This paper should represent a position that you are taking on a controversial historical topic in western civilization from 1300 to 1815. Select a controversial topic of your choice and define the time period, the people, and most importantly your position. Your grade will depend on how well you make your argument with the evidence that you site. While your personal knowledge may be extensive you must support any statement of fact with a source. I do not want a comprehensive narrative of a historical time period or event. You cannot use the topics from the Taking Sides text.
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The review must be between six to ten pages in length (not counting the title page,the abstract, and the bibliography), double-spaced, margins no more than one inch, and using Times New Roman 12 point font.
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The title page needs to have the following information: Your Name, Class Name, Date, and Title of the Paper
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Abstract - This is brief outline, no more than two paragraphs, of your position and conclusion. Place this on a page of its own between the Title page and the body of the paper.
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Position - Clearly state your position on the topic you have chosen. This does not have to be a long statement. Make it stand out. If I can not find your position on the topic all of the rest of the paper will fail.
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Explanation - Answer the following questions:
A. When and where did this occur?
B. Whyisthisimportanttowesterncivilizationtoday? C. Whyisthisimportanttoyou?
C. Who were the major players?
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Defense - Using source materials defend your position. This is the bulk of the assignment. All of your statements need to support your position.
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Conclusion - This is a summary of your position and why you are right. This is the most important part of the paper.
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Bibliography - Use at least three sources. Two must be books. Journal articles, books, and any primary sources should be used first.