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Assignment: Once you receive feedback on the first draft, use those suggestions as a starting point to write the final draft. But don't just stop there! In addition to implementing the suggestions, you should make other revisions as well. You can use this as a start for your checklist, adding to it the steps that you were told to address in the next draft:
You've done it! You should read over your research paper one more time to ensure it is free from errors.
• Is my thesis statement strong, and does it effectively tell the main idea of the essay?
• Did I underline my thesis statement?
• Are my paragraphs arranged logically?
• Do my paragraphs have strong topic sentences?
• Did I use parenthetical citations to cite ALL borrowed information?
• Am I using enough reputable sources?
• Are there enough examples to prove my thesis statement?
• Do I use transitions effectively between ideas and paragraphs?
• Do I have a strong concluding paragraph?
• Is my grammar correct?
• Do I use the proper punctuation for my sentences?
• Is my paper the right length?
The guidelines and requirements for this assignment are:
Remember to apply the concepts you're learning in the course, including elements of grammar, punctuation, thesis development, and other skills.
Length: This assignment should be a minimum of 4 pages (800 words). You should aim for at least 6 double-spaced pages (1,250 words), excluding the Works Cited page.
Header: Include a header in the upper left-hand corner of your writing assignment with the following information:
• Your first and last name
• Course Title (Composition I)
• Assignment name (Research Paper)
• Current Date
Format: • Double-spacing throughout
• Standard 12 point font (Arial, TimesNewRoman, Calibri)
• Title, centered after heading
• 1" margins on all sides
• Save the file using one of the following extensions: .docx, .doc, .rtf, or .txt.