Pick one (1) issue from current events (today’s or very recent news) and trace that event backwards to find its origin in class material. Your essay should follow standard argument format: introductory paragraph (states thesis, provides context); body (specific points to support your thesis); concluding paragraph (restates thesis, summarizes argument). Your intro should explain the event and state your thesis, and the body of your essay is where you trace your issue/event backwards. Demonstrate that you understand connections and cause/consequences. Like your first writing assignment, write as if your reader knows nothing about history. Be explicit and specific. Learn from the experience of Writing Assignment 1. All you need for this assignment is a reputable news source (see below) and your textbook and assigned readings. No outside sources may be used without professor’s approval (email me if you find a source you really like, and I will evaluate its appropriateness). Reputable news sources: BBC News: https://www.bbc.com/news The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/us The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/ CNN: https://www.cnn.com/ Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/ New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/
