Your main posting this week is a short essay. Typically, a short essay has an introductory paragraph, three paragraphs or so of main points with supporting evidence, and a concluding paragraph. See the grading guide in the Toolbox tab for more details.
Choose ONE of the following topics for your main discussion posting for the week. Remember to provide a reference if you used a source other than your textbook for information. Also, remember not to copy and paste from any sources – summarize and analyze in your own words.
Our text describes the election of 1860 as a revolution and then the year 1861 as a counter-revolution. What is a revolution? Does this election meet the criteria for a revolution?
The upper South faced crucial decisions as secession moved to war. What key factors influenced the decisions in key states?
Lincoln is looked at today as a masterful politician. What political tactics did he use and decisions did he make to set the stage for the Emancipation Proclamation?
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