Write a multi-source research paper (5-7 paragraphs, 4+ sources, MLA citation) (CCSS W.7.2.a-f; W.7.7; W.7.8)
Exercise
Difficulty 5
~35 min
eng.g7.f.ex_23
Draft Research Paper Section
Prompt
During the workshop, draft your full research paper introduction (hook + research question + thesis + roadmap) plus at least one full body paragraph (topic sentence + 2 sources synthesized + closing). Time-box: 35 minutes.
M-7-F-WR-EX-23-A
Interactive
Physical / non-image
Drafting template with intro + body sections labeled. Print-ready 8.5x11.
Answer criteria
type
rubric
rubric
Complete intro (all 4 parts) + complete body paragraph (all 4 elements) = 4; intro complete + body partial = 3; intro complete only = 2; intro incomplete = 1
Hints
- Use your note cards and synthesis paragraphs.
- Aim for complete, not perfect. Revision is next week.
Misconceptions to watch
- Skips roadmap in intro.
- Body paragraph is list-style without claim leading.
Used in lessons