Read Lawrence Scott Sheets, 8 Pieces of Empire: A 20-Year Journey through the Soviet Collapse
Answer the following question in a one-page paper: Citing specific evidence from Sheets' 8 Pieces of Empire (not from the textbook), what were some of the common features/characteristics of the Soviet Union's break-up in the regions described by Sheets?
Before proceeding, you might wish to read the short notes on the Sheets book. Please also make sure that you have read the remarks by Professor Evans on the End of the Soviet Union. You may also want to check out the information in my online notes about the Geography of the Soviet Union.
Your paper must follow this format.
- must have brief introduction and conclusion paragraphs (each not to exceed three lines); the introduction must directly respond to the assignment question and identify your analysis/thesis points.
- font size 10 or 12 only
- one-inch margins
- double-spaced
- page number citations for your quoted evidence
- name, and only your name, at the top left of the paper
- not to exceed one (1) page
- You may consider submitting a draft of your assignment to your instructor for feedback before submitting the assignment for the grade. At times, you may be asked to rewrite your essay. This is done for your own benefit and will result in an improved grade.
Please take a moment to review Charlie's History Writing Center for specific information on the writing requirements for the assignments in the course. Please check this short explanation of what it means to cite historical evidence.
Your assignment should be submitted on Canvas.