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Research Essay Reminders

common mistakes

Extra spaceTo rid yourself of extra spaces between

paragraphs and heading/title… Home tab paragraph extra options box ( ) spacing check the box that reads “don’t add space between paragraphs of the same style”

You might have to highlight everything or delete space and then return again

The best way to prevent this problem is to do it before you start typing the paper (so remember this the next time you write a paper in college).

common mistakes

Incorrect MLA

Insert the header properly: Double click at the top Right align Type your last name

with a SPACE at the end

Insert page number (plain number “in current position)

This will ensure it is spaced properly.

common mistakes

Incorrect MLA

common mistakes

Passive voice (The theme was revealed… vs. Burgess reveals the theme…)

Use present tense when analyzing literatureHistorical information is past tense.When referencing the author (primary and

secondary), use his/her first and last name and then last name only thenceforth.

Citing long titles of articles is unnecessary… it’s fluff.

“one”=1 person= his/her/him/her/it/its“their” should be used only when referencing

multiple people

common mistakes

Title of the Novel“Article Title”Absolutely no “you” or “I” unless it is in a quoteto “change a quote to fit the sentence, put the

[changed word(s) in brackets].”No contractionsBlend quotes into a sentence.Avoid absolute words: all, always, every, each,

any, anyone, etc.Avoid vague words: thing, everything, something,

sometimes, kind of, a lot, etc. Avoid bland words

internal citation

“quote” (1st word of citation #). “quote” (1st word of citation #) more analysis.paraphrase (1st word of citation #). paraphrase (1st word of citation #) use

information that is not common knowledge (1st word of citation #).

use information that is not common knowledge (1st word of citation #) more analysis.

**When in doubt, internally cite!!

structure

Thesis should be one arguable sentence that controls the paper.

Topic sentences should assert a clear idea. It is a sharp and precise statement about the issue in the paragraph. It should not be plot or a fact.

Each paragraph needs a mixture of primary quotes, secondary quotes, and analysis. (see examples)

Close each paragraph with a statement that concludes the issue discussed and examples proven.

Conclusion should draw a larger idea, complete the intro but not simply mimic it, and provide a thematic observation of sorts.

What to turn in…

Buy a manila envelope.

Top: final paperPeer edit paper with rough draftAnnotated bib (original with grade)ProspectusBottom: any printouts/copies of sources

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