Essay Assignment: “What Is History?”

RULE #1: KEEP IT SIMPLE; AVOID BEING TOO VERBOSE

In a 3 page essay, write about what history is. Be sure to explain how we should look at a piece of literature on a historical event. Reflect on your notes and our class discussions. Then consider what we should pay attention to when reading a historical account and why.

Revision

In a 3 page essay, define history and explain how it is or is not always accurate. Illustrate what we should consider when reading a historical account and justify your point.

Your essay should include the following:

• An introduction with your definition of history
• A clearly written thesis statement that states your main point about what we should consider when reading a historical account
• Clearly supported body paragraphs with specific examples (from your reading and our class discussion) to justify your point.
• A conclusion that brings your reader back to your main point about what history is and what we need to be aware of when reading history