Sophomore Research Paper Rubric
Name:
Period:
Format: (10 points):
Correct header and page number format ______/3
12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced ______/5
Original title ______/2
Introduction Paragraph: (10 points):
‘Grabber’ in form of quote or data ______/5
Thesis statement ______/5
Body Paragraphs (30 points):
Clear context that properly introduces evidence ______/5
At least three relevant quotes with proper citation ______/10
Meaningful and relevant commentary that helps prove thesis ______/10
Logical argument in paper for 3 countries or 3 problems ______/5
Conclusion Paragraph (10 points):
Restates thesis and main points using different language ______/5
Contains predictions, summaries, opinions and/or solutions ______/5
Bibliography and Footnote/Endnote (20):
Bibliography is present with at least 8 sources and formatted correctly ______/10
Footnote/endnotes are used and formatted properly ______/10
Grammar and Editing (20 points):
Uses appropriate verb tense ______/5
Well-edited: free of grammar or spelling mistakes ______/5
Paper is within the 4-6 page requirement ______/10
TOTAL POINTS:________/100
GRADE:___________
Comments: