Description
Based on the readings1 this week, what do you think are the most important similarities and differences between the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights? Consider the promises that are implicit in these documents. Do you think these promises have been fulfilled? Why or why not? Give an example to support your position.
Please review the discussion board guidlines before posting! These guidelines include proper use and citing of sources, as well as a coherent paragraph structure. Points will be deducted in these requirements are not met, so please be mindful of them. Thank you.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ORIGINAL RESPONSES:
Original responses are due on Saturday (by 11:59 pm) of the week they are assigned.
Original responses must include:
a clear thesis statement, which directly addresses the question posed and gives readers an indication of the argument you plan to make;
direct reference to the assigned materials (to illustrate your comprehension of the reading materials);
a body of factual examples/evidence that supports your thesis and develops your argument;
To be clear, you MUST reference the assigned materials using direct quotations, or cited, paraphrased passages, in order to receive full credit for your submission.
Responses that don’t have substantial and significant references to the assigned materials will receive a grade no higher than a D.
a coherent paragraph structure that emphasizes the main points of your argument and college-level English; and,
a succinct concluding paragraph.
In other words, you should have multiple paragraphs!
