Rubric for Documented Investigation Paper

Content 70%

1 2 3 4
Appropriateness of title
Suitability of thesis statement
Effectiveness of introduction
Logic of conclusion
Necessary information documented
Integration of source material
20 Notecards
Supporting details for main idea
Transitions between paragraphs

Format 15%

Utilizes at least 3 sources other than primary sources
Title page MLA format
Appearance of manuscript

Mechanics/Grammar 15%

Spelling
Word Choice
Grammar/Usage
Punctuation
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