1. be a minimum of 1,000 words;
2. be based on a minimum of three (3) credible sources (no general encyclopedias may be used no matter where they are found; Wikipedia may not be used); Alabama Virtual Library sources (scholarly journals) and .edu websites are valid sources. You may use your textbook as a source, but it will be an extra source. You must still use three outside sources.
3. be documented using the newest version of MLA formatting (8th Edition). This version is
available e to you under the MLA Guidelines tab. Be sure to document all borrowed information,
not just quoted information);
4. include an MLA style works cited page;
5. be typed double-spaced in Times New Roman, 12-point font;
6. be limited to some aspect of the authors work and not on the life of the chosen author or be an analysis of the work and not just a retelling of the story.
Grading format: The essay will be graded for –
1. content based on the length of the paper, the students ability to focus on the authors on the authors
work(s) and not on his/her life, the correct number of sources cited, and the depth of the research
conducted;
