Essay Prompt: The Federal Government's Power to Create a National Bank

Evaluate the proposition that the Federal Government has the power to create a National Bank based on the intent of the Founding Fathers. In your essay, you must: 

Use all three of the following Foundational Documents: 
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
The Constitution

1. Develop a clear and defensible thesis that directly addresses the question of the Federal Government's power to create a National Bank. Your thesis should establish a line of reasoning that extends beyond merely restating the prompt.

2. Support your thesis with evidence:
   - Present at least one piece of evidence that is relevant to the historical debate over the Federal Government's power to create a National Bank.
   - Ensure that the evidence you provide is specific and directly supports your thesis.
   - Include two pieces of specific and relevant evidence to strengthen your claim. At least one of these pieces must be drawn from the Foundational Documents pertinent to U.S. government and constitutional principles.

3. Articulate your reasoning by explaining how or why your evidence substantiates your thesis. Your essay must include a thesis or claim and must earn at least two evidence points to meet this requirement.

4. Address an opposing or alternate perspective on the power to create a National Bank by:
   - Refuting the opposing perspective with evidence that demonstrates its inaccuracy.
   - Making a concession that recognizes some merit in the opposing argument.
   - Providing a rebuttal that credibly counters the opposing perspective.

Your essay will be evaluated based on the strength and clarity of your thesis, the relevance and specificity of your evidence, the clarity of your reasoning, and your effectiveness in engaging with opposing or alternate perspectives.