Watch the following video and then complete the directions below:

History vs. Andrew Jackson (Webpage)

    1. For this Competency Assessment you will be asked a discussion question. After reading the question, create an outline for an essay answering the question, including a thesis and 3 main body paragraphs.

    2. Be sure to include the specific supporting evidence you would use. Indicate where you would use them, and cite them in a reference list following APA (Webpage) guidelines.

    3. Refer to the History Writing Essentials (Google Doc) for the the guidelines and expectations associated with writing historical essays.

    Question:

    Did Andrew Jackson's presidency truly increase democracy in America?

    **This Competency Assessment will provide you valuable practice in preparation for the Credit Unit Assessment.**