Tomorrow in class we will practice writing a DBQ essay. Remember, the DBQ is about your ability to 'think like a historian' by analyzing documents and crafting an argument based on the evidence provided - NOT about content we have learned in class. Some call it 'the great equalizer' because even if you aren't strong with the names, dates, events needed for the other essays, being able to just write the essay style well will be a big help.
Hints for the DBQ
Check out the GETAFIVE.COM DBQ essay videos.
Review the grading score guide.
You will also be using the same plague documents we have looked at several times already, so the information will not be new for you. Take this opportunity to set up a guideline for yourself to write the essay.
The question is 'Why was the bubonic plague so devastating to European society?'
Begin by making groups - think about very basic descriptors/'first level' groups (sneakers, boots, all female, all male) but also begin to group the documents about what they say (or don't say!) These second level categories are what we want to look at. If you're grouping a doc set by the opinions of all women about a particular topic, consider an additional document you could add to that specific group!
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