The Process
Step 1: Watch this short YouTube video for a little background information on the division of the states.
Step 2: View the references on the three main issues to determine your claim of what was the main cause to the Civil War.
Step 3: Create a claim
Choose ONE of three options:
1. The main cause of the Civil War was the failure of political compromises.
2. The main cause of the Civil War was the difference in the North and South Economies.
3. The main cause of the Civil War was the issues over Slavery.
1. The main cause of the Civil War was the failure of political compromises.
2. The main cause of the Civil War was the difference in the North and South Economies.
3. The main cause of the Civil War was the issues over Slavery.
Step 4: Creation
The creation needs to be at least 3 paragraphs.
- The creation needs to have a stated claim with support for the claim.
- The essay must flow and not confuse the reader.
- The essay must have correct citation.