Essay Writing Guidelines for DBQ

The video tutorial guides students on how to complete the American Civil War DBQ essay. It covers accessing the essay, structuring it into an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The introduction should describe the pre-Civil War era and the issue of slavery. Body paragraphs should discuss reasons for Southern secession, such as Lincoln's presidency and economic differences. Students are advised to use historical documents to support their arguments and format their essays correctly. The tutorial concludes with a summary of key points and encourages students to reach out with questions.

What is the first step to access the American Civil War DBQ essay assignment?

• Download the assignment from the school website

• Go to the classwork section and scroll to chapter 21

• Open the email from the teacher

• Ask a classmate for the assignment link

What should the introduction paragraph of the essay describe?

• The outcome of the Civil War

• The American pre-Civil War era and the issue of slavery

• The role of Abraham Lincoln in the Civil War

• The economic differences between the North and South

What should you do if you need more information while writing the essay?

• Skip the difficult parts

• Ask a classmate for help

• Search online for resources

• Consult the DBQ packet

How many body paragraphs should the essay contain?

• Four

• Five

• Three

• Two

Which of the following is NOT a talking point for the essay?

• Economic differences between the North and South

• Slavery

• The role of women in the Civil War

• Abraham Lincoln's presidency

What is the purpose of using documents in the essay?

• To fill up space

• To provide evidence and support for your arguments

• To make the essay look more professional

• To confuse the reader

Which document discusses Abraham Lincoln's election as President?

• Document 1

• Document 3

• Document 7

• Document 5

What should you do to ensure your essay is double-spaced?

• Use the tab key

• Press enter twice after each sentence

• Use the line and paragraph spacing tool

• Write the essay in a larger font

What is the minimum number of sentences each paragraph should have?

• Three

• Seven

• Five

• Ten

What should you include in your introduction paragraph?

• A list of all documents used

• A summary of the entire essay

• Three reasons why the southern states left

• A detailed analysis of the Civil War