Final Draft Clearly developed thesis statement that takes a position about the s

Final Draft
Clearly developed thesis statement that takes a position about the similarities and differences between the two closed research theme readings
An introductory paragraph that attempts to gain the reader’s interest, introduces the closed research theme readings and presents the thesis statement.
Body paragraphs that compare and analyze key similarities and differences between the closed research theme readings, with topic sentences and transitions
Well-reasoned analysis based on relevant and complex comparisons, illustrated and supported with evidence from the closed research theme readings
A concluding paragraph
In-text citations of “They Say” summaries and quotations of the closed research theme readings and other sources you might use
APA or MLA style formatting, as specified by your instructor, with a References (APA) or Works Cited (MLA) page
Observation of the conventions of Standard Written American English
Minimum 1000 words for the final draft (Works Cited or References list does not count in the minimum word-count requirement)
See the assessment rubric on the assignment page “M05 Writing Project 2 Comparative Analysis: Final Draft” for an understanding of how the final draft will be graded