Short Research Paper 4-5 pages double-spaced pages, 1,400 word minimum, in your own words.
The research paper is a standard research paper on a topic connected to Hispanic American/Latino American or immigration history. It must include the answers to the following questions: What happened? Who was involved? What effect did the events have on the Hispanic/Latino group or groups involved, or group(s) in question? What was the significance of the event or issue you are discussing? Did it have any repercussions or effects? What were they? Explain. What is your opinion on the matter? Explain.
The Paper must have a central thesis which is backed by the information you provide.
Use both primary and secondary materials. Do not forget to cite your sources, especially when using quotations or paraphrasing. Up to 25% of your Research Paper can consist of cited quotes, and, or, cited paraphrases.
Provide a bibliography or a works cited page (the Bibliography/Works Cited Page does not count towards the minimum number of words for your Paper).