Assignment Task:
Western Civilization: Ancient to Early Modern
The Question:
Your paper should be 600-800 words typed and double-spaced with one-inch margins in 12-point Times font. Choose ONE primary source from the list below and respond to this question:
What does the document reveal about life at the time it was written? Shoot for two or three observations and use specific evidence from the document. Need Assignment Help?
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The Primary Sources (Choose ONE):
(These are the same options as PSA 2; see the PSAs area for links to the primary sources)
Primary
Source # 1
You can choose from the list on Paper 1, except for whatever primary source you used for Paper 1.
Primary
Source # 2
Kurt Vonnegut's Letter Home (in your Unit 2 handout packet)
Note: You must choose from these options unless you consult with me. I would be happy to help you find a different primary source more aligned with your interests. Failure to do so will result in a grade penalty. Do not use outside sources. Use only the textbook, lectures and the primary source. History classes help practice the skill of organizing and categorizing large amounts of information.
The Question:
What does the document reveal about life at the time it was written? Aim for two or three observations and use specific evidence from the primary source.
Specifics:
Your paper should be 600-800 words typed and double-spaced with one-inch margins in 12-point Times font. These are not research papers; use only the course materials to complete the assignment. I will provide 1) specific instructions for each paper, 2)
Directions for using Turnitin, and 3) general guidelines for writing papers. I will use these guidelines when grading your papers. Make sure you have read and understood both of these handouts before you begin writing. If you have any questions about these two handouts, it is your responsibility to contact me for clarification.
Helpful handouts for completing the paper:
1) Blank Primary Source Worksheet (on MyHills)
2) Directions for submitting to Turnitin Assignment areas (on MyHills)
3) Paper Guidelines Handout (on MyHills)
Success Center:
Don't forget the resources available at IHCC's Success Center. They have a computer lab and tutoring services are also available. You can also find online Success Center Resources from your MyHills home page under "General Links."
For online tutoring, there is NetTutor, available on our course menu. Choose the Live Writing Tutor rather than a history tutor.
The Purdue University OWL is also a great resource
Citations:
Remember, you must use your course materials. These are not research papers.
Cite any page numbers from the textbook. Cite course notes by topic or date.
You should not use any internet tools, including generative AI or AI-editing software. If you need editing help, come to me, the Success Center Writing Tutors, or NetTutor on our course menu.