A research paper is a document in which you prove or defend a thesis with the opinions, ideas, facts, and/or statements of others.
WHAT IS A THESIS?
A thesis is a statement that can be proved. Do not confuse a thesis with a fact. For example: The families of Romeo and Juliet were enemies. This is a fact about Shakespeare‘s play. A thesis could be: Friar Laurence is often portrayed as a bumbling fool; however, he is really a wise man trapped by the same forces as his two impulsive lovers.
HOW DO YOU WRITE A RESEARCH PAPER?
Follow these 8 suggested steps when writing a research paper: (This is a suggested time line.)
Information in the Research Paper section was found at PurdueOwl and Sewanhaka School District.
WHAT IS A THESIS?
A thesis is a statement that can be proved. Do not confuse a thesis with a fact. For example: The families of Romeo and Juliet were enemies. This is a fact about Shakespeare‘s play. A thesis could be: Friar Laurence is often portrayed as a bumbling fool; however, he is really a wise man trapped by the same forces as his two impulsive lovers.
HOW DO YOU WRITE A RESEARCH PAPER?
Follow these 8 suggested steps when writing a research paper: (This is a suggested time line.)
- Select a topic.
- Research your topic.
- Develop a thesis.
- Organize your material.
- Write a rough draft.
- Organize Works Cited page.
- Type, proofread, and correct.
- Submit.
Information in the Research Paper section was found at PurdueOwl and Sewanhaka School District.