How to prepare an “A” paper  Use formal writing: no “I, YOU, me, us” etc.  Advanced verb choice and vocabulary  Sophisticated sentences  Thesis driven.

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How to prepare an “A” paper  Use formal writing: no “I, YOU, me, us” etc.  Advanced verb choice and vocabulary  Sophisticated sentences  Thesis driven topic sentence  6 quote/paraphrase minimum with…  Parenthetical citations  Use lead ins for quotes  Turnitin.com  Look at the final copy checklist & rubric

 (Miller. I. 1239)  “You are the devil!” (Miller. I. 1239).  Parris says, “hey man” (Miller. I. 1239).  (author page number)  Online Sources:  (Miller)  Ex. (Jackson)  Online research  (author or title)  (Jackson) (The Love of Proctor)

Lead ins  Lead ins introduce your quote (see doc)  A paragraph should contain  Claim  Evidence (quote)  Commentary (your analysis as it relates to the thesis)