US History Part 2 – 1865 to present

• Pick a topic, then using at least three outside sources you will write an essay detailing a particular event, issue, community, conflict, or other topic in U.S. History from 1865-present. (BUT PLEASE DO NOT PICK FROM THE PRESENT DAYS, PICK FROM THE HISTORY)

Use at least five outside sources. Use Jstor.org from Library for articles. Or any reliable academic sources are fine.
Write 4 pages and additionally 1 page of citations.
FORMAT: Double spaced, 12 pt Times New Roman font, 1” margins

– Writing instructions: Use standard essay format:
● Introduction one or two paragraphs maximum – Explain your topic. Summarize it briefly and explain its importance. What is the main point you want to make about the significance of your topic? This is your THESIS. It should be the last sentence of the introduction.
● Body of Essay 1 pages – Back up your thesis. A good format is block out 1 paragraph per example that reinforces your thesis.
● Conclusion – 1 pages – Now that you’ve laid out the
evidence, connect the dots for the reader and then restate your thesis, showing that based on the evidence your thesis is true.

●Important tips: • Avoid using “I” phrases such as “I said” or “I think”.
• Stick to your thesis – You will see other connections that might be made, including to present day issues, but keep your writing focused on your objective – to prove your thesis.
• Make your introduction short and the point, the body is where you explain things in depth.