Essay 2 – Additional Reading

Writing Assignment for Essay 2

Read the two articles and discuss the different views of the Ku Klux Klan presented by them. How accurate is the picture of the Ku Klux Klan presented by the article Rank and File Radicalism within the Ku Klux Klan of the 1920’s? 

Be very detailed and specific in your essay and be sure to follow all writing guidelines and conventions that have been established for this course.

Length: 2-3 pages; please keep the essay to no more than 3 pages. Format: Doubled-spaced, typed, font in Times New Roman or Arial, size 12. 1-inch margins all around. Written work for this course is to be submitted only in either Microsoft Word (.doc) or Rich Text Format (.rtf).
Why an essay? Students will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of historical inquiry and writing. Reading is a significant part of any historical project. Students selecting an essay topic are also encouraged to use an additional source or two to enhance the experience. Please do not cite the textbook and online reference sources Wikipedia and Britannica, Infoplease, Sparknotes, Answers.com, Ask.com, et cetera. Make use of the online readings posted on the Calendar, supplemental materials posted in the session folders, or journal articles, government documents, newspapers, magazines, and books available through Ivy Tech Library’s Discover! Links to an external site.or print sources at your local library.