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LEQ
Long Essay Question, requiring students to develop an argument supported by historical evidence.
DBQ
Document-Based Question, which requires students to analyze and synthesize historical documents to construct an argument.
Thesis
A statement that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.
Contextualization
Providing background information related to the topic to help frame an argument.
Empirical Evidence
Information acquired by observation or experimentation, used to support claims.
Rubric
A set of criteria used to evaluate student performance, particularly in assessments.
Counter Thesis
An argument that opposes the main thesis, useful for earning complexity points.
Scientific Revolution
A period of great advances in scientific thought during the 16th and 17th centuries.
Causation
The relationship between cause and effect in historical events.
Continuity and Change
A historical reasoning framework analyzing what has remained the same and what has changed over time.
Rhetorical Questions
Questions posed for effect, not requiring an answer, often used to guide the argument.
Human Reason
The capacity for logical, rational, and analytic thought in humans.
Empiricism
A theory emphasizing the role of experience and evidence in knowledge.
Historical Evidence
Facts or data that provide information about past events.
Validity
The quality of being logically or factually sound.
Argumentation
The process of reasoning systematically in support of an idea, action, or theory.
Syntax
The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences.
Intellectual Movements
Trends in thought that change how societies understand themselves and the world.
Renaissance
A cultural movement in Europe from the 14th to 17th centuries characterized by a revival of classical learning.
Observational Method
A research technique involving careful watching and recording of behaviors or phenomena.
Thesis Statement
A sentence that expresses the main idea of the essay, outlining the author's argument.
Examples and Analysis
The inclusion of specific cases or instances to illustrate and explain an argument.
Framing the Argument
Structuring an essay in a way that supports the thesis throughout.
Transitional Words
Words that help connect ideas and maintain the flow of writing.
Complexity Point
A point awarded for demonstrating a nuanced understanding of an issue in an essay.
Timeline
A graphical representation of time, showing events in chronological order.
Historical Trends
Patterns or tendencies that have shaped historical events or contexts.
Peace Agreement
A formal agreement to end conflict, often involving terms for peace negotiations.
Perspectives
Different ways of viewing situations or analyzing historical events.
Transitional Sentences
Sentences that guide the reader from one idea to another smoothly.
Assessment Criteria
Specific standards or principles by which something is judged or evaluated.
Comprehensive Understanding
A thorough grasp of a subject, incorporating various aspects and details.
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