Directions: The goal of this summative assessment is to show that you can construct a historical
argument, and defend it using specific evidence. Using what you have learned about the era of Global
Conflict, and the notes and resources you have collected in class, you will construct an argumentative
essay about World War II. Your essay should include quotations or references to at least 5 sources,
including from notes, in-class readings and documents, as well as outside sources if necessary. All sources
should be cited at the end of your essay. Use the attached citation guide to help you.
Write a five-paragraph essay that answers the following question:
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"Was World War II inevitable, or could it have been prevented?"
argument, and defend it using specific evidence. Using what you have learned about the era of Global
Conflict, and the notes and resources you have collected in class, you will construct an argumentative
essay about World War II. Your essay should include quotations or references to at least 5 sources,
including from notes, in-class readings and documents, as well as outside sources if necessary. All sources
should be cited at the end of your essay. Use the attached citation guide to help you.
Write a five-paragraph essay that answers the following question:
I
"Was World War II inevitable, or could it have been prevented?"