Graded assignment
two revolutions
prompt: in a compare and contrast essay analyze the similarities and differences of the american and french revolutions.
points: 50
due date: march 2, 2018
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• the french revolution began less than two decades after the american revolution. in many ways, the american experience was an inspiration for the citizens of france. but the people of the two countries had different situations and had different concerns, which influenced the way each revolution began, progressed, and ended. in this assignment you will write an essay that compares and contrasts the two revolutions.
in your essay, include information on the economic, political, or social conditions that were present; events that took place as each revolution progressed; and the final outcome of each. did the people achieve their original goals? did their goals change? were they satisfied with the outcome or did conditions worsen?
to begin, use the vin diagram below consider the characteristics of each country, such as the following:
• the status of ordinary citizens before the revolution
• the type of government in place
• the ability of the citizens to participate in their governance
• the people who stepped forward as leaders
• the taxes, laws, or social structure in place at the time
• the outcome of the revolution compared to its original goals
the on a clean word document (you will lose points if you turn in your answers on this document) write your four paragraph essay.
paragraph 1 introduction with thesis statement (5+ sentences)
have a hook or interesting fact, summarize your main points.
paragraph 2 compare and contrast causes and goals of the american and french revolutions (5+ sentences)
be sure to state how they were similar and how they were different
paragraph 3 compare and contrast events and outcomes of the american and french revolutions (5+ sentences)
be sure to state how they were the same and how they were different
paragraph 4 conclusion with restatement of thesis statement (5+ sentences)
recap of your main points, final thoughts, what you thought was most important, conclusions that you drew.