You will be writing a research paper in which you explore a theme or issue that is expressed in at least one literary text we’ve read since the comparative essay. In doing so, you may explore numerous concepts or issues related to this theme, such as real world dilemmas. Use the primary source “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson and provide MLA Cited Quoates. You also must use at least 4 secondary sources that meet the standards of “legitimate academic texts.” It is expected that you will incorporate MLA cited quotes and ideas from these sources fluidly within the context of your own analysis.
It needs to be 12pt times new roman. No Plagiarism
Grading Criteria:
Is the paper unified around a research question or thesis statement?
Is the paper “original” in that it takes an approach to the research question or thesis that has not already been rehashed again and again in print?
Has the investigation been thorough enough to be convincing?
Does the paper include research methods suitable to the question it explores?
Is the paper substantiated well with documented evidence?
Is the documentation (including quoted and paraphrased material) handled smoothly and accurately? Is the inclusion of other sources handled smoothly and accurately also?
Is the style appropriate for an academic audience?
Is there an abstract that reflects the content of the essay?
Is the oral presentation conducted in a professional manner? Is it clear and reflective of the researched essay? Is the presenter dressed business casual for the presentation?
Is the paper free of problems in spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation?
Is there a complete works cited page accurately constructed at the end of the final draft?
I Placed the files to the 4 secondary sources below. It also needs to have “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson which is the primary source.
https://www.questia.com/library/journal/1P3-2696573941/violence-and-the-sacred-archaic-connections-contemporary
This is 1 secondary source the other 3 are linked as files.