9th Grade Research Paper
Mrs. DaFonseca
Salem Witch Trials-Research Paper
Task: Before we begin reading & studying The Crucible by Arthur Miller you will do research on the
Salem Witch Trials. You will gather sources, keep note cards, and write a formal research paper (2-3
pages in length). This assignment will be worth two test grades.
Researching:
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What were the Salem Witch Trials?
When and where did they happen?
Who was involved?
Why did the accusations happen?
What is McCarthyism?
What is the connection between the witch trials and McCarthyism?
Sources:
 2 print (books)
 2 database (Sirs, Ebsco)
 1 website (.org, .edu., .gov)
Note Cards:
 (5 bibliography & 10 source cards [ at least 2 per source]) will be turned in for credit
Research Paper:
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2-3 pages in length
Times New Roman, Size 12, Double-spaced, 1”margins
Works Cited Page (use easybib.com)
Do not use I, you, we, us, in your writing
Rubric:
Note Cards_____/60
Research Paper Outline_____/15
In-Text MLA Citations _______/50
Introduction/Content/Analysis_____/50
Works Cited Page _____/15
Grammar/Punctuation _____/10
Total Points______/200
9th Grade Research Paper
Mrs. DaFonseca
Sample Note Card:
Sample Bibliography Card (Do this on the back of each note card)