Alexander Hamilton and black lives matter
Directions:
Select a topic from the list provided. Prepare a 250-word proposal that states what you wish to write on and why.
Have at least one primary source; therefore, a minimum of four sources should be listed on your Works Cited page. The body of the paper must be a minimum of 1500 words.
This word count does not include the title page and Works Cited page. You must also include a typed title page and typed Works Cited page with your final draft.
Form:
You should follow the MLA format when writing and typing your paper.
This form includes parenthetical documentation and a Works Cited page.
This form is discussed in the textbook.
You may also find links in MLA format on the DSC Derrell Roberts Library Homepage.
Cover Sheet title of paper, course, and section number , your name and the date
Body of Paper 1500 words typed, name and page in upper right
Works Cited alphabetical list of critical books
used, hanging indent
To Begin:
Read some on the subjects, and select a topic
Read some more and write a topic
Write your rough draft
Do more research, if necessary
Revise and write another rough draft
Organize and write your Works Cited page
Proofread and make final editing corrections
Research Paper Topics
What is the historical or cultural significance of Hamilton? Identify what was
happening in (American) life or society at the time that the work was written and how that contributed to the work.
Research reactions to the piece when it was first published and contrast them to reactions today.
Identify an issue you’d like to learn more about related to Hamilton:
* Author’s biography, culture, and history
* Issues of theme, symbolism, pattern—Choose one
* Representation of immigrants or women
* Issues of definition (satisfied, helpless)
* Symbolism (the room where it happens, time, my shot, etc.)—Choose one
* Hamilton and writing
* Historical accuracy
* Hamilton and Black Lives Matter
Compare and/or contrast a character from Hamilton with any other character we’ve read this semester.
Compare and/or contrast a character from Hamilton and the actual person he/she was based on.
