Evaluation

=Novel Research Paper Evaluation=


 * **Thesis Statement**
 * Include author's name, title of novel, two literary elements, and one theme in the last sentence of the introduction || /10 ||
 * **Organization**
 * Essay is focused and organized in a logical, coherent manner
 * Topic and concluding sentence present in each body paragraph
 * Transitions within and between paragraphs present where needed || /30 ||
 * ===Content ===
 * Essay is three to five pages
 * Exhibits knowledge of the novel
 * Analysis of 2 literary elements with quotes from the novel - at least two quotes from the novel for each literary element
 * Introduction is clear and has a gripping opening sentence (hook); concluding sentence of each body paragraph connects example to thesis (connection made to explain how literary element helps convey the theme); conclusion rephrases thesis, summarizes main points in essay, and leaves reader with a strong, final impression || /30 ||
 * ===Evidence and Use of Research===
 * Minimum of eight to ten articles from a minimum of four different sources used - each article is cited at least once
 * Citations from literary criticism support analysis of each literary element and theme (thesis)
 * Transitions used to blend literary criticism with quotes from the novel and/or with your own words || /30 ||
 * ===Research and Technique===
 * Correct MLA format for parenthetical citations for all direct quotations and paraphrases
 * Correct use of quotation marks and correct use of block quotations
 * Works Cited is correct format and is complete with the novel and sources of criticismWorks Cited is centered and not underlined or bolded, entries in alphabetical order, proper punctuation (italics, quotation marks, periods, etc.), hanging indent for all entries with two or more lines, double space throughout the entire page, no extra spacing between entries || /20 ||
 * ===Format===
 * Correct heading on first page: Name, Teacher's Name, Course, Date in upper left hand corner; Title centered and not underlined or bolded
 * Pages labeled correctly with last name and page number in header (upper right hand corner)
 * Size 12 point font in Times New Roman style and double spaced throughout the entire document, one inch margins on all sides with no extra spacing between paragraphs || /10 ||
 * ===Mechanics===
 * Appropriate vocabulary and sentence structure; no wordiness; no awkward wording; no repetition
 * Correct spelling, capitalization, grammar, and punctuation
 * The use of "I," "you," "we," etc. is eliminated || /10 ||
 * ===Total Points=== || /140 ||
 * ===Overall Grade=== ||  ||