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Research Paper

Research Paper RequirementsResearch Paper RequirementsWorks Cited 5 sources 10

Note Cards 10 cards 10Note Cards 10 cards 10

Outline/Thesis 10

Rough Draft covering all of outline 40

Final Draft200

Class work/ You will earn points for 20Participation your participation during class.

Total =300

**Supplies Needed****Supplies Needed**

1. 8 1/2 x 10 manilla or plastic envelope

2. 3 1/2 x 5 or 4x6 note cards (not neon colored)3. highlighters

4. change for making copies -- Library time is limited, so you must

make copies on those days!!

Literary Analysis: Choosing A TopicLiterary Analysis: Choosing A Topic

Choose a piece of literature to discuss. ~ Imagery ~ Theme ~ Symbolism ~ Characterization ~Compare two works or discuss many

works by one author

Examples of Topics for Literary Analysis Papers

Racism in Racism in Huck FinnHuck Finn Character Traits of Julius CaesarCharacter Traits of Julius Caesar Character Traits of Brutus in Character Traits of Brutus in Julius CaesarJulius Caesar Power Struggles in Power Struggles in Julius CaesarJulius Caesar The Sinfulness of Characters in The Sinfulness of Characters in The Scarlet Letter The Scarlet Letter Character Traits of Hester PrynneCharacter Traits of Hester Prynne Character Traits of DimmesdaleCharacter Traits of Dimmesdale Character Traits of ChillingworthCharacter Traits of Chillingworth AA Symbolism in Symbolism in The Scarlet LetterThe Scarlet Letter Major Symbols of PoeMajor Symbols of Poe Major Themes of PoeMajor Themes of Poe Poe’s Life Reflected in His WorksPoe’s Life Reflected in His Works Superstition in Superstition in To Kill a MockingbirdTo Kill a Mockingbird Dark Images in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”Dark Images in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”

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Guidelines for Guidelines for Literary AnalysisLiterary Analysis

3 double spaced pages typed

12 point standard font (Times New Roman or Arial)

Library Research Time will be limited Select topic swiftly – no more than two people

per class may have same topic Find at least 5 to 6 sources in library Check out books or make copies/prints on

those days –must have these in class If you do not get your sources during assigned

time, you will get behind on other parts. Class participation points – you will be

monitored for progress and utilization of time

Choose a social issue to discuss Find statistics, laws, definitions, and

other background info. about the topic Find three to four advantages or

disadvantages of the issue to discuss Develop an argument in favor or in

opposition to the topic

Social Issue Persuasive Essay:Social Issue Persuasive Essay: Choosing A Topic Choosing A Topic

Euthanasia should remain illegal.

Abortion should/ should not be an option.

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Examples of Topics for Social Issue Persuasive Papers

Guidelines for Persuasive EssayGuidelines for Persuasive EssayTwo pages double spaced typed

(12 point Times New Roman font style)

ORORFive pages neatly handwritten on

notebook paper skipping every other line only on front in blue or black ink

Library Research Time will be limited Select topic swiftly – no more than two people

per class may have same topic Find at least 5 to 6 sources in library Check out books or make copies/prints from

magazines, internet, etc. on those days –must have these in class

If you do not get your sources during assigned time, you will get behind on other parts.

Class participation points – you will be monitored for progress and utilization of time

Works CitedWorks CitedUse at least five sourcesAlphabetize entriesFollow MLA format(see reference packet,

citationmachine.net, or owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/)

Works Cited

Golding, William. Lord of the Flies. New York: A Perigee

Book, 1954.

Gruen, John. “Characterization in Lord of the Flies.”

Readings on Lord of the Flies. Ed. Harold Bloom. New

York: Bantam House Publishers, 1992. 112-118.

Henningfeld, Diane Andrews. "An Overview of Lord of the

Flies." an Essay for Exploring Novels. Gale, 1998. Rpt. in

Literature Resource Center. Detroit: Gale, 2011. Literature

Resources from Gale. Web. 25 Mar. 2011.

<http://go.galegroup.com/ps/i.do?&id=GALE%7CH1420005

076&v=2.1&u=avl_tusc&it=r&p=LitRG&sw=w>.

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Note CardsNote Cards Either paraphrase, summarize, or use

direct quotes!

Do not plagiarize

Only one note per card!

Four parts to card: note, aspect of subject, source number, and page numbers

Subject Source #

Note (paraphrase, summary or quote)

Only one note per cardIf you change subject or source number,

change cards

Page # from source

Caesar’s Ambition 2

Flavius notes, “ These growing feathers plucked from Caesar’s wing / Will make him fly an ordinary pitch, / Who else would soar above the view of men / And keep us in servile fearfulness.”

Act I, scene ii, lines 72-75

ClusterinClusteringg

capital punishment

II. vengeance of victims’

deaths

III. financial reasons

IV. deterrence of future crimes

I. background information

ThesisThesisMake a claim about your topic.Your thesis statement is

something you plan to prove through the course of the paper.

Ex. Capital punishment should be used to promote vengeance of victims’ deaths, financial reasons, and deterrence of future crimes.

Formula for Writing a Thesis Formula for Writing a Thesis StatementStatement

A specific topic

+ about three particular features, feelings, or stands

------------------------------------------------------------------

= an effective thesis statement.

OutliningOutliningForm thesis statement with what you

want to prove in your paperShow background and advantages or

disadvantages of topicUse keyword phrases to complete

outliningFollow rules of spacing and

margination in outlining

OutlineOutline

Thesis

I. Background

A.

B.

C.

II. Point one

A.

B.

C.

III. Point two

A.

B.

C.

IV. Point three

A.

B.

C.

Double space throughoutor skip every other line.

Leave a one inch bottom

margin

Thesis: Capital punishment should be used to promote vengeance of victims’

deaths, financial reasons, and deterrence of future crimes.

I. Background

A.

B.

C.

II. Vengeance of victims’ deaths

A.

B.

C.

III. Financial reasons

A.

B.

C.

IV. Deterrence of future crimes

ClusterinClusteringg

Julius Caesar

superstitious weak

highly ambitious

OutliningOutliningForm thesis statement with what you

want to prove in your paperShow main points of topic as the

Roman numeralsUse keyword phrases to complete

outliningFollow rules of spacing and

margination in outlining

ThesisThesisMake a claim about your topic.Your thesis statement is something

you plan to prove through the course of the paper.

Ex. William Shakespeare presents Caesar as a superstitious, weak, but highly ambitious character.

Formula for Writing a Thesis Formula for Writing a Thesis StatementStatement

A specific topic

+ about three particular features, feelings, or stands

------------------------------------------------------------------

= an effective thesis statement.

Thesis: I. Point one

A. B. C. II. Point two

A. B. C.III. Point three A. B. C.

OutlineOutlineDouble space

throughoutor skip every other line.

Leave a one inch bottom

margin

Thesis: William Shakespeare presents Caesar as

a superstitious, weak, but highly ambitious character.

I. Superstitious A. Ides of March B. Animal sacrifices II. Weak A. Epilepsy B. Deafness in one earIII. Highly ambitious A. Conquests B. Crown

Double Double Space Space throughout

throughout outlineoutline

DraftingDrafting Follow outline Develop thesis or plan Give support from sources Document sources Present in formal manner

(do not write on backs of paper and follow one inch margins)

Literary Criticism 2 ½ - 3 pages typed/ Persuasive Essay 1 ½-2 pages typed

Essay Format (literary criticism)

1. Introduction ending in thesis (refer to lit. in present tense)

2. Idea #1 topic sentence; transitions and supporting details/ex.; clincher

3. Idea #2 topic sentence; transitions and supporting details/examples; clincher


5. Conclusion beginning with restatement of thesis; other general sentences leading reader out of paper

Essay Format (Persuasive Essay)1. Introduction ending in thesis

2. Background Information

3. Idea #1 topic sentence; transitions and supporting details/ex.; clincher



6. 5. Conclusion beginning with restatement of thesis; other general sentences leading reader out of paper

DocumentationDocumentationTypes of information to document:Types of information to document: Direct quotations Opinions, statistics, definitions, data, etc.

from other authors

What not to document:What not to document: Your own thoughts or general information that

is accepted as common knowledge General information that is found in more

than one reference work

Examples of Parenthetical CitationsWhich Correspond with Works Cited

end of sentence (Calvert 1 of 1).

end of sentence (“Facts on Drugs” 1 of 2).

“words in a quote” (qtd. in Calvert 1 of 1).

end of sentence (Byron 234).

Sample of how to insert

parenthetical documentation

Indented Quote

Wayne Martino draws attention to the impact of masculinityin the literacy practices of boys by addressing why boysreject reading and English as a subject. Martino found that,

[…] boys were caught up in a gender bind in which they perceived the subject English as a feminized learning practice that conflicted

with their tenuous masculinity[…]Some boys tended to explain their lack of motivation for reading in terms of girls’ predisposition for this kind of literacy practice. Thus, on the basis of this study it would appear that the acquisition of literacy seems to be hindered by a set of cultural practices through which boys learn to establish their masculinity (230).

Quotes longer than

three lines follow this format

Capital Punishment

Rachel Hughes

English 10

Mrs. Hughes

05 April 2011

of a life is murder, they firmly believe capital

punishment is justified. In today’s society

Even though many people feel the taking

Character Sketch of Caesar

Rachel Hughes

Advanced English 10

Mrs. Hughes

05 April 2011

“These growing feathers plucked from Caesar’s

wing / Will make him fly an ordinary pitch, /

Early in Julius Caesar one character notes,

Introductory ParagraphIntroductory Paragraph(at least five sentences)(at least five sentences)

Attention Grabber or HookAttention Grabber or Hook (question, quote, statistic, startling fact, controversial statement, etc.)

Sentences with Significance to Topic (a bridge from hook to thesis)

Thesis Statement

(one from outline)

A Way to Start the Attention A Way to Start the Attention Grabber or HookGrabber or Hook

Share some thought-provoking details about the subject.

Ask your reader a challenging question. Begin with an informative quotation. Provide a dramatic, eye-opening

statement. Open with some thoughtful dialogue or an

engaging story.

Sample Hook SentencesSample Hook SentencesPersuasive EssayPersuasive Essay

Even though capital punishment is the taking of one’s life, many people support this issue.

Even though abortion should be a personal choice, many people feel it is morally and ethically wrong.

Does watching too much television or playing too many video games produce violence in youngsters?

Persuasive BeginningUse formal word choices; avoid

contractions Introduction tells the reader about

your opinion. Avoid “I think,” or “I believe.” You don’t won’t to appear biased.

Thesis statement clearly states your opinion and lists three

reasons of support.

Body Paragraph Guideline Topic Sentence – general with no examples Supporting sentence – sentence with info.

from A. idea on outline and evidence Supporting sentence – sentence with info.

from B. idea on outline and evidence Supporting sentence – sentence with info.

from C. idea on outline and evidence Clincher – restates topic sentence using

different words

Topic for background information

Much information exists on the topic of __________.

A (Last Name 2 of 3). B (“Title” 1 of 4). C (“Title” 3 of 5). Therefore, _______ is a very important

issue in today’s society.

Paragraph StructureParagraph Structure

Top of hamburger bun = Top of hamburger bun = topic sentencetopic sentence

Lettuce = Lettuce = supporting supporting detaildetail

Onion =Onion = supporting detail supporting detail

Cheese =Cheese = supporting supporting detaildetail

Meat =Meat = supporting detail supporting detail

Bottom of bun =Bottom of bun = clincher clincher or restatement of topicor restatement of topic

Persuasive MiddleEach paragraph should tell

the reader of one reason to support your opinion.

The essay should have three reasons ranked from least to greatest of importance

to support your opinion.

Persuasive Middle cont.

Each paragraph should have at least three details or facts supporting the reason in that paragraph. Use info. from sources.

Paragraphs should be organized from least important reason to greatest important.

End Restate the thesis statement in the

conclusion. You should have at least five sentences

in the last paragraph. It is as important as the introduction. Lead the reader out with general

information in the end like the info. you used in introduction

Remember to add a clincher to the last sentence.

Remember to Use Transition Words!

Middle paragraphs and the last paragraph should begin with transition words.

Examples: first, second, third, finally, in addition, also, last, equally important, in the first place, likewise, besides, as a result, therefore, on the other hand, nevertheless, in conclusion

Revision Tips Include the following parts in your paper: 1)

introduction, 2) exact following of the outline as the body, and 3) conclusion to sum up all ideas presented.

Do not use contractions in a formal paper.

Use transitions to link ideas. Examples are as follows: for example, in addition, likewise, moreover, furthermore, similarly, finally, in conclusion, consequently, on the other hand, and also.

Avoid the use of “there is” and “there are” because this is a weak sentence construction. The preferred structure is to insert a strong action verb.

Weak: There are many reasons to avoid using drugs.Better: Many reasons exist to avoid using drugs.

Spell out most numbers that can be written in two or fewer words unless it is a technical number.

Revision Tips

Cite at least five different sources within the body of your paper in the form of parenthetical citations (discussed in the reference packet). Only these sources should appear on the final works cited page.

Use lead ins to introduce quotes.

Example: According to one critic, “Depression . . . “ (Smith 5).

Revision Tips

Use objective third person reference. Do not use I, we me, us and you.

Wrong: You should avoid drug use.

Better: A person should avoid drug use.

Use topic sentences to introduce each body paragraph.

Examples: Also, teens should not use alcohol to avoid health risks.

Furthermore, teens should not use alcoholic substances to avoid violence and criminal activity.

Revision Tips

Rewrite or type all of your paper for the final copy, including outline, rough draft of body, and works cited. Number paper starting with first page of body. (Also, number the works cited page.)

These are the following items for the turn in date in your enclosed envelope: 1) copies of sources (not books), 2) all note cards, rough draft of outline, body, and works cited, 3) final copies of outline, body, and works cited, 4) reference packet, and 5) criteria sheet.

Revision Tips

Staple Draft in This Order

1. Copy of outline

2. Body of paper written

following outline

3. Copy of works cited

Pulling It All TogetherPulling It All Together

Works Cited

Rough Draft

Final Product

Deadline DayTurn in these items in your envelope:

Sources Note cards

Rough Draft (outline, paper, works cited) Final Draft (outline, paper, works cited)

Grade Scale Reference Packet (or $1.00 if lost)

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