Argument Essay

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Is the paper 6 pages long? (This means that the words will go all the way to the bottom of the 6th page.)

Is it in MLA format? (12 pt font, double space, 1” margins, page number and last name in corner header).

Is there a separate works cited page?

Is the works cited double spaced?

Are the 2nd and subsequent lines on the works cited entries indented 0.5” from the 1st line?

Is the works cited page in ABC order?

Are all of the sources cited (book, database article, reference books)? No free internet sites.

Are there at least 5 items total on the works cited? If there is not, there is a problem.

Go through the essay and check the parenthetical citations. Do you have at least one citation for each item on the works cited? (If you did not use a source, it can’t be on the works cited).

Did you complete the mandatory tutoring?

THE STRUCTURE

Do you have an introduction that names the trend you chose? Does it lead the reader into the essay and connect to the thesis argument you make?

Do you have a thesis statement? (Remember: it can’t be a quote, a fact, or an announcement).

Do your body paragraphs begin with a topic sentence that is applicable to the paragraph as a whole?

Did you transition from one paragraph to the next?

Are there clear connections between each body paragraph and your thesis?

Does your conclusion reiterate your thesis?

Does your conclusion close out the essay without introducing any new topics?

OTHER

Did you check for grammar errors? Did you read aloud to yourself- word by word?

Did you get stuck on anything with this assignment?

Did you email the teacher for help?

Did feel challenged by this assignment?