This is an Argumentative EssayNo pictures, clip art, title pagemust be in MLA formatblack, 12 point font, use easy to read font type, such as Times New Romanworks referenced (15) and works cited (8) not included in total pagesno slang or contractions (example: don’t)no abbreviations (such as )&no formal third person (no “I”)do not address the reader (no “you”)no scratched out or scribbled over wordsTitle must be relevant (not “Term Paper”)Length: 3-5 pagesIntroduction, body arguments/claims, at least one counter argument (rebuttal claim) and conclusion. Remember that you must include smooth, logical transitions.Works Cited and Works Referenced:You must also include a works cited WITH your paper (simply copy and paste the ones used from your works referenced that you turn in before hand into a new page). We will start this in class, but any additional sources you compile on your own you must include. Works Referenced are turned in before due date of paper.MLA:Your research paper, parenthetical citations, works referenced and works cited page must be in MLA format.Organization/Content:Strong introduction that captures the reader’s interest and states thesisStrong conclusion that summarizes, restates thesis and main points of your paperUses transitions between paragraphsSupporting paragraphs have strong, clear, relevant arguments and relate directly to thesis, evidence that supports claims, and analysis explaining how evidence applies to your claimsFree of mechanical errors (spelling, punctuation, grammar)
