Western Civilization History

 The paper is to be ten (10) pages in length. It must be based on primary source research.  Three (3) different primary sources must be incorporated into the paper.  A primary source is typically a contemporaneous account of the events described. The research paper may focus on any topic covered in the course and survey period.  It should try to explore, contrast and comprehensively analyze the selected issue as a proposition.(For example: Was the Augustan Principate a continuation of the oligarchic Republic or a radical departure from the Roman system and how?) Students should provide footnotes and a full bibliography. You may not cite Wikipedia or the textbook in bibliography.  Students may use the research and annotation style of their choosing, as long as it is consistent throughout. Students will be graded on the originality of argumentation, thoroughness in research and presentation. Students should focus on primary sources whenever possible.