Native Americans (first settlers) from 1607 to 1877.
Final Paper.Defining what constitutes the American nation, historically, is more difficult than it might at first seem. As the country grew more democratic, one of the central problems to be resolved was determining which groups constituted “of the people” that the government would represent. Should it include all persons, or only white men? The term “the people,” evolved as the America grew and expanded.For this paper, you will explore the complicated nature of the American nation from 1607 to 1877 by focusing on one group during two periods of time, while examining how their changing roles reflected the limitations and contradictions of the term “of the people.” You will use the group and time periods that you chose in the Week 2 Assignment.The paper must be five to seven pages in length (excluding title and reference pages) and formatted according to SPA style. You must use at least four scholarly sources, two for each period of time, other than the textbook to support your argument, all of which must come from the Ash ford University Library. You also must include two primary sources that you can also find in the Ash ford University Library. Cite your resources in text and on the reference page. For information regarding SPA samples and tutorials, visit the Ash ford Writing Center, located within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar.Writing the Final Paper.The Final Paper:Must be five to seven double-spaced pages in length (excluding title and reference pages), and formatted according to SPA style as outlined in the Ash ford Writing Center.Must include a title page with the following:Title of paper Student’s name.Course name and number Instructor’s name Date submitted Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.Must use at least four scholarly sources, two for each period chosen, all of which must come from the Ash ford University Library.Must use two primary sources, which must come from Ash ford University Library.Must document all sources in SPA style, as outlined in the Ash ford Writing Center.Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to SPA style as outlined in the Ash ford Writing Center.
