For the final paper, you will choose a topic concerning modern France. It can relate in any way to the course and can address any aspect of French history in France, in other parts of Europe, or in the French Empire/Colonies. Topics can address politics, economics, class, race, gender, culture, religion and/or society. You can select a specific event and go more in-depth. You can write a biography arguing something about an important person in French history. There are many possibilities, so select a topic that interests you. Your topic should be specific and make an argument using scholarly sources
