Imagine that you are writing about Nelson Mandela for a reader who is unfamiliar with him. Write a short essay (350–500 words) about Mandela, and place at least one of the quotations from part A in historical context. Be sure to cite the quotation within the text by using the citation given below the quotation in parentheses. Here are a few points to remember as you write: Include a few sentences introducing Mandela. Include a few sentences that provide the reader with basic historical background for the time and place in which Mandela lived. Identify some of the causes and effects in the story of Mandela’s life. Use your research and one or more quotations from part A to place Mandela in historical context. Why was he important?

might be agreeing to participate ethically with other european nations in the slave trade

or notifying other european nations when taking possession   of african territories

the hyksos invasion. the hyksos were able to attack egypt successfully because of their skills in using bronze weapons, composite bows and the use of the horse and chariot during the invasion. although the egyptians depict a barbarian-type overthrow, the truth is the seizure was likely a relatively peaceful one.

•an essay

•a mock-heroic epic  

•deals with cannibalism  

•introduces “sylphs” as guardian spirits  

•not a satire  

•written by daniel defoe

•written by alexander pope

•written by jonathan swift  

•criticizes the exploration of ireland  

•criticizes impulsive nature  

•criticizes the english upper class  

•playful tone  

•remorseful tone

•matter-of-fact tone  

“the rap of the lock”   written by alexander pope.

“a modest proposal”