In at least three paragraphs, write a summary of the Lincoln-Douglas debates. Your
summary should cover the main ideas of the debates, especially those related to the
issue of slavery. You might consider addressing topics like the westward extension
of slavery, popular sovereignty, citizenship for Black Americans, the ideas of the
Founders, and others.
Each paragraph should begin with a topic sentence that states the main idea of the
paragraph. In each paragraph, support your main idea with two to three supporting
detail sentences. Finally, finish each paragraph with a concluding sentence that ties
together the paragraph's ideas. Be sure to pay attention to spelling, grammar, and
writing mechanics. (30 points)