THEMATIC ESSAY WRITING Quaestio How do we structure

Essays: English VS Social Studies • Social Studies essays are more technical than most

Belief Systems 1. Introduction 2. Buddhism: Key Beliefs/Practices 3. Buddhism: Influence on Followers/Society 4.

Individuals Who Have Changed History 1. Introduction 2. One Belief or Achievement: Hammurabi 3.

Turning Points 1. Introduction 2. Historical Circumstances: Neolithic Revolution 3. How It Changed History:

Classwork: Preparing an Outline On the back of your essay question sheet is a

Writing the Rough Draft • Intro/Conclusion: Use the bullets to shape your thesis •

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THEMATIC ESSAY WRITING Quaestio: How do we structure and write a thematic essay? Nunc Agenda: Last night you analyzed a selection from the Lansing Papyrus. Now, in partners, work together to write a response, speaking from the perspective of an Egyptian farmer. Explain why your job is the most important to Egypt, explaining how farming surplus makes civilization possible.

THEMATIC ESSAY WRITING Quaestio: How do we structure and write a thematic essay? Nunc Agenda: What is the difference between an English essay and a Science lab report? .

Essays: English VS Social Studies • Social Studies essays are more technical than most English essays. • • They should still be well-written, using proper grammar, clear organization, good transitions, and everything else you learn in English class. • • However, the main focus of the essay is ANSWERING ALL REQUIRED PARTS OF THE TASK.

Belief Systems 1. Introduction 2. Buddhism: Key Beliefs/Practices 3. Buddhism: Influence on Followers/Society 4. Confucianism: Key Beliefs/Practices 5. Confucianism: Influence on Followers/Society 6. Conclusion

Individuals Who Have Changed History 1. Introduction 2. One Belief or Achievement: Hammurabi 3. Positive/Negative Effects: Hammurabi 4. One Belief or Achievement: Alexander the Great 5. Positive/Negative Effects: Alexander the Great 6. Conclusion

Turning Points 1. Introduction 2. Historical Circumstances: Neolithic Revolution 3. How It Changed History: Neolithic Revolution 4. Conclusion

Classwork: Preparing an Outline On the back of your essay question sheet is a blank outline. You will notice that the boxes on the outline match exactly the TASK of the essay. You use this outline to collect and organize information on the essay topic for use in your essay tomorrow. You may use your textbook, notes, and other class materials to find information. Only bullets! No paragraphs! HW TONIGHT: Finish compiling all the information you need on your outline Review your notes and materials from the last two weeks to prepare for a short Nunc Agenda quiz tomorrow TOMORROW: We will take a short quiz (10 multiple choice questions) on geography, historical methods, early humans, the Neolithic Revolution, and the beginning of Civilization. Then you will be given time to work on your essays in class.

THEMATIC ESSAY WRITING Quaestio: How do we structure and write a thematic essay? Nunc Agenda: Unit 1 Quiz

Writing the Rough Draft • Intro/Conclusion: Use the bullets to shape your thesis • Develop the task COMPLETELY and FULLY • Define important terms clearly for the reader • Use supporting examples and details • Tone: DO NOT use first person, contractions, slang • Be analytical, not just descriptive 1. 2. 3. 4. Introduction Historical Circumstances (Causes) How It Changed History (Neolithic Revolution) Conclusion • Some Key Vocab: Paleolithic, Nomadic, Hunter-Gatherer, Agriculture, Domestication, Settled, Neolithic Revolution, Irrigation, Surplus, Job Specialization, Civilization