In addition, I require that you write 5-7 page essays (double spaced, usual margins) demonstrating research that you have done on a specific part of the readings. I expect you to cite at least three reputable sources (Wikipedia is iffy but often useful as a starting point). Use APA or MLA style. There is an example here (youre not expected to read the paper, just look at how the citations are done): http://www.richgibson.com/curtain.htm
topic: its about A book named ’12 years a slave’