1. REPORT OF A HISTORICAL EVENT
Unit 4 – Part 2

2. A history report explains an important historical event
A history report explains an important historical event. It is a type of writing that explains something from the point of view of someone who witnessed (saw) something happen.

3. A history report answers the five “wh-“ questions:
Who?
What?
Where?
When?
Why?

4. A history report has an interesting introduction.
Example: “World War I is often called the “first modern war” because soldiers used modern weapons for the first time.”

5. A history report is organized chronologically (events are in correct time order).
* Use a sequence of events chart.

6. A history report has a conclusion that summarizes the most important information

7. Writing Tips
Make sure your facts are accurate. If you are not sure, check additional sources.
Use your own words – don’t copy! List your resources. Use
Focus on the most important details and interesting facts.
Be sure your topic isn’t too big.
Your information should answer the “wh-“ questions.
Make your report fun to read.

8. ASSIGNMENT Interview someone who has witnessed a historical event.
Example: a war such as the Gulf War, World War II, a bad storm such as a tornado or hurricane, a space event such as landing on the moon.
It can be a positive or negative event.

9. Prewrite
Make a list of questions to ask in your interview. Be sure your topic isn’t too big. For example, if you are writing about a war, ask questions about a single event or time period.
During the interview, take notes on the answers to your “wh-“ questions.
Use your interview notes, sequence of events chart, maps, timelines, and pictures to help readers understand your report.

10. Editing Checklist Work with a partner to edit your paper. Did you:
_____ Answer the “wh-“ questions?
_____ Use simple past tense verbs?
_____ Use pronouns correctly?
_____ Write complete sentences with correct punctuation?
_____ Are the events in proper time order?
_____ Are the facts accurate?
_____ List resources?
_____ Include a title?

11. Revise and publish your paper
Type
Double space
1” margins
Times New Roman 12 pt. font
One page in length
Attach your sequence of events chart