Time Out for the Public Answering a 5-Point Question on the Exam Example 1: Analyze German and British attitudes on the eve of WWI

The Public 50% Selected Response (Multiple Choice) 50% Constructed Response (Short and Long answer)

The outcomes are divided into: – K (knowledge): usually definitions. No source. Only MC – A (application): you must apply your knowledge to show you understand the topic. Usually provide a source. Can be MC or CR – I (integration): requires knowledge and application. Usually requires a value judgement or extension of knowledge. Can be MC or CR. Always provides a source

Example: (k) outcome

Example: (a) outcome

Example: (i) outcome

5 Point CR Questions You are given a direction to explain, analyze, evaluate or describe a historical event You are given a source to use in your answer You MUST use both the SOURCE and YOUR OWN KNOWLEDGE to answer

Let’s give it a try! We will examine outcome Assess how German and British attitudes contributed to rivalry and conflict on the eve of WWI. (i)

Start with what you know German attitudesBritish attitudes

Before proceeding, use the above information to answer the question in 1 or 2 sentences. That is your THESIS and your opening sentence. In other words, DID their attitudes contribute to rivalry and conflict?

Then examine the source

Start tying it all together What does the source tell you? – Pick apart the source so you know what it’s getting at – Highlight keywords, phrases and people to use in your answer What do you already know about the event? – Trust your knowledge! Stick to the question at hand and prove your answer.

Use the information above and your notes to complete the take home assignment. It is a sample question from an old public for the same outcome. Good luck