HISTORY JOURNAL 2

he Sons of Liberty staged acts of resistance against the British government and agitated for revolution. Their tactics at times have led some to categorize them as a terrorist group. After reviewing the textbook and sources on the Sons of Liberty, the writings of Samuel Adams, and given what was taking place at the time (the Stamp Act, Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party, etc.), do you believe that they were a terrorist group or freedom fighters? Please explain why or why not. Do you think their tactics were justified at the time? How does time and perspective affect our understanding of events and groups like these? (for example, consider the events of January 6, 2021Links to an external site. ; how do you think our perspective of that day will change 25 years from now?)

To receive full credit for this assignment your post must:

· Address the questions asked in the paragraph above in at least a 300-word post and cite all outside sources appropriately.

· Include at least one interesting question the readings raised for you.

· Please be thorough in your submission.

· ZERO GRADE FOR LATE SUBMISSIO.

· MLA FORMAT

Journal Grading Rubric 2021 (1)

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality of Post

5 pts

Exemplary

. Shows original thought that goes far beyond the obvious .Addresses all questions in prompt

4 pts

Proficient

.Articulates arguments effectively .Addresses all questions in the prompt

3 pts

Acceptable

.Some aspects of arguments are not fully explained or articulated well .Addresses some or part of the questions in prompt

2 pts

Deficient

.Argument is convoluted or incoherent .Does not address questions in the prompt

0 pts

Non-Participating

.Not submitted

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent Understanding

5 pts

Exemplary

. Shows serious contemplation of readings .Fluidly incorporates concepts and ideas into response

4 pts

Proficient

.Indicates comprehension of readings .Fully incorporates concepts and ideas from readings into response

3 pts

Acceptable

.Indicates reading was completed .Does not accurately summarize concepts or fully incorporate ideas into response

2 pts

Deficient

.Indicates a lack of comprehension of readings .Does not incorporate concepts or ideas into response

0 pts

Non-Participating

.Suggests reading assignments were not considered .No quotes used

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuotations and Citations

5 pts

Exemplary

. Quotes used are appropriate, original, and properly integrated

4 pts

Proficient

.Quotes used are appropriate, but somewhat predictable or not well integrated

3 pts

Acceptable

.Some quotes do not effectively support writer’s point, are too generalized, or are poorly integrated

0 pts

Non-Participating

.No quotes used

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord Count

5 pts

Meets Requirement

3 pts

Nearly Meets Requirement

.Produces as least 50% of required word count

0 pts

Does Not Meet Requirement

.Does not provide at least 50% of required word count

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality of Prose

5 pts

Exemplary

. Writing is clear and articulate .Uses correct grammar and punctuation

3 pts

Acceptable

.Writing is clear .Minor errors in grammar do not cloud meaning

2 pts

Deficient

.Writing is convoluted or incoherent .Improper use of grammar and punctuation make it difficult to follow