Essay 2: Read Robert the Monk’s account of Pope Urban II’s call to crusade found on the Internet History Sourcebooks Project site at https://www.fordham.edu/halsall/source/urban2a.html. Why would Christians in the West be moved to embark on a dangerous journey to fight in the Holy Land after hearing Pope Urban’s speech at Clermont?
Focus A well-developed, specific, defensible, and relevant thesis is articulated. The thesis statement thoroughly and completely addresses the question posed. The thesis statement is highlighted in bold or italicized lettering.
Support Details in support of the thesis are well-chosen, explained, and connected to the argument. They are presented in a well-organized and lucid argument.
Subject Knowledge Student demonstrates an understanding of the primary source document and its place in the history of Western civilization.
Format A brief introduction and conclusion offer helpful summaries of the argument.
Mechanics Essay is the appropriate length (300-500 words), double spaced, and submitted in Word
Style Basics Grammar, spelling and writing style is appropriate to college level work.
