Biography Research Paper
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The 100 Most Influential Americans
Due Date Research:
Due Date Paper:
Specific Requirements:
· There are three major parts of this project:
1. The six page research worksheet that you will use to gather and organize your information for the written paper. This will be collected and graded so it should be filled out neatly and completely. Some of you will be required to type this part of the project. It will also include:
a. A subject (the person the paper is about)
b. A question about the person. The question may be as straightforward as: why is this person famous/significant/important?
2. A 2-4 page typed paper that follows the requirements below.
3. A bio-poem that follows the form and rubric provided for a bio-poem. The poem will be given live in class.
· Your paper must include the following:
1. Answer the following question to form a thesis statement or claim:
· What qualities or attributes did your subject have that made him or her a significant American?
1. A clear thesis statement – EXAMPLE: Harriet Tubman was an important American because she was determined, selfless, and courageous.
2. Your paper must prove your thesis by providing ample evidence
3. Paper must be a minimum of 7 paragraphs
4. A title that is descriptive – example: Theodore Roosevelt: Affluent Achiever
5. The body/text of your paper must contain the following:
· Personal background (birth/death, schools if any, education)
· At least 2 quotes about the subject that support the thesis, with an in-text citation for each.
· The quotes that support the thesis must be from a minimum of two sources.
Remember to sue a signal phrase
· Follow the guidelines included in Structure of the Biography Paper for more details, requirements, and suggestions.
General Requirements
1. Make a cover page (see diagram below)
· No pictures or report covers!
· Put a title of your paper – centered 1/3 way down page
· Your Name, class & period, teacher, due date, - 1.5-2” from bottom of page – centered and double spaced
2. Follow MLA format.
· Paper must be 2-4 pages long
· Must be double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12 pt font
3. Use in-text citations for your quotes
4. Works Cited Page
· You must have 5 – 7 sources
· 4 must be non websites and two books plus textbook
· Follow MLA format:
· Dobie, J. Frank. "Houston, Sam (1793–1863)."Encyclopedia Americana. Grolier Online, 2014. Web. 26 Apr. 2014.
· Alphabetize entries, and indent each second line
· Put the works cited page at the end of your report
Helpful Hints
1. Find a subject that you are at least remotely interested in
2. Use your time in the Media Center wisely
3. Find a book on your subject soon! If it is not in the Middle School Library, talk to Library staff about other sources.
4. As usual, do not wait to the last minute, get your work done soon
5. See me, after school if necessary if you need help
6. When you write your paper – use the rubric!
The 100 Most Influential Americans
Due Date Research:
Due Date Paper:
Specific Requirements:
· There are three major parts of this project:
1. The six page research worksheet that you will use to gather and organize your information for the written paper. This will be collected and graded so it should be filled out neatly and completely. Some of you will be required to type this part of the project. It will also include:
a. A subject (the person the paper is about)
b. A question about the person. The question may be as straightforward as: why is this person famous/significant/important?
2. A 2-4 page typed paper that follows the requirements below.
3. A bio-poem that follows the form and rubric provided for a bio-poem. The poem will be given live in class.
· Your paper must include the following:
1. Answer the following question to form a thesis statement or claim:
· What qualities or attributes did your subject have that made him or her a significant American?
1. A clear thesis statement – EXAMPLE: Harriet Tubman was an important American because she was determined, selfless, and courageous.
2. Your paper must prove your thesis by providing ample evidence
3. Paper must be a minimum of 7 paragraphs
4. A title that is descriptive – example: Theodore Roosevelt: Affluent Achiever
5. The body/text of your paper must contain the following:
· Personal background (birth/death, schools if any, education)
· At least 2 quotes about the subject that support the thesis, with an in-text citation for each.
· The quotes that support the thesis must be from a minimum of two sources.
Remember to sue a signal phrase
· Follow the guidelines included in Structure of the Biography Paper for more details, requirements, and suggestions.
General Requirements
1. Make a cover page (see diagram below)
· No pictures or report covers!
· Put a title of your paper – centered 1/3 way down page
· Your Name, class & period, teacher, due date, - 1.5-2” from bottom of page – centered and double spaced
2. Follow MLA format.
· Paper must be 2-4 pages long
· Must be double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12 pt font
3. Use in-text citations for your quotes
4. Works Cited Page
· You must have 5 – 7 sources
· 4 must be non websites and two books plus textbook
· Follow MLA format:
· Dobie, J. Frank. "Houston, Sam (1793–1863)."Encyclopedia Americana. Grolier Online, 2014. Web. 26 Apr. 2014.
· Alphabetize entries, and indent each second line
· Put the works cited page at the end of your report
Helpful Hints
1. Find a subject that you are at least remotely interested in
2. Use your time in the Media Center wisely
3. Find a book on your subject soon! If it is not in the Middle School Library, talk to Library staff about other sources.
4. As usual, do not wait to the last minute, get your work done soon
5. See me, after school if necessary if you need help
6. When you write your paper – use the rubric!
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