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Research Essay - MLA formatting
Write a five paragraph essay utilizing five paragraph essay structure. Your essay should be typed and in MLA format. Attach this rubric to your essay if your essay is turned in in hard copy format.
Rubric Code: SX3X5AX
By jawboys
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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Introductory Paragraph

This paragraph starts with an "attention grabber" that is appropriate for the topic and engaging to the reader. Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that is clearly the point that will be proven within the essay. Thoughtful transition between the "attention grabber" to the thesis.
5

None present
10

Missing 2/3 points
15

Missing 1/3 points
20

3 points: hook, background, and thesis statement
Body Paragraphs

Three Paragraphs should include the thesis statements first, second, and third main point. They must be effectively explained. The points must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least _____quotation(s) per paragraph is used in proper MLA format. It begins with a thoughtful transition.
5

No paragraphs and no quotes
10

1 body paragraph but missing quotes
15

2 body paragraphs but missing _____ quotes
20

3 body paragraphs and all ____ quotes
Conclusion

The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay purpose. It should end with a clear purpose based on the essay type, such as a "end with a warning."
5

None addressed/ No lesson stated
10

1 point and lesson or purpose of essay stated
15

2 points and lesson or purpose of essay staed
20

3 points addressed and lesson or purpose of essay stated
English Conventions

Sentence structures vary, subject and verbs agree, varied vocabulary is used, correct punctuation is used, and quotations are properly cited. Correct spelling and capitalization.
5

11+ errors
10

6-10 errors
15

1-5 errors
20

No errors
Conventions/MLA Format

Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas. Title page, headers, footers, and Works cited page, margins, font, and line spacing all correctly done.
5

5+ errors
10

4 errors
15

2 errors
20

0 errors



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