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Thematic Essay—Influence of Geography on the Roman Republic & Empire
Theme:
Geographic factors have influenced historical development and historical events
of nations and regions.
Task:
Explain how geography influenced the historical development and/or events of
the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire. (4 paragraph essay: 2
developments and/or events)
Brainstorm: What do you already know about this topic?
Outline:
I.
Introduction—Define theme & identify examples
A. Define theme:
B. 1st development/event with a geographic influence:
C. 2nd development/event with a geographic influence:
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II.
Body Paragraph—1st development/event with geographic influence
A. Define development/event:
B. Explain geographic influence:
C. Analyze the geographic influence on the development/event:
III.
Body Paragraph—2nd development/event with geographic influence
A. Define development/event:
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B. Explain geographic influence:
A. :
B.
C. Analyze the geographic influence on the development/event:
IV.
Conclusion—Restate theme & summarize evidence
A. Theme:
B. Summarize Development/Event #1:
C. Summarize Development/Event #2:
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