1. Tips With Sources “Pre-Read the Text Determine the Author’s Thesis
Read with the Authors Thesis in Mind
Ask Questions of The Text
Write as You Read

5. Thesis tips

6. Constructing an argument
Don’t be hesitant to come to independent conclusions about the meaning and significance of the materials you are working with
To write an effective history paper you must be willing to reach a conclusion about your subject that could be challenged or debated by an intelligent reader.
To support your argument, you must offer evidence from your sources.

8. Think Like a Historian Respect your subject Do Not Generalize
Avoid Anachronism
Be Aware of your own Biases