1. Select the topic for your research paper.
This is the theme you will use to compare and contrast two different civilizations. From the list
below, choose one topic that will be the focus of your research paper.
Conflict
Women
Culture
2. Select two civilizations to compare and contrast the topic in your research paper.
 Classical Greece
(2100 BC – 500 AD)
 Rome
(750 BC – 500 AD)
 India
(350 BC – 600 AD)
 China
(350 BC – 600 AD)
After selecting your topic and the two civilizations you will compare and contrast, identify at
least five excellent web resources where you can find the information you will need to develop
your paper’s thesis statement and outline. It is critical that you evaluate your sources and
determine whether they are valid and dependable.
The essay should be 3-4 pages, double-spaced. You must include a title page and reference page
(not included in the 3-4 pages). You should cite at least five sources. The references should be
cited in APA format (both in-text and on the reference page).