Legacy of Augustus and his empire

1. Drafts must be minimum of 4 pages of clear organized paragraphs of subject matter text (10 points).
2. Drafts must have a thesis statement & paragraph topic sentences clearly highlighted (0 points)
3. Drafts must contain Chicago Style Citations for each quote, primary source and paraphrased text (6 points).
4. Draft must contain, analysis & reference the 4 primary sources selected from the Augustus text (4 points).
During his long reign of near-absolute power, Caesar Augustus established the Pax Romana, which gave Rome two hundred years of peace and social stability and established an empire that would endure for five centuries. Some regard Augustus as a reformer, others as a revolutionary
Based on your reading of the Western Civilization text and Ronald Mellor's, Augustus and the Creation of the Roman Empire answer the following essay prompt.
Essay prompt: Analyze the rise, achievements and legacy of Augustus and his empire. Examine the ways Augustus used the military, political changes, and the emperor himself to secure near- absolute power.
In your answer, identify at least four (4) primary source documents included in Augustus text that best represent the Augustus and best support your argument. Be sure to explain why these particular documents stand out from the others. Four primary source documents ___________, _____, _______ and ___________
• Address every question. Be sure to answer every question in the prompt. To avoid overlooking a question, it may help to use the prompt questions to organize your essay.
• Include an introduction. Lay out for your reader the organizational plan for the essay. State your main argument (thesis). You are encouraged to introduce the book in the first or second paragraph of your essay, so that your references are clear throughout.
• Think for yourself. Answer the questions with your own brainpower, in your own words. This is not a research paper assignment! The Western Civilization text and the readings on Blackboard are the only sources outside of the assigned book “Augustus and the Creation of the Roman Empire” that you may consult. Do NOT visit the Library or the internet for additional resources.
• Prove your point. Provide ample evidence to support your argument(s) by providing concrete examples and illustrations from your reading. Cite relevant events, assertions, passages, and page numbers. Be sure to make specific reference to and cite specific examples from your reading as evidence to support your answer. Essays must include at least four primary sources from the book.
• Avoid personal sentiments. Voice your view, but avoid using the first person and personal sentiments such as “I feel that...” or “I believe that...” Your essay should make an academic argument based on evidence, not opinion.
This assignment is intended to provoke critical thinking on your part. Answer the questions above by relying on your analysis of the history as presented in the book. Some helpful hints
follow:
Early Western Civilization Essay #1 Prompt – Online Augustus
• Write clearly and carefully. Does every sentence make sense? If you need help organizing your thoughts into words on paper, you are strongly encouraged to consult the on-campus tutoring or my office hours for assistance. Poor spelling, syntax, punctuation and grammar are often a sign of sloppiness and will weigh heavily against your grade. Take advantage of tools available within MS Word to grammar check & spellcheck the essay before submitting.
• Extra Credit. Students may earn 10% of the earned grade on the essay for visiting the tutoring centerand meeting with a writing tutor to discuss a draft of the essay. Tutoring appointments must be made in advance do not wait until the week the paper is due. (Example: Essay grade 75% +7.5% extra credit = Final Grade 82.5%) Written verification must be scanned and submitted with the essay. Late essays are not eligible for extra credit.
• Follow standard formatting. Your essay should be between 5 to 6 pages (not counting title & bibliography pages), typewritten (Times New Roman, 12-point font), double-spaced with 1-inch margins, Chicago Style citations.
• Citations. Required citation style is Chicago Style (footnotes). Chicago Style formatting guidelines are available on Blackboard. Essays submitted with MLA or any other citation style will receive a 10-point deduction. Essays must include citations to avoid plagiarism issues. Essays submitted without in-text citations or without "valid" citations will not be accepted and will receive zero points.