Assessment For your module project, you will argue your position on the following statement
"World War II was a continuation of World War I."
Then you will create a two to five paragraph response supporting your position with logical
arguments. Take time to view this tutorial on argument writing to help prepare your response.
Step 1: Determine Your Position
Decide whether you will argue for or against the Don October 25, 1936, Germany and Italy
statement "World War II was a continuation of World formed a partnership by signing the Rome-Berlin
War 1. Think about and analyze the causes, course,
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and consequences of both World War I and World
War II Focus on the effects of World War I and the causes of World War II when determining your
position
Step 2: Plan Your Argument
Remember that a good response is one that incorporates a strong thesis (also called a position,
stance, or claim) logical arguments that support your thesis, and a conclusion that ties your ideas
together. Before you write out your arguments, organize your thoughts. You can use the Argument
Writing Outline Template to guide you
Step 3: Write Your Argument
Use your outline to write your arguments. Your final submission must include:
• at least two to five paragraphs
• a thesis (position/stance) on whether World War II was a continuation of World War
or not
· supportive details from both World War I and World War II that build logical
arguments for your thesis
• use of formal writing style (ie, write in the third person, avoid statements that use "1"
use formal language, avoid slang)
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