Overview
The final is comprised of one essay (approximately 3-4 pages). This is the equivalent of an in-class Blue Book examination in a Tuesday/Thursday class. It is open note, open book, and un-timed.
Along with each prompt, we have also given you 8 IDs/documents that should be used in answering the prompt. We will grade the essay based upon the logic and strength of your argument, inclusion of the IDs/document, organization of essay, grammar, and citations.
You should also use at least four primary documents as evidence
Essay Checklist
Be sure to:
Have a strong rule of three thesis statement
Use “Rule of Three” style
Use a minimum of 4 primary source documents as evidence
Use at least 4 IDs from the list above in your analysis
Have evidence/analysis from across the 1815-1860 time period
Discuss both uniting and dividing factors
Properly cite using footnotes in Turabian/Chicago style
Write 3-4 pages
the text to use is http://www.americanyawp.com/