How did the British Empire rule the world and why did the British Empire collapse.

keeping this in mind*** The assignment was to “choose two texts from the Empire module to compare” and use them to “illustrate the rise and/or fall of the British Empire.” The texts were Equiano’s story, Barbauld’s letter, More’s speech, Kipling’s “The Man Who Would Be King,” and Walcott’s “Lost Empire.” You were to “explore connections between [these] literary texts” and the historical context.****

1. Watch the videosHow Did the British Empire Rule the World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frF33emgn5g
2. and Why Did the British Empire Collapse?

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2773702119561058

1. and read Overview of literary periods covered. https://www.thoughtco.com/british-literary-periods-739034
2. Choose two texts from the Empire module to compare. These texts must be from different literary periods. The date of each work was published is listed, which will help you figure out which literary period it belongs to.
3. Develop a thesis statement about how these texts illustrate the rise and/or fall of the British Empire.
4. Write a 2-3 page essay supporting your thesis statement using evidence from the texts and the background material included in the module.

Criteria for Success

A successful paper will choose appropriate texts and will be an analysis of the works of literature and your thesis, not a plot summary, book review, or biography of the authors. It will have a clear, debatable thesis and evidence to support that thesis. It will show original thought, not just interpretations from sources. A successful paper will be in MLA format and will include citations of facts, ideas, and quotations from sources.

Grading (please make sure you are following the grading rubric below)

Rubric

Literature RubricLiterature RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFollows Directions for AssignmentFollows direction for the assignment including topic, length, required sources, etc.30 to >27.0 ptsExcellent (A Level)Follows direction for the assignment, including topic, length, required sources, etc.27 to >24.0 ptsAbove Average (B Level)Follows directions for the assigned topic but does not meet length requirement and/or does not use required number of sources.24 to >20.0 ptsMeets Standards (C Level)Most of the paper is on the assigned topic, but some parts stray from topic or some parts of topic not covered.20 to >0 ptsInadequate (D-F Level)Paper not on the assigned topic.30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA Format5 to >4.0 ptsExcellent (A Level)Paper follow MLA format, including heading, title, page numbers, margins, font and size, etc.4 to >3.0 ptsAbove Average (B Level)One or two errors in MLA format.3 to >2.0 ptsMeets Standards (C Level)Three or four errors in MLA format.2 to >0 ptsInadequate (D-F Level)Many errors in MLA format.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Mechanics20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent (A Level)Minimal errors in spelling, grammar, or typos.17 to >15.0 ptsAbove Average (B Level)Some errors with commas, run-ons, or other grammar, but does not interfere with ease of reading paper.15 to >13.0 ptsAdequate (C Level)Errors with grammar cause minor distraction.13 to >0 ptsInadequate (D-F Level)Many errors in grammar that distract readers from the content of the paper20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCitation20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent (A Level)Minimal errors in works cited page, in-text citations, and proper quoting/paraphrasing (without plagiarism).17 to >15.0 ptsAbove Average (B Level)In-text citations and works cited page present with some errors; quoting and paraphrasing done properly.15 to >13.0 ptsAdequate (C Level)Works cited page present, some missing in-text citations, errors on works cited page or in-text citations, some errors in quoting or paraphrasing.13 to >0 ptsInadequate (D-F Level)Missing works cited page, missing most in-text citations; errors in quoting and paraphrasing. **NOTE THAT MAJOR ERRORS IN CITATION OR PLAGIARISM MAY RESULT IN A FAILING PAPER REGARDLESS OF OTHER CRITERIA**20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesis15 to >13.5 ptsExcellent (A Level)Thesis statement is clear, specific, and sets up appropriate expectations for the content of the paper.13.5 to >12.0 ptsAbove Average (B Level)Thesis statement is clear but may be too broad/narrow; most of paper relates to thesis.12 to >10.0 ptsAdequate (C Level)Thesis is vague; much of paper does not relate to thesis.10 to >0 ptsInadequate (D-F Level)Thesis is unclear.15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence40 to >35.0 ptsExcellent (A Level)All quotations/evidence properly introduced, given authority, and sufficiently analyzed to connect to thesis. There is enough evidence to support the thesis. If sources are used, they are reliable, appropriate for college-level research, and connect to the topic.35 to >31.0 ptsAbove Average (B Level)There is enough evidence to support thesis. Most quotations/evidence properly introduced, given authority, and sufficiently analyzed to connect to thesis. If sources are used, most are reliable, appropriate for college-level research, and connect to the topic.31 to >27.0 ptsAdequate (C Level)Not sufficient evidence to support thesis. Some quotations/evidence properly introduced, given authority, and sufficiently analyzed to connect to thesis. If sources are used, some sources may be unreliable or not connect to topic.27 to >0 ptsInadequate (D-F Level)Many drop quotations, little to no analysis of evidence, and not sufficient evidence to support the thesis.40 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStyle and Audience20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent (A Level)Shows varying sentence structure, proper transitions, appropriate word choice, etc. All parts of paper directed at appropriate audience. Paper is well-organized.17 to >15.0 ptsAbove Average (B Level)Shows varying sentence structure, some transitions, most of paper directed at appropriate audience; paper is well-organized.15 to >13.0 ptsAdequate (C Level)Some variety in sentence structure, few transitions, some repetitive vocabulary, disorganization, or inappropriate audience13 to >0 ptsInadequate (D-F Level)Little or no variety in sentence structure, missing transitions, or much disorganization and repetitive vocabulary.20 pts
Total Points: 150