English 101 July 28, 14
Writer’s Checklist for Informational Essay
1. Does my introduction clearly state my thesis and give the reader an indication of the direction my essay will take?
My introduction clearly states my theses and the direction of my paper.
2. Are my topic sentences and body paragraphs clear and well developed?
My topic sentances and body pearagraphs are clear and well developed.
3. Have I fully supported my thesis with ample supporting details and examples?
I have fully supported my thesis with supporting details and examples.
4. Have I used a sufficient number and variety of sources in my paper?
I have used two sources for my paper that support my thesis.
5. Are all of my sources properly cited in the body of my paper according to MLA format?
All of my sources are properly cited according to MLA format.
6. Does my conclusion effectively summarize my main points and restate my thesis in different words?
My conclusion effectively summarises my main points and restates my thesis in different words.
7. Have I carefully proofread and revised my paper for sentence variety, word choice, grammar, and punctuation?
I have carefully proofread and revised my paper for sentence variety, word choice, grammar, and punctuation.
8. Does my Works Cited page include only the sources cited in the text? Is it correctly formatted?
My works cited page only includes the sources cited in the text and is correctly formatted.
9. Have I used the correct margins, line spacing, and other format issues required by the MLA sample essay and the sample provided by my instructor?
I have used the correct margins, line spacing, and other format issues required by the MLA sample essay and the sample provided by the instructor.
Lisa Gerarday
English 101 July 28, 14
Adding More Gun Control?
You wake up in the middle of the night and discover your are not alone in your house, there are three men burglarizing your home right now. What are