History Need Essay at least 3 pages plus 5 works cited at least;Prompt: Analyze, identify and discuss elements and experiences that define the character of America using three of the following topics:political, economic, religious, social, intellectual, a
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the_american_character_final_prompt.pptxThe American Character
Final Essay
Prompt
Analyze, identify and discuss elements and experiences that define the character of America using three of the following topics
political, economic, religious, social, intellectual, and artistic
Using anything from our class (use elements from English III as well) and research, you will synthesize elements to create an essay answering the prompt.
Please think historically and find content (names, events, statistics, quotes) that support your thesis.
You may pull items of content from any theme (Democracy/Nationalism, Equality, Power) but focus primarily on the last theme of Character.
The essay will be worth 45 points (See rubric)
Create a works cited page of 3-5 sources
Due on 5/16 and 5/17
Political: Backlash against hypocrisy
Economic: consumerism and wealth
Social: Acute focus on individual freedom/accomplishment
Sample Thesis
Thesis: Although there are a plurality of traits and features that have shaped the modern American character such as religion and innovation, our political backlash against hypocrisy through actions of rebellion transformed our democracy. Economically, there is a focus towards consumerism and wealth which has been paralleled with a social focus on individual freedom and accomplishment. Thus rebelliousness, consumerism and individual freedom have been the most integral in shaping our character.
