Assignment: Columbian Exchange Essay
Essay Prompt: How did the Spanish come to control so much of the Americas so quickly in the century after 1492? After reading the textbook and additional sources, do you prefer the term "Columbian Exchange" or "Columbian Conquest" as an answer to this question?
o Be mindful that a good essay will briefly introduce the topic and provide an argument (a thesis statement, in your voice, answering the essay prompt) up front - this is crucial to the organization of your essay because the first sentences (topic sentences) of all succeeding body paragraphs should build off and support your thesis. Each body paragraph should include supporting facts and concepts, allowing you to show off what you have learned but in an organized manner. The concluding paragraph restates your argument. In addition to organization, I also assess historical content and writing quality in determining your essay grade.
o When you quote or paraphrase, you may add a simple parenthetical citation in the text of the essay (for example, Foner, 44). YOU MAY CONSULT THE TEXTBOOK, POWERPOINTS, and PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SOURCES ASSIGNED HERE TO COMPLETE THE ESSAY. THERE IS NO NEED TO USE ANY OTHER OUTSIDE SOURCES.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.