Essential Question: How did the Spanish government use religion to further their efforts to colonize the
Americas?
Format: 5-7 pages, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font; standard 1.25-inch margins
Sources: You must analyze and reference at least one source from our syllabus (I will provide this) and at least
two scholarly secondary sources you find on your own. You are welcome to use more than three sources, but
all sources must be scholarly.
Grading Criteria:
1. Argumentation (40 points): student offers a clear thesis that is argued consistently and effectively throughout
the assignment
2. Evidence (30 points): student effectively integrates and analyzes evidence from appropriate primary and
secondary source material
3. Structure and Writing (20 points): assignment has a coherent organization with introduction, body
paragraphs, and a brief conclusion. It is written in clear, concise prose.
4. Citations and Mechanics (10 points): essay uses proper citation format and follows assignment instructions
regarding page numbers, length, and other mechanics.