Research Paper Checklist (Page 2 of 2) in pdf

RESEARCH PAPER CHECKLIST

Name

INTRODUCTION:

26. My introduction gets the reader’s attention right from the beginning.

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27. Some background information is provided to connect the attention getter

to the thesis statement.

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28. My introduction contains my thesis statement and a preview of the

subtopics to be discussed.

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BODY:

29. Each body paragraph begins with a transition and a topic sentence.

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30. Each body paragraph contains one of the subtopics that directly relates to my

thesis statement.

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31. The subtopics in each body paragraph are explained by points (ideas or opinions)

which are supported by facts, examples, and other documenting evidence.

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CONCLUSION:

32. My conclusion contains a rewording of my thesis statement.

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33. My conclusion reviews the main subtopics of my paper.

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34. My conclusion leaves the reader with something to think about.

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DOCUMENTATION:

35. Have I used ANY ideas, sentences, or opinions that I obtained from any of my

sources without giving credit to the AUTHOR? (If yes, this is PLAGIARISM).

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36. Even when I paraphrased the author’s words or ideas, I still gave the author

credit for his intellectual property.

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37. My parenthetical citations (in-text references to my Works Cited page)

are formatted properly.

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38. Every source I used is listed on the Works Cited page.

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FORMAT:

39. I used the correct MLA format for the title page (If required by teacher).

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40. I used the correct MLA format for the outline (If required by teacher).

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41. I used the correct MLA format for the paper.

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42. I used the correct MLA format for the Works Cited page.

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MECHANICS:

43. There are no spelling errors.

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44. My punctuation is correct.

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45. My paper uses the same verb tense throughout.

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46. My paper flows well and reads smoothly.

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OVERALL:

47. My paper is easy to read and interesting.

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48. My paper does not skip around - it is well-ordered and well-organized

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49. My paper stays focused and does not go off on unnecessary tangents

that have nothing to do with my main topic.

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50. CHECK BACK over any “No” items and revise until they become “YES” items.

(except for #35, which must remain “NO”)

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