Apush Review The Thesis Statement Final

APUSH Thesis and Essay Writing
(LEQs)
First Thing You Should Do.

35 minutes total - Pick ONE of the two available prompts.
Suggestion : 5 - 8 minutes of planning , 27 - 30
minutes writing response.
Planning is identifying your position and supporting
evidence.
Read the prompt CAREFULLY.

underline the action words (what are you doing) and circle the
topic/themes (who,what, when, where).
Make sure you know what it is asking you to do Are you determining the effectiveness of something? - If yes,
CLEARLY STATE if it was or was not effective
Comparing and Contrasting? -Make sure to do both!
Analyzing? - Dont just list events, describe why they are
important and how they relate to other events
What is a thesis statement?

THE ITINERARY...INCLUDES YOUR FINAL DESTINATION!
1-2 sentences that states what your essay is about
defendable position in response to the prompt
Introductory Paragraph:
THE ROAD MAP...
At least 4-5 sentences long
Expounds/supports a thesis statement
Supporting Evidence:
THE STEP-BY-STEP DIRECTIONS - Body of the Essay...the historical
BREADCRUMBS to support your position.
Begin each paragraph with a topic sentence that relates to part of your
thesis/introductory paragraph.
Remember bring in scale/geographical reach, expound by tying in ESPN.
Conclude the essay by extending or (if need be) modifying the thesis
statement.
TIPS
Define historical terms!

Cash and Carry, Lend-Lease Act, etc.
Be careful of overgeneralizing
Dont use all, never, always etc.
Focus on sophisticated vocabulary

Instead of writing: says, states, shows, feels, etc
Use: demonstrates, portrays, depicts, illustrates,
symbolizes, exemplifies, articulates, etc.
Never, EVER use I or you
Instead of saying, As you can see, the causes of World War I were.
write:
The events contributing to the outbreak of World War I were
Sample Essay Topic #1

PROMPT: Analyze the factors that changed the
relationship between Britain and its colonies in
the aftermath of the French and Indian War.
Thesis statement:
In 1763, seeking revenue to help offset the costs of the Seven Years
War, the British took a more hands on approach to its colonies in
America, ending an era known as salutary neglect, which changed
the relationship between Britain and its colonies. Ultimately, this
was first of many factors that would begin the pathway to the
Revolutionary War.
Background Sentences: (setting the stage for the rest of the essay)
When the French and Indian War concluded, drastically changing
the makeup of North America. Great Britain extended its control of
the continent, and their enemy, the French, were removed.
However, the victory didnt eliminate problems for the English, but
instead led to new challenges.

PROMPT: How did westward expansion contribute
to tensions between the North and South? Confine
your answer to 1800 1850.
Thesis Statement:
Westward expansion caused domestic issues. As the US
gained territory, tensions began to develop between the
North and South regarding slavery in this newly acquired
land. Ultimately, this expansion helped propel the United
States towards Civil War in 1861.
Background Sentences:
The early to mid-19th century saw the United States expand
its borders at an unprecedented rate. Beginning with the
Louisiana Purchase, the US expanded from the Mississippi
River to the Pacific Ocean at the conclusion of the MexicanAmerican War.
PROMPT: Thomas Jefferson strictly interpreted the

Constitution throughout his political career. Assess the
validity of this statement.
Thesis Statement:
When Thomas Jefferson became President in 1801, he strictly interpreted
the Constitution. However, by the time of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803,
Thomas Jefferson gradually loosened his hold on strict interpretation, and
ultimately helped increase the power of the presidency by lessening his
strict interpretation..
Background Sentences:
In the newly formed government under the Constitution, Thomas Jefferson
strictly interpreted the constitution. He advocated that the government
could only do what the Constitution explicitly stated. When Alexander
Hamilton proposed the creation of the Bank of the United States, Secretary
of State Thomas Jefferson was an outspoken critic, claiming the creation of
the Bank was beyond the powers of the federal government.

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APUSH Thesis and Essay Writing

First Thing You Should Do.

Read the prompt CAREFULLY.

What is a thesis statement?

Define historical terms!

Focus on sophisticated vocabulary

Sample Essay Topic #1

Sample Essay Topic #2

Sample Essay Topic #3

PROMPT: Thomas Jefferson strictly interpreted the

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