Global History II - Enduring Issues

Enduring issues are problems that persist over time. These are often intractable problems that are difficult to solve in the real world due to a lack of agreement or commitment.

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The four recommended parts of your Enduring Issue Essay are:

The definition of an Enduring Issue
Choose a specific Enduring Issue and define it
Thesis statement/main idea
State the documents that you will be using in the essay

Conflict - a serious disagreement or argument between people

Imperialism - a policy of one nation dominating another nation economically, politically, or socially

Nationalism - ideology that emphasizes loyalty, devotion, or allegiance to one’s nation

Revolution - radical change in the established government or order

Environmental Impact - when the area that we live in is affected in a bad way

Globalization - how trade and tech have made the world into a more interdependent place

Industrialization - society’s transition from agriculture towards industry and manufacturing

Scarcity - state of not having enough of something

Inequality - lack of fairness or justice

Innovation - new method of addressing a problem

Population Growth - when more people are born than dead

Power - the influence or control over the behavior of people

Technology - increasing technology in the word leads to more destruction of the natural environment

Human Rights Violation - any action that deprives a person of their rights

Choose a significant and ongoing problem or topic.
Research the issue to understand its causes, effects, and historical context.
Create a clear thesis statement that states your position on the issue.
Outline your essay with an introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.
In the introduction, provide background information and present your thesis.
Each body paragraph should focus on a specific aspect of the issue and support it with evidence and examples.
Use logical transitions to connect your ideas between paragraphs.
Address counterarguments or opposing viewpoints to strengthen your argument.
In the conclusion, summarize your main points and restate your thesis.
1. Proofread and revise your essay for clarity, coherence, and grammar.