The location of ancient civilizations impacted not only their success or failure but also the way in which they developed. Discuss the impact of geography in the development of one of the ancient civilizations.
Although Athens and Sparta were both Greek city-states, each demonstrated very different characteristics. Examine the development of either Sparta or Athens and the differing values that enabled them to succeed.
Although both Greek city-states, Sparta and Athens developed in unique ways. Compare Sparta and Athens.
Describe the strengths of the Roman Civilization and how they contributed to the overall development of the Roman Civilization.
The Roman Civilization developed in stages. Analyze the rise and fall of the Roman Civilization.
Roman civilization expanded throughout three continents. Discuss the impact of Roman civilization on other cultures and civilization leading to possible influences even today.
Essay should be about 300-500 words, written in ink. Can write on the back side of paper if ink does not leak through. May use outline that does not contain notes like facts and details or complete sentences but rather is used as a road map to write. Must turn in outline even if you can't use it.
I. Introduction
A. General background information (about 2-3 sentences)
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B. Thesis statement (Three ways that , , , )
A. General Category of proof (will be different than what is written in II.)
1. fact to prove point of discussion
2. fact to prove point of discussion
B. General Category of proof
1. fact to prove point of discussion
2. fact to prove point of discussion
C. Conclusion and transition to next point (Make Your point)
III. I.B.2
A. General Category of proof
1. fact to prove point of discussion
2. fact to prove point of discussion
B. General Category of proof
1. fact to prove point of discussion
2. fact to prove point of discussion
C. Conclusion and transition to next point (Make Your point)
IV. I.B.3
A. General Category of proof
1. fact to prove point of discussion
2. fact to prove point of discussion
B. General Category of proof
1. fact to prove point of discussion
2. fact to prove point of discussion
C. Conclusion and transition to next point (Make Your point)
V. Re-state or re-phrase thesis statement. (Tie all your points together and make overall point)
A. Resolve issues
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B. Extend
Do not use I, or I feel, or I think, or as I said. Do not say In conclusion, or as I have shown or as I have proven. Points will be deducted if any of these phrases are used. Do not tell me what is going to be discussed or what the essay is about just write the essay. Do not repeat the prompt in the introduction. Must have a thesis statement. Turn in your outline with your essay. The outline cannot have specific dates, or facts. Do not write sentences in your outline.