Rubric for the U.S. History Research Paper
Each of the following will be a separate grade. Grades #’s 1, 2, and 4 will be minor grades. Grade #3 will
be a Major grade. All components of the Research Paper are due ten school days before the end of each
quarter or earlier.
GRADE #1: Outline and Cards
 Research Paper Outline Template (to be inside the brads of the research folder)
 Research Folder with Source Cards (5 minimum) and Note cards in Organized Envelopes
GRADE ALLOCATION
 50 pts. for the template
 25 pts. for source cards (5 Minimum)
 25 pts. for note cards – need minimum of 25 notecards, maximum of 40
GRADE #2: First Draft
GRADE ALLOCATION
 50 pts. mechanics (spelling, punctuation, grammar, format, citations, etc.)
 50 pts. content (accuracy of content, organization of ideas, proof of thesis)
GRADE #3: Final Draft
GRADE ALLOCATION
 50 pts. mechanics (spelling, punctuation, grammar, format, citations, etc.)
 50 pts. content (accuracy of content, organization of ideas, proof of thesis)
GRADE #4: Presentation (evaluated in class.)
GRADE ALLOCATION
 Historical Accuracy
 Clear Presentation of Facts and Character
***See links on Mr. Krogel’s webpage on CES’ website, including how to access the Purdue Owl resources
for MLA style and format.
Student Signature:
Parent Signature:
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Date: ________________________________
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