| Criteria | Grade and descriptors |
|---|---|
| Introduction |
The introduction needs to express a clear thesis that is supported by your research. The introduction should also refer to the amendment that fueled the selected topic. |
| The first body paragraph |
explains the language of the selected amendment and demonstrates how the selected topic relates to the amendment. This is a paragraph of purpose. |
| Subsequent body paragraphs |
present reasons with strong evidence, thorough details, insightful clarification, and accurate MLA parenthetical citations |
| Conclusion: The conclusion |
Is rhetorically effective demonstrating the objective of the expressed evidence entailed throughout the essay. The conclusion should demonstrate the insight that the evidence reveals to your reader about the purpose of your discussion. |
| A works sited page |
in accordance with MLA guidelines. There must be at least five sources. |
| Syntax |
The research paper is grammatically correct and does not display an over- reliance on pronoun use particularly “this”, “that”, and “it |