The document provides instructions for a writing assignment on the causes of the American Civil War. Students are asked to write an article on the war's start and end dates, include 10 facts and casualties by year. They must also identify 6 important historical figures, including 2 women, 2 African Americans and 3 people from each side of the war. Additionally, students need to create a presentation identifying 9 important people and when they joined the war, as well as include a bibliography.

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2. Task Write an article on the causes of the civil war. Identify and write about 2 important women and 2 important African Americans during the Civil War. Identify and write about 3 important people from each side of the war. This may include generals, presidents, etc.

3. Writing Assignment Directions Write an article on the causes of the civil war. Must include the following: The beginning and end date the Civil War started. 10 facts Design a picture to go along with your article Design a pie graph on the number of casualties reported for each year Bibliography

4. People Who Played A Major Role Create a PowerPoint presentation with the following information: Identify and write about 3 important people from each side of the war. This may include generals, presidents, etc. Identify and write about 2 important women and 2 important African Americans during the Civil War. Use a graph to illustrate when each of the important figures came into play.

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