Identification of Passages: Clearly identify the passages you are analyzing at the beginning of your essay.

Assignment Instructions for Final Essays:

Objective:

For this assignment, For this assignment, we are required to complete two essays, selecting one topic from Prompt A and another from Prompt B. Each essay should be between 750 and 800 words.

Structure and Selection:

1. Prompts: You have three topic choices within both Prompt A and Prompt B. Select one topic from Prompt A and one from Prompt B to write each of your essays.

2. Separate Files: Submit each essay as a separate document. Label each file clearly with the prompt and topic choice (e.g., “Prompt A – Topic 1” and “Prompt B – Topic 2”).

Content Requirements:

1. Analysis of Primary Sources: Focus your analysis on the primary sources relevant to the topic you have chosen. Include at least three primary passages from these sources to support your argument.
2. Identification of Passages: Clearly identify the passages you are analyzing at the beginning of your essay. This can be done by quoting a brief excerpt or describing the passage succinctly.
3. Thesis Development: Construct a solid thesis statement for each essay, supported by evidence from the primary sources.
4. Citations: Employ footnotes for citations, emphasizing the primary sources. Refrain from additional research as it is discouraged.
5. Quotations: Utilize direct quotations effectively and sparingly. Ensure they add value to your argument without overwhelming your word count.

Additional Guidelines:

• Ensure your analysis is thorough, focusing on depth over breadth. Each paragraph should clearly support your thesis.
• Maintain a coherent structure and logical flow of ideas in each essay.
• Adhere to the word limit to keep your writing concise and focused.