What is an empire? Provide a definition and then examine three different empires that we have discussed this summer (at least ONE from before 1400), weighing the pros and cons of the imperial form of government.

1. introduction examine the definition of empire, and ending with a strong and clear thesis statement
2. follow the notes that I provide, dont use the examples from other sources, only use examples from the outline and well develop them. have a clear and compelling argument, well organized, and provide specific evidence to support the argument
3. each body start with a clear topic sentence.

2 pages