Paper instructions:
The essay is about the fall of the Aztec Empire. Last paragraph is about the first paragraph needs to be about the spread of disease, the second paragraph should be about the inequalities in technology/ military techniques, and the third needs to be about Moctezuma’s indecision
You are to write a composition of 5 paragraphs that explains which factor was the most significant in the downfall of the Aztec Empire. You must include the following information in your response.
Your written piece should follow this structure:
Introduction Paragraph
Briefly provide context (for example, hook readers with a fact or statistic about the Aztec empire or the conquistadors)
What is your opinion/response to the question (which factor was the most significant in the downfall of the Aztec Empire)
What areas will your address/explore in your response?
Why do you feel that your answer is the most significant?
Body Paragraphs (3)
Use a paragraph for each of the following areas
Malinche, Spread of Disease, Moctezuma’s indecision
Introduce how the area supports your opinion
Use statements that would convince someone of your point of view
Each statement must be followed up by facts/specific evidence from the course
**Your third body paragraph must include a counterargument (an argument that someone might use to invalidate your claim that your factor is the most significant)
Write a final sentence that connects the area to your opinion
Conclusion
Revisit your introduction paragraph
Re-answer the question
What is your opinion/response to the question
What areas did you address/explore in your response
Malinche, Spread of Disease, Moctezuma’s indecision
Why do you feel that your answer is the most significant?
