LEQ Helpful Tips

1. "To What Extent..." Prompts

Formula: “To an [amount] extent, [X] was influenced by [Y] and [Z] during [time period], as seen through [examples/events], although [counterexample/limitation].”

2. "Compare..." Prompts

Formula: “While [X] and [Y] shared similarities in [topic], they differed in [specific aspect], reflecting how different environments and governance shaped their development.”

3. "Analyze..." Prompts

Formula: “The [event/process] had significant impacts on [group/society/culture], as shown by [examples], although [counterpoint/nuance].”

4. "Evaluate..." Prompts

Formula: “[Topic/event] can be evaluated as [positive/negative/mixed] due to [reasons], supported by [evidence], but [counter-evidence or nuance] complicates this view.”

5. "To What Degree..." Prompts

Formula: “To a large/small/moderate degree, [X] was influenced by [Y] and [Z], as demonstrated by [examples], though [counterexamples or limitations] suggest otherwise.”

Name + Explain + Tie Back Formula: (for evidence)

1. Name the example or event.

2. Explain it.

3. Analyze it (how it proves thesis).