Thesis topic:The limitations that were placed on the 14th and 15th amendments and how this inspired the black
lives matter movement of today.
Use the two writings, along with additional thoughts you have gathered, to write a thesis statement for your
final research essay. Consider this statement to be as close to your final thesis as possible. It should include a
cause and effect statement. For guidance on preparing the thesis statement, please consult Mary Rampolla's
advice on Developing a Thesis Statement in chapter 4 of A Pocket Guide to Writing in History, particularly pp.
55-57