Fluent Essays

Write 4 Complete pages in proper MLA format. Using the writing process, students will compose a paper reflecting on an experience that has affected them. This experience can be personal: one that occurred within his/her family, education, career, or with technology or pop culture. Note that this paper should not be research-based. Use of the first person (I and we) is acceptable for this paper. Use of the second person (you and all of its forms) is not acceptable. Paper Requirements *Times New Roman. *Font size 12. *Double spaced. *The paper has a correctly formatted and original title. *The paper has a correctly formatted MLA heading. Introduction *Compelling. *Strong thesis or controlling idea. *Grabs the reader’s attention. * Is general and outlines the main points of the body paragraphs. Body Paragraphs *Contains controlling topic sentences and supporting details. *Coherent. *Unified. * Uses adequate transitional devices. Conclusion *Sums up the main points of the paper. *Does not leave the reader “hanging.” * Does NOT introduce new ideas that are not covered in the body paragraphs. *The conclusion should be concise. Standard English *Word choices and level of diction appropriate to the college level. *Spelling errors are avoided. *Avoids use of contractions. *Avoids use of the second-person pronoun. *Pronouns agree *Subjects and verbs agree * Maintains consistent tense and/or demonstrates logical shifts in tense. * Parallelism is maintained. * Overuse of the passive voice is avoided. *Less than 10\% plagiarism on Turnitin reportSample paper included and MLA format info mla_template.doc reflection_paper_sample._.docx Unformatted Attachment Preview Lastname 1 Firstname Lastname Instructor’s Name (Check the syllabus for the correct spelling of your instructor’s name) Course Number (Include the course number of ENGL-112 and the section (NA, NB, etc). 18 January 2020 (Notice the format is day, month, and year). Center Title; Do Not Bold or Underline (All the major words of the title are capitalized) This template illustrates the rules for formatting a research paper in MLA format. The paper is set with one-inch margins all around. Each page has a header of last name and page number. The paper will be double-spaced throughout, no extra space between sections or paragraphs. The entire paper, including the heading and title, needs to be in the same type and size of font. This template uses Times New Roman 12pt font. Because it is easy to read, this font is definitely appropriate for college essays. The essay is left aligned, not fully justified. One space between sentences is now standard; however, double-spacing between sentences is acceptable. Writers should follow the instructor’s preference in spacing and practice consistency. The student should hit the enter key only once at the end of each paragraph. The MLA format requires parenthetical citations for documentation This strategy allows students to “acknowledge [the] sources by keying brief parenthetical citations in [the] text to an alphabetical list of works that appears at the end of the paper” (Gibaldi 142). In this brief citation, the period goes after the parenthesis. The information in parentheses should be as brief as possible. The author’s last name or a shortened title for unsigned works suffices. If the key information (author’s last name or the title of an unsigned work) is used in the text, this information should not be repeated in the parentheses. Gibaldi explains: The information in [the] parenthetical references in the text must match the corresponding information in the entries in [the] list of works cited. For a typical Lastname 2 works-cited-list entry, which begins with the name of the author (or editor, translator, or narrator), the parenthetical reference begins with the same name. If the work is listed by title, the reference begins with the title, shortened or in full. (238-239) This long quote is set off by an extra one-inch margin rather than quotation marks, and in this case, the period goes before the parenthetical citation. Chapters 5 and 6 of the MLA Handbook give more information on works cited and parenthetical citation. After the last paragraph in an MLA style essay, the document should begin a new page for Works Cited. This page will still have the one-inch margins all the way around and have the heading of last name and page number. This page will also be double-spaced throughout with no extra space between entries. Items in a Works Cited page will be alphabetized by the first word of each entry (author’s last name or title of work). Each entry will use a hanging indent, in which lines after the first indent half an inch. More information is found in chapters 5 and 6 of the MLA Handbook, for using Internet sources (www.mlahandbook.org) and Purdue University’s Online Writing Lab (http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/research/r_mla.html). Lastname 3 Works Cited (For papers that cite sources, a work or works cited page is needed. Notice this page is separate from the rest of the paper. In addition, the title of Work or Works Cited must be centered. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers or Little, Brown Compact Handbook. “Works Cited Rules” (Updated 2009) Please note that every line after the first one is indented or uses what is called a hanging indent May 1 Brandon May Lisa Varrasso English 112 E 30 January 2018 Proper MLA format is used for the header, including the font and format for the date. Temporary Times and Permanent Memories The title is original. Of the many family vacations I went on as a child, one in particular stands out. It involved a trip to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan where my family had an a-frame home. The entire family got together for this trip, a rare occurrence, making it even more memorable and impactful on my life. The introduction is general and concise. Also, the purpose or focus of the paper is clear. It was the summer of 2002 and the family planned trip to Michigan was underway. We had begun the ten-hour drive that felt more like thirty to my Great Grandma Joan, Great Grandpa Keith and Great Uncle, Paul’s a-frame. They built this summer home with their own blood, sweat and tears back in the eighties. It was nestled back in a wooded lot and sat cozily on a sandy beach that led down to the waters of Lake Michigan where it could only be reached by ferry. This meant we had packed everything we needed for the upcoming week into our vehicles. At eight years old and on my way up north, I was excited and eager to see this place. I had only heard stories about what it was like at Christmas, Thanksgiving and other family gatherings. Every generation before me had been there at one time or another and spoke quite highly of it. I would be lying if I said it did not sound great. We finally arrived. The stories I had heard over the years were accurate. I jumped out of the car and rushed down to the water. The water was shockingly cold for it being mid-July. But May 2 regardless, it was water, and it was only fifty or so feet from the front porch. To my left was a huge rock where I instantly saw the potential for a man-made slide. Unfortunately, darkness was approaching and this meant it was time to go inside for the night. The inside was simple but elegant at the same time. I think knowing it had been built by the ones around me led me to feel that way. It had no internet, no television, and the cell phone service was spotty at best. Luckily, those were not the reasons the family went there for. We went there for the outdoors, the beach, the fishing, to spend time together, and other forms of fun that have unfortunately been forgotten by many. When I woke up, it was finally time to begin all the activities I came there to partake in. After quickly eating a home cooked breakfast, my cousins and I were out the door and in the water. I think being young helped us cope with what felt to be sub-freezing water temperatures. The adults soon followed, or they at least followed us down to the beach as they could not handle the “icy” water. A short time later, my grandpa came out with the fishing poles. We all wandered out on the dock and put some lines in the water. Like most children, we were not the most patient. After an hour or so of no bites we decided that we had enough so we got back into the water. My grandpa continued to pursue the fish he claimed were near. Looking back now, I still do not recall him actually catching a fish. The only fish I saw during the trip was one dead on the shore that I am surprised he did not claim as a catch. The day flew by. It was getting dark already and once again time to go inside. My grandma would warn us about the bears in the area. She was not wrong; there were bears in the area, making this a valuable tool for her to use to get us to come inside. She would always say, “If you suddenly smell the aroma, of garbage a bear is near”. Notice the dialogue is set off with May 3 quotation marks, and a comma is used to introduce the quote, which is a full sentence. She said this was the case because the bears were always getting into garbage around the neighborhood looking for something to eat. Nevertheless, Notice the description and the student’s attempt to use transitions. we were always running for the door after receiving this verbal warning. The following days consisted of the same routine: Wake up, brush my teeth, eat, and get to the lake as quickly as possible. The rock I saw potential in on day one did not disappoint. With a little mud and splashing of water, it turned out to be the perfect slide. Hours went by with us kids climbing up and sliding down this natural slide. Life was simple. Not once do I recall anyone complaining about missing television shows or not being able to check their email. We had everything we needed right in front of us. The nights were spent reminiscing and watching the adults play cards. Everyone was there and everyone was having a blastI suggest avoiding the use of slang. It was the stress free getaway the adults needed and the endless area of exploration we kids loved. Unfortunately, as I have come to realize about vacations, they go by too fast. The week was coming to an end, and everyone was beginning to pack. I do not think anyone was ready to leave, but they had jobs to return to. Luckily, this would not be my last trip to this family built oasis. However, unfortunately it would be the last trip the entire family would take there together. It was an amazing trip with amazing people. I do not think I realized the impact it would have on me for many years to come. My great grandparents and great uncle have since passed away and the a-frame has been sold, but the memories still live on. Though it is no longer possible, I would love to take another trip like this. I have no children of my own, but I know they would have had a blast on that peninsula, away from the smartphones, internet, and today’s other May 4 luxuries as I once did as child. I guess they will just have to use their imagination while listening to the stories of the a-frame as I once did.Notice how the conclusion wraps up the reflection. Also, notice how the student focuses on one event in the reflection paper and does not try to take on too much in the paper. Furthermore, notice how the student’s introduction highlights what will be discussed in the paper, and the body paragraphs are in line or address the topic discussed in the body paragraphs. ... Purchase answer to see full attachment