History of the Americas II Paper
You will need to choose an influential person from 1920s U.S. history. You
will describe how this person helped shape this time period as well as how they
influenced future generations. This paper will be approximately 3 pages and
you will need at least 3 sources (at least 1 book). Make sure your topic allows
for the required length of the paper. Due 5/22/08
You will be graded on the following:
 Relevancy of thesis
 Thesis is arguable and provides clear direction
 Clear and complete introduction
 Organization and clarity throughout the paper
 Grammar and spelling
 Correct use of citations
 Clear and complete conclusion
 Support of thesis throughout paper
 Works cited page
 Correct format of paper – see MLA
History of the Americas II Paper
You will need to choose an influential person from 1920s U.S. history. You
will describe how this person helped shape this time period as well as how they
influenced future generations. This paper will be approximately 3 pages and
you will need at least 3 sources (at least 1 book). Make sure your topic allows
for the required length of the paper. Due 5/22/08
You will be graded on the following:
 Relevancy of thesis
 Thesis is arguable and provides clear direction
 Clear and complete introduction
 Organization and clarity throughout the paper
 Grammar and spelling
 Correct use of citations
 Clear and complete conclusion
 Support of thesis throughout paper
 Works cited page
 Correct format of paper – see MLA