Modern World History: Sophomore Term Paper

Modern World History: Sophomore Term Paper

DUE:___________________
In order to receive a passing grade in this course, students must complete a research paper. The paper must be at least 3 pages long, not including the title page, works cited, or the use of graphs or pictures. It is expected that all papers will be of a quality befitting that of students in their sophomore year. Proper MLA citation form (in-text citation, works cited page, & title page) must be used. Papers not using proper citation form will receive a failing grade. Papers must be carefully proofread and edited. All papers must be typed,12-pt Times New Roman font, double-spaced, & have one-inch margins.

Topic: A Turning Point in World History
Many famous people and famous events have helped shape the world into what it is today. Their contributions may be different, but the impact each has had on the world is important. For this assignment, you will choose a famous person, famous event, or famous trend in World history to research (with instructor approval). This person, event, or trend must have been important enough to significantly impact world culture. Your person, event, or trend had to occur BEFORE YOU WERE BORN. Only one person may select any given research topic per class. No one in your class will be doing the same thing you are doing.
Topic due date: _______________
Cover Page and Introduction Due Date: ______________

REMEMBER TO USE PROPER MLA CITATION. If you need more information, resources, or help with MLA citation, please visit the Cal High Library or the following websites:
MLA Format Website
https://style.mla.org/
Purdue Online Writing Lab:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/purdue_owl.html
Bibme
http://www.bibme.org/mla