Guidelines for Final Paper

Note: Your paper must be between 800 and 1000 typed words. Font size should be between 10 and 12 point font. All papers must include every element on this list to be given credit.

I. Introduction:

1. Opening quote
2. Hook
3. General Statement Introducing the Topic
4. Consideration of the Opposite
5. Strong Thesis Statement

II. Body:

1. Paragraph 1: Summary of the book, or article you are basing your paper on
A: State the type of book
B: Define the thesis of your book or article
C: What is the main figure (if a literary work), or the main figure involved in your article
D: What is the outcome of the book or article

2. Paragraphs 2 and 3: Support your thesis with two positive, or one positive and one negative example
A: Topic of each of these paragraphs should directly relate to the thesis
B: Watch to make sure your concluding sentences link to each other
C: Cite examples in text for your evidence (don't forget a works cited list)

3. Paragraph 4: Statement of the Opposite (Not necessary in National Geographic)
A. Use the same format as paragraphs 2 and 3
B. Make sure your paragraph is a direct acknowledgment of the opposite viewpoint

III. Conclusion:
A. Restate your thesis
B. Make a final statement regarding the opposite position
C. Expand your thesis making a continuing statement, or warning.

IV. Works Cited:

1. List the sources used.

A. For a report concerning a book, and using a traditional analytical method, you only need to cite the book in this section

B.When integrating multiple subjects for the National Geographic topic, cite all sources and National Geographic itself.