This task will prompt you to investigate a specific aspect of a literary work from the colonial era and its relationship to a particular topic in history. To complete this task, you must complete the following steps: Select a particular topic that is relevant to the colonial era and the Age of Reason, and form a thesis that explores an aspect of that topic.
Research your topic and identify relevant information that supports your position.
Draft your historical investigative report and organize your research findings.
Produce a final draft by proofreading and revising your initial drafts.
Review the writing process and detailed instructions for this assignment.

Which of these can an adverbial clause modify?

In the space below, write a five-paragraph, 600-800 word persuasive essay arguing whether or not your chosen speech is effective in communicating its message, based on how it uses rhetorical strategies. include a clear thesis statement identifying whether, in your view, the speaker's argument is effective, based on his or her use of rhetorical strategies. explain why or why not. give your audience a sense of closure by providing a clear conclusion. throughout the essay, be sure to: use formal, objective language for an academic audience, connect your ideas using transitions that clearly tie together your ideas, base your argument on evidence from the text of the speech, and provide a clear conclusion about the speech's effectiveness.

What if the author had used “looked at” instead? punishment would be deemphasized. punishments would be seen as less harsh. the meaning wouldn't change.