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Directions: Create a three to five paragraph essay using a word processing program.
  1. Save the assignment as lyrics_project in the writing folder.

  2. Use a proper heading. First and last name, class name and period, date, assignment.

  3. Title the assignment Lyrics Project.

  4. Select an appropriate song with meaning;a message. 

  5. Essay will address each required "Essential Question":

    What is the story behind the song?
    What is the intended "message" of the song?
    Why have you chosen this song?

  6. Save copy of lyrics as lyrics_project in the writing folder.

  7. Highlight, in color, figurative/descriptive language within lyrical text.

  8. Align your text to the left hand side of the page.

  9. Utilize block paragraphs, skip a line between paragraphs, use single spacing.

  10. Use a single basic font that is size 12.

  11. Insert 1 space after periods and commas.

  12. Control standard writing conventions such as spelling, grammar, and punctuation and use them with accuracy and when appropriate. Minor errors must not distract the reader.

  13. Use your voice. Make the reader feel like he or she hears the message.

  14. Review all parts of this grade sheet before submitting the assignment for a grade.



Example


Jackie Jay
Technology P1
Jan 1, 2004
Lyrics Project



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