WL+Checklist

First, proofread for LANGUAGE: spelling, grammar, usage, punctuation, etc. Then check formatting issues:
 * World Literature Paper Checklist**


 * General:**
 * The first page should state the title of the paper (which includes your topic and the titles of the works). No ISB heading needed.
 * Subsequent pages should have page numbers and your last name.
 * Titles of works should be italicized throughout the paper.
 * All paragraphs should be indented. No spaces needed between paragraphs.
 * All text can be formatted into space and a half to save paper.
 * Print on both sides of the paper.


 * Introductory paragraph:**
 * The introductory paragraph should include the titles of works and authors’ names.
 * Topics should be evident and presented in the order in which they will be addressed.


 * Text References:**
 * Text references should be checked for accuracy. Make sure words and page numbers are correct.
 * Exact words should be in quotation marks followed by a parenthetical reference with author’s last name and page number, then followed by punctuation. E.g. …as she silently closed the door” (Taylor 47).
 * You must cite any researched information.
 * Insert brackets around altered or added words.
 * Use ellipsis for omitted words.


 * Word count:**
 * An accurate word count of the body of the essay should appear between the text of your paper and the works cited.
 * Include text references and parenthetical citation within the word count.


 * Works cited:**
 * Works cited should be in MLA format.
 * Be sure to use citation for a translated work for the texts you are using.
 * Include any works used for research.
 * Works should be listed in alphabetical order according to authors’ surnames.
 * An additional page is not needed.