Unit 3: Rise and Fall of Rome Assignment

HIS101 – World Civilizations I

Due: by 11:59pm EST on Sunday at the end of Unit 3

The rise and fall of the Roman Empire are pivotal events in human history. Identify three factors that led to Rome’s rise and three factors that led to its fall. Your paper should be 2-3 pages in length in proper APA format while citing a minimum of 3 sources. Ensure you properly organize your essay including an introduction with thesis statement and a conclusion.

Students: Be sure to read the criteria, by which your paper will be evaluated, before you write, and again after you write.

Evaluation Rubric for Rise and Fall of Rome Assignment

CRITERIA

Deficient

Proficient

Exemplary

Thesis

No thesis or unclear or incomplete and does not demonstrate an understanding of social studies concepts.

0-1 Point

Weak, inadequately developed, and marginally demonstrates an understanding of social studies concepts.

2-3 Points

Clear, well-developed, and demonstrates an understanding of social studies concepts.

4-5 Points

Rise of Rome: 3 Factors

Lacks specific, credible, and relevant support OR may include evidence without analysis for the rise of the Roman Empire.

0-10 Points

Minimally supported with specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Provided minimal analysis for the rise of the Roman Empire.

11-20 Points

Well supported with a broad spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Analysis of the factors for the rise of the Roman Empire shows depth.

21-30 Points

Fall of Rome: 3 Factors

Lacks specific, credible, and relevant support OR may include evidence without analysis for the fall of the Roman Empire.

0-10 Points

Minimally supported with specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Provided minimal analysis for the fall of the Roman Empire.

11-20 Points

Well supported with a broad spectrum of specific, credible, and relevant evidence. Analysis of the factors for the fall of the Roman Empire shows depth.

21-30 Points

Clear and Professional Writing and Format

Errors impede professional presentation; guidelines not followed.

0-6 Points

Few errors that do not impede professional presentation.

7-13 Points

Writing and format is clear, professional, APA compliant, and error free.

14-20 Points

Total

85 Points