You will now write your conclusions about the American colonies in a newspaper article entitled “What Life Is Really Like in the Colonies.” In this article, you will correct some of the inaccurate statements that were printed in the London Chronicle. Include the following in your article: an introductory paragraph that previews what is to follow and organizes ideas into broader categories. This should introduce the well-chosen facts, definitions, and quotations you may choose to incorporate as well.
an accurate description of two or three aspects of life in the colonies. Write one paragraph for each aspect. In your descriptions, include your own conclusions. Support them with information from the primary and secondary sources and your Reading Notes.
appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify relationships.
a formal historical narrative style with an objective tone.
precise language and social studies vocabulary.
a short concluding paragraph about your overall understanding of life in the colonies.