Research Question:

Why do revolutions fail? 

Instructions:

Using your text and scholarly outside resources, research the following revolutions:
-French Revolution
-American Revolution
-Revolutions of 1848
-Russian Revolution
For each revolution provide a 2-3 paragraph overview of the revolution, and in an additional 2-3 paragraphs explain why the revolution was successful or why it failed. 
Cite 2 works of art for each revolution.  Include images in an appendix, NOT in the body of the paper.
Format your paper according to MLA or APA guidelines, including appropriate headings that differentiate between the three sections of your paper.
Include at least two sources in addition to the textbook.
Resources:

For help with MLA formatting: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/24/ (Links to an external site.)

For help with APA formatting: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ (Links to an external site.)

For help with citing, paraphrasing, and not plagiarism: http://en.writecheck.com/ways-to-avoid-plagiarism/ (Links to an external site.)

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How to get an A:

Thoroughly address the prompt.
-Make sure your paper meets the minimum page length.
-Proofread for errors.
-Make sure your paper provides an in-depth analysis of why each revolution succeeded or failed.
-Make sure you provide a satisfactory background of each revolution.
-Make sure your paper makes sense!
-Write in an academic tone.
-Correctly cite all paraphrased and quoted material.
-Include your own analysis supported by the text and outside resources.
-Visit the writing center for help and tips on revising your work.