Brick by Brick III: Live Free or

Write HardThe Research Paper:

Stage IIA presentation by Instructor Aaron

RostonTennessee State University

Third Brick:

Abstract,2nd Draft

Outline

Rough works cited page: Min. of 3 sources (electronic or

print only), max. of 6

Research Paper Stage II: OutlineOutline for A – B, A – B Method:

Story and thesis: I love soul and gangsta rap, but they are very different forms of musical expression. They are different in 3 ways: Influences, sounds, and subjects.

Topic sentence for point 1: First, soul and gangsta rap have very different musical influences.

A: Soul music owes its influence to gospel and R&B. Citation. Example of artist.B: Gangsta rap is influenced by hard rock, funk, and techno. Citation. Example of artist.Topic sentence for point 2: Next, soul and gangsta rap have very different sounds.A: Soul has soaring harmonies and live instrumentation. Citation. Example of artist.B: Rapper doesn’t sing, chants over samples. Citation. Example of artist.Topic sentence for point 3: Finally, soul and gangsta rap deal with very different subjects.A: Soul music deals with love and affirmation of the human spirit. Citation. Example of

song.B: Gangsta rap deals with the harsh reality of the inner city, namely crime and poverty.

Citation. Example of song.Conclusion: They are both very different, but gangsta rap is far more negative. Both “tell it

like it is,” but I prefer soul music because it reflects who I really am. (And who is that?)

Research Paper Stage II: Works Cited

Sample on page 311 in the Sample on page 311 in the NCHNCH

Use the MLA Directory on pp. 318 – 319Use the MLA Directory on pp. 318 – 319

• Always starts as a new page

• All sources are listed alphabetically

• Titles of Internet sites, books, and periodicals are italicized

• For the rest, look under the “0800 Research Paper” tab on my website, and click on the MLA Update 2008 document.

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE, SEACH ENGINES, OR INTERVIEWS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE SOURCES!

DEADLINE:DEADLINE:STAGE II IS DUE MONDAY/THURSDAY

IT SHOULD BE 4 PAGES Abstract/Works cited in MLA FORMAT

You may fill out outline in Pen – outline sheets are under the “research Paper” tab

Remember: You may not write the research paper first draft without topic and thesis approval. Each stage is worth points and NO stage is optional!

Good luck!Good luck!