1. Narrowing your Topic How can I write an effective paper in just 3-5 pages?

2. Step One: Choose a big topic.  Marilyn Monroe

3. Step Two: Ask questions…  Who was Marilyn Monroe?  What impact did Marilyn Monroe have on the film industry?  Who was Marilyn Monroe married to?  How is Marilyn Monroe connected to the Kennedy’s?  How did Marilyn Monroe die?  What happened before her death that was suspicious?  Why is there controversy surrounding her death?

4. Step Three: Decide which questions your paper will answer.  Who was Marilyn Monroe?  How was Marilyn Monroe connected to the Kennedys?  How did Marilyn Monroe die?  Why is there controversy surrounding her death?

5. Step Four: Find information on each of those questions.  Using Webnote: Choose colored notecards for each question you will be researching.  Webnote Webnote

6. Write a working thesis statement on this topic.  Considering the autopsy, her government connections, and actions prior to her death, Marilyn Monroes’ death may not have been a suicide.