Thematic Essay Review #9
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Directions: The thematic essay is an important part of the Regents exam. In order to get a passing grade on this essay you must address all aspects of the task (which some of you still don’t do!). Review each thematic essay below and outline your response in the space provided. Thematic Essay Review #9 Theme: Conflict Background: Conflicts between groups of people have threatened peace in many nations and regions. Task: Identify one conflict that has threatened peace in a nation or region and for each: 1. Discuss one major cause of the conflict. 2. Identify two opposing groups involved in that conflict. 3. Discuss the extent to which the conflict was or was not resolved. Suggestions: the Crusades, the French Revolution, World War I, the Russian Revolution, the Chinese civil war, the partition of India, the policy of apartheid in South Africa, the Rwandan civil war, and the Arab-Israeli conflict. You are not limited to these suggestions. Conflict #1: ________________________ Cause:
Two Opposing Groups: ______________________ v. ______________________ Resolution (?): Supporting Facts: - - - Conflict #2: ________________________ Cause:
Two Opposing Groups: ______________________ v. ______________________ Resolution (?): Supporting Facts: - - - Thematic Essay Review #10 Theme: Imperialism Background: Imperialism occurs when a strong nation takes over a weaker nation or region and dominates its economic, political, or cultural life. Task: Choose two civilizations/regions that have been impacted by imperialism and for each: 1. Describe the causes of Imperialism 2. Discuss how that civilization/region was impacted by imperialism Suggestions: India, China, Rwanda, French Indochina, South Africa. You are not limited to these suggestions. Choice #1: ____________________ Causes (2) and Supporting Facts: Impacts: (positive or negative)
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