Primary Source Assignment #3 Instructions
Primary Source Assignment 3
1.
Choose ONE of the following documents
Reflections on the Missouri Question (1820) by John Quincy Adams
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President Jackson's Nullification Proclamation (1832)
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Declaration of Sentiments of the American Anti-Slavery Society
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Resistance to Civil Government (1849) by Henry David Thoreau
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2.
In a Word document, write 500-700 words about the document you chose, including the following:
Provide a historical context of the document – using the textbook or powerpoints, provide an understanding of what is going on in the time period
Provide a summary of the document, including the author(s) or any other important information
How does this document fit into the historical context?
3.
You are NOT ALLOWED to use outside sources for this assignment. You must use only the textbook, notes from the PowerPoint, and the document itself.
4.
Make sure to check your assignment for spelling and grammar.
