Advanced Composition
12 weeks · 3 milestones
Write a research-based or persuasive essay of 600–800 words using evidence from multiple sources, in-text citations, and a works-cited list (Grades 7–10). Proof: completed essay reviewed by a teacher or qualified adult reader; evidence is correctly cited and the argument is logically structured.
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3 milestones
Choose a topic of genuine interest, find 3 credible sources (published articles, books, or authoritative websites — not Wikipedia as a primary source), and take notes documenting the source name, author or publisher, and at least 2 specific facts or quotes from each. A parent or teacher reviews the sources and confirms they are credible and the notes are substantive.
Proof required
Submit a research notes document with 3 clearly identified sources — each with author/publisher, title, and at least 2 quotes or facts you will use — and a parent or teacher note confirming the sources are credible (not Wikipedia alone) and the notes are substantive enough to build an essay from.
What gets checked
- 3 distinct sources (not 3 pages from the same website)
- Author or publisher identified for each source
- At least 2 usable quotes or facts per source — not just page titles