Internet Activity from Civil Disobedience Due 10/21/11

Internet Activity
from Civil Disobedience, Henry David ThoreauWrite a Position Paper on Manifest Destiny
Civil Disobedience reflects Henry David Thoreau's opposition to the Mexican American War (1846–1848). Many people in power in the United States at the time regarded territorial expansion as a religious and ethical responsibility. This attitude was known as manifest destiny.

Use the key words below to further explore the Mexican American War and to understand the concept of manifest destiny. Then write a position paper in which you express your opinion of manifest destiny.

Key Words:

the U.S. Mexican War
index on manifest destiny
Collect information that supports or opposes the ideas inherent in manifest destiny and territorial expansion in the nineteenth century. Then, write a position paper in which you attempt to persuade readers to accept your views on manifest destiny and the Mexican American War. Begin by stating your position, and then address any arguments against it. By refuting opposing views, you will make your argument stronger. Be sure your paper includes adequate support in the form of examples, quotations, and historical data. Present your speech to your American literature or history class.



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