Before you can write the report, learn who Paul Revere was, and what he did. You will have to research him on the Internet, in the library or book store. Then you can begin. Following these steps can help you write an intelligent report and learn a bit of American History.
Put the name Paul Revere into your computersearch engine. Read some of the articles and print out revelent information so you can refer to it when you write your report. You could also save a few articles to My Documents (onto your computer). This is useful if you are typing your report on a computer.
At the library , and ask a librarian help you locate books about him.
At the bookstores, check out the history or American History shelves. Ask for assistance if required.
Read about him. Bring a notebook and pencil to take notes .
Tips
- Make sure you find out who Paul Revere was. Give his birth and death date, and events in his life for which he is famous.
- When you write about a famous person, consider including using quotations. They can really bring your paper to life!
- Find out what people thought about him. Were there any mysteries or controversies about the person's life? If, for example, historians disagree about when the person was born, or is famous or infamous, address that.
- Give your opinion about what he did, were you impressed by his actions, and explain why.
- Can you relate his actions or his deeds to the country now? Does your person have a legacy?
- Consider using some of the following references in your report on Paul Revere:
Warnings
- Do not copy word for word from the Internet information or books.
- The teacher will know it was plagiarized and will fail you.
- Read it, think about it, and learn it; talk it over with your parents, then write it in your own words.
Things You'll Need
- A computer
- A library card
- Notebook and pencils
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