Why did towns and cities develop in medieval Europe?Order Description
Write a paper (1,300–1,500 words) with a thesis statement, an argument, a conclusion, as well as citations and a list of works cited based on your readings on towns and cities in the Middle Ages. The thesis statement of your paper will serve as the answer to the question below, followed by an argument that explains how your thesis statement answers the question.

Question:

Why did towns and cities develop in medieval Europe?
Sources:

McKay, A History of Western Civilization, “Towns and Economic Revival,” p. 305–313.
Medieval Urbanization (Power Point presentation).
While it is not prohibited, I discourage you from using sources beyond those listed above. Instead, concentrate on writing a good argument.

Because your references should come from class readings, you may use parenthetical citation within your text. That is, cite as follows: (McKay, A History of Western Civilization, p. 306) (Medieval Urbanization slide 3).