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The focus is on researching a British author and answering the question of “How did ____________ affect America?” The final copy of the paper must be typed in Times New Roman 12 point font and must also be double spaced. Include a minimum of 8 sources. At least 3 of these sources need to be books. At least 2 more of these sources need to be from the selection of school databases. Should you choose to use an internet source, the address must end in “edu.” or be cleared through the teacher. Aside from the paper itself, a title page and a works cited page must be included; both of these pages need to be typed. These pages are in addition to the required length of your paper. We will be using MLA format.

Research the approved topic. Submit 5 typed pages (12 font Times New Roman, double spaced) of the results of your research. Include a Works Cited page with at least 4 sources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, and relevance of included information. Grade will be based on organization, clarity, use of transitions, appropriate voice, correct citation format, grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Research the approved topic. Submit a 4+ page typed paper, double spaced, 12 point Time New Roman font. Include a bibliography citing at least 3 resources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research to support the topic, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, content, grammar and mechanics, and bibliography.

Research the approved topic. Submit one 2-3 page typed paper, Double spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font following MLA guidelines. Include a bibliography citing at least 4 resources used researching the paper. Paper will be graded on quality of research to support the topic, effective use of information gained through research, credibility of sources, content, grammar and mechanics, and bibliography.

Bio-Poem

Rubric for evaluating student presentations. Can be applied to any presentation. Adopted from http://www.ncsu.edu/midlink/rub.pres.html

Write a multi-paragraph essay in MLA format that includes: a clear thesis, clear transitions (including but not limited to topic sentences), proof of organization, and proof of following the 5 Steps of the writing process.

Students will focus on a single major element, person, event, unit, or theme and discuss it in high detail, miminum of 1500 words. This paper must be double space with 12 Times New Roman font with at least three cited sources. The topic of the essay cannot be the same as the topic of your group project. You must also submit a rough draft for a grade.