Title: The Impact of Cultural Encounters in Captain Cook’s Journal Thesis statement: Captain Cook’s journal provides a valuable insight into the impact of cultural encounters between Europeans and indigenous peoples during the 18th century, revealing both the benefits and

respond to it in a five-to-seven (5-7) page
essay. 8-10 citations. Your response should include a formal thesis statement and cited evidence (using
Chicago-style footnotes, as outlined in the Guide to Written Assignments) from Captain Cook’s
Journal as well as any other course readings identified in the chosen prompt; no additional
outside sources, please. You must address all aspects of the prompt in your response to receive
full credit.