The history we have discussed this semester is usually shaped by large scale trends and forces. However, you are to select one major event in World History that occurred between 1492 and 1815, and argue the following:
What was this event? When, where, among who, and how did it occur?
What were the major consequences of this event in the following history of the civilization in which it occurred?
Why is this one of the most important events in world history?
Note that you do not necessarily need to answer these questions in this order.
Essay Requirements:
*4* pages minimum, not including the required Works Cited page
Double spaced, Times New Roman, 12pt. font, 1 inch margins.
Include your name, the class, the date, and your title at the top.
Use sources provided in class. (Textbook, videos, lecture materials, discussion materials)
All sources must be cited in-text, use MLA format. Include a Works Cited list (not included in page count)
You must cite sources, at least one per body paragraphs.
Plagiarism results in an automatic zero.
You will be graded by the Rubric posted on this site and reviewed in class.