Latin American History
Essay Assignment
Question: Compare and contrast the independence movements (and their immediate aftermath) in Latin America and North America? How and why was the independence movement more successful in North America, which paved the way for a more stable system of government? What factors made similar success in Latin America unobtainable?
Sources: Please make effective use of class texts and Canvas resources, as well as up to three outside scholarly sources.
Particulars:
Please use Chicago endnote or footnote citations. Citations do not count as your total page count.
Your paper should be 3-4 pages, and no longer than 5.
Quality writing matters. Strive to be as clear and precise as possible.
Avoid block quotes. Quote only when absolutely necessary to reinforce a pivotal point. It’s always better to quote primary sources.
This work should be yours and yours alone. Please do not do anything that would compromise your academic integrity.
Due Dates
First draft: Monday, Dec. 13, 2021 to Canvas. (35-points)
Final draft: Thursday, Jan. 13 2022 to Canvas (65-points)
Suggestions: I suggest making use of Latin American Voices, which provides a number of great primary sources. We haven’t used it as much this year, but here is a great opportunity to dive in. You might also check out Brimmer and May School’s library database, which provides great online resources, including JStor. You’re also encourage to visit your local library. Yes, printed books are still useful.