HW

Topic: The Olive Branch Petition of 1775

The document is about a historical document or event that played an important role in the establishment of our nation. The document should be written for the benefit of someone who has never studied the American Revolution. The document should attempt to address the influence that the Olive Branch Petition had on its beginning. Document should be limited to 1,500 words, excluding citations, and should be typed with double spacing and one-inch margins. All quotations or paraphrases must be appropriately cited in footnotes.

Grading will be on the following criteria:

Originality: freshness and unique application of knowledge of the topic.

Organization: structure of the document, arrangement of the ideas and information in logical sequence, and effective transition between key points.

Development: appropriate use of supporting materials and effective application of historical context.

Style: grammar, choice and arrangement of words, clarity, and overall logic and flow.

Topic: The Olive Branch Petition of 1775

The document is about a historical document or event that played an important role in the establishment of our nation. The document should be written for the benefit of someone who has never studied the American Revolution. The document should attempt to address the influence that the Olive Branch Petition had on its beginning. Document should be limited to 1,500 words, excluding citations, and should be typed with double spacing and one-inch margins. All quotations or paraphrases must be appropriately cited in footnotes.

Grading will be on the following criteria:

Originality: freshness and unique application of knowledge of the topic.

Organization: structure of the document, arrangement of the ideas and information in logical sequence, and effective transition between key points.

Development: appropriate use of supporting materials and effective application of historical context.

Style: grammar, choice and arrangement of words, clarity, and overall logic and flow.