American History Essay Assignment
Potential Essay Questions for the First Exam
1. Compare and contrast the origins, development, social structure, and labor system of the colonies of Massachusetts and Virginia. Examine in detail how each colony formed, its origins, and evolution. What was the primary motivator behind each colony's foundation? What changed over time in the colonies? In your opinion, which colony was the most successful? Why?
2. Trace the origins of the American Revolution beginning from about 1660. What were the major events that caused the break between the American colonies and the mother country? Do you see any events as being critical, in that without them a break might not have occurred? Finally, in your opinion, who was at fault for the separation, the American colonies, Britain, or both? Why?
3. Discuss the American Revolution, specifically the goals of the American colonists. Why did the Revolution occur? How did it start? How did rebellion become Revolution? Finally, as detailed as possible, how did the 13 Colonies succeed in breaking away from Great Britain? What were the key battles and factors that led to the war being successful?
4. Examine the origins, rise, and decline of the American First Party System from 1787 through 1815. Discuss in detail each political party, their leaders, and their ideologies. What were the dominant issues that caused fractionalization into parties? How did the War of 1812 contribute to the demise of the system?
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.