Ronald Reagan Paper and PowerPoint

PART ONE

Explain why Ronald Reagan is important and what he represents about American history and American identity.

Your essay should consider the following questions:

• What did Ronald Reagan do that was important or influential and how did he  help change the nation?
• How did Reagan interact with the wider world?
• What obstacles Reagan have to overcome?
• How did Reagan handle or manage the contrasts and contradictions they faced?
• Did Reagan leave any problems unsolved?

PAPER REQUIREMENTS

• Must contain a clear thesis statement, or claim, that is supported by the evidence you present
• APA FORMAT
• Must be double-spaced in 12-point Times New Roman type
• 2 PAGERS
• Include headings, per APA guidelines
• REFERENCE PAGE (3 SOURCES)

PART TWO

Create a visual presentation that illustrates your portrayal of the “long” twentieth century and the struggles and triumphs of Ronald Reagan.

POWERPOINT REQUIREMENTS

• Should illustrate the significance of Ronald Reagan and his impact on history
• Include a final reference page with sources used (2 references) can be same used for paper
• 3 slides
• APA FORMAT
• Within the context of each person, your slide show should offer at least two different types of media.
• Each image should include a caption, source, and text or an audio track describing the image.