Planning a Research Paper

Planning a Research Paper
The questions below will help you plan your research paper of the next few lessons. You may have already answered some of them in your Student Guide, so refer to your Student Guide, if you wish.
Remember: You need to complete and turn in the assignment by the conclusion of Unit 5, Lesson 12 –
“Finish Your Plan” – to receive full credit.
Total score:
of 100 points
Score for Question 1:
Answer:
_of 15 points)
1. Write the thesis statement of your research paper. Be sure to write it in one or two complete sentences.
Type your answer here.
(Score for Question 2: _ of 70 points)
2. Write a formal outline for your research paper. Include topics, subtopics, and details so that the reader gains a clear idea of the contents of your paper. Use your organized notes as a basis for your outline. Remember to begin with a title and to follow all the formatting rules. You may refer to the Making Formal Outlines page to help with the format.
Answer:
Type your answer here.
(Score for Question 3:
of 15 points)
3. List four or more sources that you are using for your research paper. At least one should be a print source.
Provide all the information you included on your bibliography cards.
Answer:
Type your answer here.