Question Description
you will write an essay outlining a major turning point in world history up to the 16th century. You will choose a turning point that, in your opinion, had the biggest effect on ushering in the early modern period. Your essay should be an argumentative essay indicating why this event was such an important turning point. Events you can choose from include: the Renaissance, the Reformation, the colliding worlds of Africans, Europeans, and Native Americans in the Americas, the Black Death, the Scientific Revolution, the invention of the printing press, the rise of Universities, the fall of Constantinople, or feel free to research your own topic. Use MLA format and examples from the reading, course material and outside sources to support your ideas. Your essay should be a minimum of two pages (not including references or title page).