Research Paper Grade Sheet    	Writer’s Name______________________________         Grade____________

Is the grammar version free from errors in grammar, punctuation, word choice, and proofreading?
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No			Somewhat				Fully		
Problems to focus on:

Does the introduction present the topic in an engaging way? 
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No			Somewhat				Fully		

 Does the writer define the topic narrowly enough to do it justice in 4-6 pages?
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Does the introduction include a thesis which summarizes the essay in one sentence?
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Does the essay provide enough information and analysis to fully address the topic, without leaving any glaring gaps?
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Does each paragraph have a topic sentence and unified focus?
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Yes: body paragraphs__________
No: body paragraphs___________

Does each body paragraph mention at least two quotations, paraphrases, or specific examples?
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Does the conclusion leave the reader with a sense of the overall significance of the information discussed in the essay? Is it memorable and compelling?
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Does the essay correctly introduce quotations and paraphrases with signal phrases and make the relevance of each quotation or paraphrase clear?  
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Does the essay show correct MLA format?  Is it between four and six pages long?  
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10.  Does the packet include a Works Cited page with at least five sources and correct format, punctuation, and information for each source?  Does it include at least two non-electronic sources or at least sources that appear in non-electronic publications, even if they are also found online?
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11. Does the essay packet include all the required pieces, including the rough draft, grade sheet, and the outline all in a folder? If you did not have a draft for peer review, you need a Writing Lab stamp.  
No								Yes		

12. Is the essay free from plagiarism (any instance of four words in a row that are the same as in a source)?
No								Yes