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The long essay would be a traditional essay that typically five paragraphs long. The first paragraph should introduce the topic and state the student's position / answer to the question. It should contain between three-five (3-5) complete sentences, including the thesis statement for the essay. The second, third, and fourth paragraphs are the body paragraphs.

Each body paragraph should contain between three-five (3-5) sentences, including the topic sentence (first sentence of the body paragraph, states a main point that supports the thesis) and at least two-three (2-3) specific examples per main point. The fifth and final paragraph should begin with a restatement of the thesis. It should be three-five (3-5) complete sentences, and include a brief summary/conclusion of the student's answer to the essay question.

It is essential, particularly in the survey courses, for students to provide cites and footnotes for their work in untimed exams. Citations must adhere to the Chicago Style format but perfection is not expected. An example of common citations are included on pages four and five of this edition.

1. Does Lincoln deserve credit as "the Great Emancipator"? Why or why not?

2. Compare and Contrast Colonial and American slavery. Describing the conditions, treatment, laws and punishments of slaves in each of these societies. Remember Colonial slavery consisted of British, French and Spanish slavery in America.

Remember to be detailed in your answer..give key facts, people and events to help support your answer.

3. Identify and describe an African American individual who had an impact on the African American community before 1880.

4. Identify and describe in detail one event before 1877 in African American history that had a profound effect on African Americans.

4 questions need to be answer, Citations must adhere to the Chicago Style format