Need to do a research essay (Argumentative) on below question and uses in text citation in the reading and a few internet resources to support some points from the reading. (Mostly from the reading).

Documented Research Essay Checklist Name:__________________

Complete this and submit with your essay!

Format:

My essay is in the correct format: 1 inch margins, Times New Roman 12, double spaced, aligned left, the first line of each paragraph is indented, no extra spacing between paragraphs, header or title page with my name and number, course code and number, prof’s name, and date. Yes:____ No:____

Organisation and Task Completion:

My essay is at least five paragraphs long. Yes:____ No:____

My essay is between 600 and 800 words long. Current word count:_____ Yes:____ No:____

My essay opens with an attention-grabbing sentence (hook). Yes:____ No:____

My introduction contains background information and a clear thesis. Yes:____ No:____

My thesis is argumentative – there is a possible counter argument. Yes:____ No:____

Each body paragraph has an effective topic sentence that supports the thesis. Yes:____ No:____

My conclusion contains a summary of my arguments and a final thought. Yes:____ No:____

I effectively use transitions and connecting words. Yes:____ No:____

Content and Comprehensibility:

Each paragraph flows smoothly from beginning to end. Yes:____ No:____

No sentences are off topic. Yes:____ No:____

I use supporting arguments with proper detail, evidence, and explanation. Yes:____ No:____

I am not just reporting; I am making clear decisions and arguments. Yes:____ No:____

Vocabulary:

I used a dictionary to double-check the meaning matches my intent. Yes:____ No:____

I used a thesaurus to avoid repeating the same words. Yes:____ No:____

I checked that I used the correct form of the word (noun, adverb, gerund, etc.) Yes:____ No:____

I checked my spelling. Yes:____ No:____

Sentence Structure:

I varied my sentence patterns to make an engaging text. Yes:____ No:____

I checked for fragments (incomplete sentences). Yes:____ No:____

I checked for run-on sentences. Yes:____ No:____

I checked my word order. Yes:____ No:____

I checked my capitalization and punctuation. Yes:____ No:____

Grammar:

I checked that my tenses were consistent. Yes:____ No:____

I used passive voice if necessary. Yes:____ No:____

I used reported speech if necessary. Yes:____ No:____

I checked that my verbs agreed with my subjects. Yes:____ No:____

I checked that my pronouns agree with their referents. Yes:____ No:____

I checked that I used articles, prepositions, adverbs, and adjectives correctly. Yes:____ No:____

Citations:

I quoted or paraphrased each source from my References list at least once. Yes:____ No:____

I used correct in-text citation form. Yes:____ No:____

My citations support my argument, or I effectively argue against them. Yes:____ No:____

My References list is on a new page and follows APA format. Yes:____ No:____

Personal Grammar Trouble Spots:

My most consistent errors are ______________________________________ and I checked for these errors throughout my paper.

Yes:____ No:____