Research Checklist

Research Essay Checklist

(1) Is there a hook? Yes No Is it interesting? Yes No

(2) Does the introductory paragraph clearly introduce the topic? Yes No

(3) Is there a thesis statement? Yes No Does it clearly state that the author will discuss both the advantages and disadvantages? Yes No

(4) Does each body paragraph have a clear topic sentences? Yes No

(5) Does each body paragraph have clear supporting sentences and examples? Yes No

(6) Does the essay have at least 6 quotes? Yes No

(7) Does the essay have direct quotes? Yes No Are they used correctly? Yes No

(8) Does the essay have indirect quotes? Yes No Are they used correctly? Yes No

(9) Does the essay have a strong conclusion that restates the thesis of the essay? Yes No

(10) Is there a reference page? Yes No Is it formatted correctly? Yes No

(11) Is the entire essay formatted correctly? Yes No

(12) Are there spelling and grammar mistakes? Yes No

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Research Essay Checklist

(1) Is there a hook? Yes No Is it interesting? Yes No

(2) Does the introductory paragraph clearly introduce the topic? Yes No

(3) Is there a thesis statement? Yes No Does it clearly state that the author will discuss both the advantages and disadvantages? Yes No

(4) Does each body paragraph have a clear topic sentences? Yes No

(5) Does each body paragraph have clear supporting sentences and examples? Yes No

(6) Does the essay have at least 6 quotes? Yes No

(7) Does the essay have direct quotes? Yes No Are they used correctly? Yes No

(8) Does the essay have indirect quotes? Yes No Are they used correctly? Yes No

(9) Does the essay have a strong conclusion that restates the thesis of the essay? Yes No

(10) Is there a reference page? Yes No Is it formatted correctly? Yes No

(11) Is