Civil+War+Persuasive+Essay

You will write a persuasive essay from either the **//proposition (FOR) or opposition (AGAINST)//** viewpoint for the following debate topic. The success of your essay will be determined by your ability to gather and organize supporting evidence for your reasoning (key terms, people, and main ideas), as well as being able to refute opposing arguments against your position. You have been learning about the many causes of the Civil War. Now is your opportunity to argue your case who was correct, the North or the South. The first thing you must do is read textbook pages 495-497 to understand the final straw that launched the nation into civil war.


 * Topic - The South was justified for leaving the Union.**

Think about: • Missouri Compromise • Compromise of 1850 • Kansas-Nebraska Act • Dred Scott Decision • Lincoln-Douglas Debates • The Election of 1860 • John Brown

You should start the writing process by creating an outline listing your thesis, 3 main topics, their supporting details, and conclusion. Do not start writing your essay until you create your outline.

MLA Format