Present a clear thesis. In your introduction, you must clearly express an opinion about the question. Either view is correct, as long as you defend it logically with evidence from your course materials. (15 points possible) • Provide examples of how religion encouraged the formation of new colonies and led to colonial growth. (10 points possible) • Evaluate the effects of the Great Awakening on the colonies. (15 points possible) • Provide examples of how economic concerns encouraged the formation of new colonies and led to colonial growth. (10 points possible) • Discuss the role of the colonies in mercantilism and triangular trade. (15 points possible) • Explain why you believe either religious beliefs or economics were more important, noting their impact on colonial life and including examples and evidence from your course materials. (20 points possible) • Use essay format. Follow the introduction-body paragraphs-concluding paragraph style. Your paper should read smoothly, and your word choice should reflect your ideas and beliefs. (10 points possible)