric: Score1- 4
Fully Answers Prompt
Stays focused and consistent with story elements
Clear characters/character traits
Clear P.O.V.
Clear sequence of events
Varied sentences with good transitions
Descriptive details
Dialogue
Standard English
Shows insightful understanding of text and prompt (separates a “3” from a “4”)