Transcript Compare and Contrast - PPT with Directions

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Intro to the Compare &
Contrast Essay
AP World History
• Comparative Essay Thesis
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• Restate the question as an answer; include all key phrases.
• Address each part of the question with a statement and evidence.
• Include both similarities and differences.
• Make the transition to the body of the essay with a sentence like, “To better understand the similarities and differences
between these three societies…”
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• The Comparative essay typically involves how two societies responded to a major theme or event. The major themes
tested on the AP World History Exam comparative essay include the following:
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• How different societies responded to each other, other societies, or events
• How different societies changed – or didn’t – in response to some event
• How different societies developed
• How different societies responded to new technologies or new ideas
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BASIC CORE
EXPANDED CORE
Points
1) Has acceptable thesis (Addresses comparison of the
issues or themes specified)
1
2) Addresses all parts of the question, though not
necessarily evenly or thoroughly.
(Addresses most parts of the question: for example, deals
with differences but not similarities.)
2
3) Substantiates thesis with appropriate historical evidence.
(Partially substantiates thesis with appropriate historical
evidence.)
(1)
2
(1)
1
4) Makes at least one relevant, direct comparison
between/among societies.
5) Analyzes at least one reason for a similarity or difference
identified in a direct comparison.
Subtotal
Points
Expands beyond basic core of 1-7. The basic score of 7 must be
achieved before a student can earn expanded core points.
Examples:
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Has a clear, analytical, and comprehensive thesis.
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Addresses all parts of the question thoroughly (as relevant):
comparisons, chronology, causation, connections, themes,
interactions, content
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Provides ample historical evidence to substantiate thesis
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Relates comparisons to larger global context
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Makes several direct comparisons consistently between or
among societies
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Consistently analyzes the causes and effects of relevant
similarities and differences
0-2
1
7
Subtotal
2
TOTAL
9
From the College Board...
analyze: to determine various factors or component parts and
examine their nature or relationship
compare: examine for the purpose of noting similarities and
differences
contrast: examine in order to show dissimilarities or points of
difference
What’s a direct, relevant comparison?
It lets you score towards #3, 4, and 5 on the rubric all at once!
• Identify a similarity (or difference) between the society you’re comparing.
• Describe historical evidence (facts) that show this about society #1.
• Describe historical evidence that shows this about society #2.
• Explain why these societies are similar or different in this way.
• Provide another piece (or pieces) of historical evidence to prove this
reason.
Do this at least twice in each paragraph.
(2 direct comparisons x 3 paragraphs = 6 total, with 18 pieces of evidence!)
What’s a direct, relevant comparison?
Example: Analyze similarities and differences between the ways the Mongol
Empire & the Abbasid caliphate used religion to govern.
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Both empires were tolerant of the religious customs of the peoples
they conquered. The Abbasids required non-Muslim dhimmis to pay a jizya
head tax but guaranteeing them many of the same property rights as
Muslims. While the Mongol empire required conquered peoples to submit to
their political and military authority and pay taxes, they did not seek to
convert the cultures they conquered.
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This similarity stems from both empires’ religious beliefs. The Abbasid
caliphate was an Islamic theocracy, but sharia law guarantees some rights
of non-Muslims, while the Mongol leaders’ shamanistic religion did not seek
to convert new followers.
Outline
Thesis Statement:
Introduction
Includes your thesis. Your thesis for historical writing does not need to be one sentence. You may take the paragraph if you wish.
First Topic Sentence
Direct comparison #1 (3+ pieces of evidence)
Direct comparison #2 (3+ pieces of evidence)
First Topic Sentence
Direct comparison #3
Direct comparison #4
First Topic Sentence
Direct comparison #5
Direct comparison #6
Conclusion
Refer back to your thesis
Sum up your essay.
• AP World History exam directions:
• Directions: You are to answer the following question. You should spend 5 minutes organizing or outlining your essay.
Write an essay that:
• Has a relevant thesis and supports that thesis with appropriate historical evidence
• Addresses all parts of the question
• Makes direct, relevant comparisons
• Analyzes relevant reasons for similarities and differences.
• What does this mean?
• Write a thesis that makes your major points of comparison.
• Support your thesis with historical evidence.
• Answer all parts of the question.
• Make at least two direct relevant comparisons of the given societies. Include both similarities and differences (You lose
core points if you don’t).
Compare & Contrast, Step-By Step
1. Evaluate the question.
2.
Graphic Organizer based on the question.
1. Break down the question into components
2. List relevant facts
3. Thesis
4.
5.
Outline
Just add grammar!
STEP 1 = Evaluate the question.
What IS the question asking me?????
What is the directive?
Analyze the differences and similarities between
the collapse of both the Roman and Aztec
Empires. Use the following areas:
Domestic
Foreign
Social
Step 1: What is the Topic?
Political
Economic
Social
Step 2: Put in the form of a question.
Step 1: Put in the form of a question
• What were the differences and similarities between the Roman and
Aztec Empires collapse?
Step 1: The exact time period
Analyze the differences and similarities between
the Roman World and the Aztec World in terms of
TWO of the following:
Domestic (Political Affairs)
Foreign (Invaders)
Social
WHEN? 400 – 500 C.E. and 1500 – 1530 C.E.
Step :2 Brainstorm ALL facts
Domestic/
Political
Roman
Aztec
Foreign
Social
Step 2
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Brainstorm and list all facts that can possibly be
used in the essay. You may decide not to use all
the facts in the list, but it is better to have too
many facts than not enough.
Organize your facts, paying close attention to their
significance. Remember, using significant,
relevant facts will move an essay from a 2-4 to a 57.
Step 3: Thesis
• Your thesis is the ANSWER to the question you posed AND the thesis
must also include WHY that is the answer.
Thesis
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The thesis of your essay will be the answer to the
question you have constructed. It can be more
than one sentence, AND it must include WHY that
is the answer to the question.
Your answer (thesis) should take into account all
sides of the issue. Stronger essays show analysis
of the issue from different perspectives.
Remember, every single sentence of your essay
should support your thesis.
Organize Your Thoughts
• Outline
• Pseudo Outline
• Number and letter your Graphic organizer and Docs
Outline
Thesis Statement:
Introduction
Includes your thesis. Your thesis for historical writing does not need to be one sentence. You may take the paragraph if you wish.
First Topic Sentence
Evidence 1 ( Supporting Sentences)
Evidence 2
Evidence 3
Evidence 4
First Topic Sentence
Evidence 1 ( Supporting Sentences)
Evidence 2
Evidence 3
Evidence 4
First Topic Sentence
Evidence 1 ( Supporting Sentences)
Evidence 2
Evidence 3
Evidence 4
Conclusion
Refer back to your thesis
Sum up your essay.
Just Add Grammar
Directions: Pick three topics for your Compare & Contrast essay and
collect information on those topics, on the chart given to you.
PROMPT: :) Analyze similarities and differences in the following
Gunpowder Empires in the period 1450 - 1922 ce.
Ottoman Empire; Mughal Empire; Safavid Empire
Your response may include the following (pick three)
1. Roles of Leadership
2. Views of the empire towards Islam
3. Treatment of other religions
4. Economies
5. Treatment of women
6. Arts and architecture
7. Trade & how it is viewed
8. Military strategy
9. Interactions with outsiders & how they are viewed
Analyze similarities and differences between two of these empires.
Ottoman Empire; Mughal Empire; Safavid Empire
Your response may include the following (pick three)
1. How do the leadership roles compare?
2. How does their views towards Islam compare?
3. How does their treatment of other religions compare?
4. How do their economies compare?
5. How does their treatment of women compare?
6. How do their arts and architecture compare?
7. How do their views on trade compare?
8. How do these empires interact with outsiders?
p. 306 - 320 - Gunpowder Empires chapter in Ethel Wood :)
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