Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Revolutionary War Assessment #2 - Thematic Essay

Due Date - November 1st, 2013

American Revolution Thematic Essay 

Historical Context:  
Following the end of the French and Indian War, most Americans were proud, loyal subjects of the British Empire.  During the twelve years that followed, a series of decisions by the British Parliament and King (George III) convinced many Americans that they should fight for their independence. 

Task: 
Choose THREE (3) events that occurred between 1763-1775, and for each event...
  • DISCUSS the historical background of the event.  You should use extensive facts, details, and outside information. 
  • EXPLAIN in your own words, how the event contributed to the colonists' decision to declare their independence from England 
You may use any major event from 1763-1775.  Some suggestions you might wish to consider include: 
  • Proclamation of 1763
  • Stamp Act
  • Townshend Acts
  • Boston Massacre
  • Tea Act/Boston Tea Party
  • Intolerable Acts
  • Battles of Lexington/Concord 
You are not limited to these suggestions.  

Guidelines: 
• All essays should be five paragraphs in length and include a well-organized introduction, body and 
conclusion.
• You must make an outline, and at least two drafts of your essay and staple your outline to the back of your essay. 
• All essays must include correct spelling, punctuation and grammar. 
• Please type your essay using 12 point font in either Times New Roman or Arial and double space. 
• You should use your notes to complete this assignment, no additional research is required.


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