The document outlines the seven steps to create a research paper: 1) selecting an interesting topic, 2) finding reliable information on the topic from sources like libraries and websites, 3) formulating a thesis statement, 4) creating an outline to organize points, 5) writing a first draft with an introduction, body, and conclusion, 6) creating a bibliography to cite all sources, and 7) revising the first draft and proofreading for errors.