Part B: Essay Directions: Write a well-organized essay that includes an introduction, several para-
graphs, and a conclusion. In the body of the essay, use evidence from at least four
documents. Support your response with relevant facts, examples, and details. Include
additional outside information. Use a logical and clear plan of organization.
Historical Context
Vietnamese rebels threw off French colonial rule in 1954, resulting in a
communist North Vietnam and anticommunist South Vietnam, supported
by the United States. Seeking to reunite Vietnam, communists in the south
launched a guerrilla war to overthrow the pro-American regime. This
campaign pushed South Vietnam's government to the brink of collapse. In
1965, America sent combat troops to Vietnam to fight the communists.
Task
Write an essay in which you do the following: 1. Explain the arguments for
and against U. S. military involvement in Vietnam. 2. Discuss how the Vietnam
War affected American society.
Guidelines:
In your essay, be sure to
Develop all aspects of the task.
• Incorporate information from at least four documents,
Incorporate relevant outside information.
Support the theme with relevant facts, examples, and details.
• Use a logical and clear plan of organization, including an introduction and
conclusion that are beyond a restatement of the theme.
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