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ASSIGNMENT 3: THE WRITING GUIDE (Prof. Stansbury; HIS105):

In your five paragraph essay using this Writing Guide, use the Schultz class text and at least two other sources that you select from list provided for the topic or from the university’s online library. (You must use the Schultz book; for the other sources—you must use the list or the library). You will use at least three sources for this paper. Note, you need to include a list of the Sources that you used at the end of your paper (next page below); also you must cite each of those sources in the body of your paper with short in-text citations. Be sure to review the instruction sheet for Assignment 3. Also, see the help sheet called “Sources and Tips for Assignment 3”. That help sheet also explains about length and provides other tips. [TIP—best practice—print out this two-page sheet and keep it handy to look at while you type your paper.]

Introduction

In your introduction section, include the information listed in the bullets below. Your introduction should be one paragraph in length:

Identify the two examples you will discuss—one from the Cold War period (1947–1990); another from the Post-Cold War period (1991-Present). Each example involves a strategic concern and a confrontation.
Inform the reader that you will be discussing the history and issues related to your examples as well as comparing the two examples.

HISTORY AND ISSUES

In two paragraphs: Describe briefly the background of your example from the Cold War period (1947–1990) of a strategic concern and confrontation. Establish the general time period, key leaders, and any outcome. Then, do the same for your Post-Cold War example (from 1991–Present).

COMPARISON

In your comparison paragraph, compare the different historical contexts and strategic concerns and the outcomes. What do you see as the strengths and weakness in each example?

CONCLUSION

In your conclusion paragraph, consider your examples as they illuminate today’s international issues and America’s role in the world. What lessons can we learn from these examples? How do you think we should approach the future strategically?

Sources