1. Research Essay Requirements

2. Checklist  Introduction  Hook  Thesis  2 reasons of why you are writing this piece  Paragraphs 1,2,& 3  One focus  Support (Fact and Opinion)  At least 1 quote  Conclusion  Restate Thesis  End with a Punch  Bibliography  Parenthetical documentation  2 sources, cited  Research You need to have ALL of these pieces in order to write a successful essay. Remember: your research essay must be a total of 5 paragraphs with a bibliography page!

3. Rubric Introduction: 20 points Paragraph 1: 20 points Paragraph 2: 20 points Paragraph 3: 20 points Conclusion: 20 points Bibliography: 20 points Outline: 20 points Research: 10 points 150 points

4. Don't forget the 6+1 Traits

5. Thesis Statement Review