Instruction
Thomas (HIST)**********
Topic for paper: Bacons Rebellion*******
Your paper must include the following:
****What is your opinion on the topic.
***What is the evidence for your viewpoint? Since, this is a history class; you will have to find concrete and reliable evidence for your viewpoint. You must have at least three primary sources and as many secondary sources as you like. You must use Chicago citation style. YOU MUST CITE YOUR SOURCES!
Summary: summarize your paper in the last paragraph. **************
******1)This short paper is at least 3 double-spaced pages of text (Times New Roman, font size 12) and you must consult a minimum of two academically credible sources. Bibliographies and citations will be in the Chicago Manual of Style format.*******************
2) If you use any of the information from your sources word-for-word, you must cite the source by using endnotes or footnotes. If you read the information and write it in your own words and it is not common knowledge, then you must cite the source because you are paraphrasing someone's information.********************
3)The short paper must include a cover page with your name, course number and course title, instructor's name, and date. You must also include a bibliography at the end of your paper. While composing your paper, use proper English. Do not use abbreviations, contractions, passive voice, or first/ second person (I, you, we, our, etc). Before submitting your paper, check your grammar and use spell check. Remember, the way you talk is not the way you write a paper.