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Ms. Faloon-Sullivan and Mr. Kershaw

U.S. History and English <302, 303>

3 December 2014

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Thesis:<Type thesis statement here>

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B.<Second sub-topic>

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II.<Second topic>

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III.<Third topic>

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IV.<Fourth topic. Delete if not used.>

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Works Cited

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Research Paper Rubric

Structure and Mechanics (50 Points)

  • Paper follows the given format.

5 4 3 2 1

  • Paper has a strong introduction.

5432 1

  • Each paragraph has a topic sentence and information within the paragraph that relates to the topic sentence.

5432 1

  • Paragraphs employ smooth transitions and demonstrate a good flow of ideas.

5432 1

  • Conclusion summarizes essay, reinforces thesis, and ends with a thought-provoking idea.

5432 1

  • Paper uses correct grammar, good sentence structure, and correct spelling.

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

  • Parenthetical citations are correctly placed and formatted.

7 6 5 4 3 2 1

  • The Works Cited page is correctly formatted, uses correct bibliographic citations, and includes the required minimum number of sources.

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Section Total: ______/50

Comments on structure and mechanics:

Content (50 Points)

  • Paper has a well-thought-out thesis that was approved by the teacher.

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

  • Thesis is supported by accurate and factual information.

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

  • The paper is clearly organized and the paragraphs of the paper follow the outline.

5432 1

  • Information and opinions are supported with documented data.

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

  • At least six valid sources were used and the sources were evenly distributed throughout the paper (The paper does not rely too heavily on one or two sources only.)

5432 1

  • Paper demonstrates the historical importance of the subject and places events in their geographical and chronological context (places and times of events are clearly described and events are appropriately sequenced).

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Section Total: ______/50

Content comments:

Total points: ______Less deductions (missing elements, lateness, length) - ______

Final Grade: ______/100