TOPIC:

What does the fall of an empire mean? When an empire falls, is there a radical shift in religion? Discuss the continuity and/or change resulting from Spanish conquest of the Americas (Aztecs and Incas)

COMPONENTS:

Thesis & outline: You must include:

1.      A thesis statement: one or two sentences which summarize your paper's argument, and are complex, well-connected, and detailed

2.      An outline of the major points of your paper.

3.      You must attach your TWO PRIMARY SOURCES: one text and one image.

ASSIGNMENT: Construct and clearly present your argument using historical evidence. To achieve this goal, you must use at least TWO PRIMARY SOURCES-one textual and one visual. The only secondary sources you are allowed to use are the textbook (Judge), class discussions, and museum wall-labels, all of which must be properly cited.