How was the Tokugawa Shogunate able to unite Japan
The topic is: How was the Tokugawa Shogunate able to unite Japan? 2000-2500 words. Name: Assignment: Final Research Essay (25%) Final Mark: /100 Footnotes /10 5 points for appropriate use of notes: Footnotes, not endnotes or in-text citations, are given at the appropriate time, i.e. whenever a quote is given or a specific section in the text is referred to. Refer to Writing History guidebook. 5 points for correct format of notes, minus 1 for not using “Ibid.”: Refer to the two links above for proper formatting, and to the Writing History guidebook. Note that “Ibid.” should be used when the same source as the previous footnote is being cited. Style and Appearance /20 5 points for following directions on font, margins, spacing, etc. 5 points for right length 10 points for general quality of writing (grammar, spelling, sentence/paragraph structure, evidence of diligent proofreading) Structure /30 10 points each for introduction, body, and conclusion, and sense of flow throughout. – Introduction: Should appropriately introduce the subject and what your essay will argue in particular. You must include a thesis and road map for your essay. You will be expected to have referred to the following handout on road mapping: https://twp.duke.edu/uploads/assets/roadmaps.pdf. Be sure to take note of the “Introductions as Roadmaps” and “Topic Sentences as Signposts” sections – properly followed, these can greatly improve overall essay cohesion and quality! – Body: This is where your claims made in the introduction will be presented, discussed and argued, and your “signposts” signaled. Avoid long quotations and make sure your paragraphs contain one idea each. Refer to the following link on paragraph structure: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/606/01/. As each paragraph will contribute to one broad argument, discussion should flow well and transition in ideas between paragraphs smoothly. – Conclusion: Beyond simply repeating/summarizing what your essay has already said, reflect on the broader importance of your paper to the broader history of Asia and the World. Remember: The reader will be looking for an answer to “So what?!” in your conclusion. Why is your topic important? Quality of Analysis /40 Criteria: – It needs to be an analysis rather than merely a description of the facts, and present some kind of argument on your chosen topic. – A synthetic use of texts is necessary; don’t use one source per topic. Be sure you engage with the authors’ arguments (what are they? Do you agree?), not just presenting facts. – Is there an overarching argument being presented, to which each paragraph/section contributes? Are your claims being supported by evidence, examples, sources, etc.? – If you present a clear thesis; follow a well defined road map; and analyze the information you are presenting, you will do well. ASIA/HIST 1430 Final Essay ASIA/HIST 1430 Writer’s Checklist Please check off each point before handing in your essay on Dec. 8. My essay uses footnotes, and not in-text citations. My essay follows the directions of the assignment for word length, font size, and document size. My essay has been read thoroughly for grammatical and stylistic errors. My essay has a clear introduction that explains the context of the paper. My introduction has a clear thesis that states my argument. My body paragraphs all contain relevant material that is directly related to my argument, and the connection is made clear in my writing. My conclusion not only summarizes my argument, but also discusses why the topic I wrote is important to the history of Asia. My essay is more than a summary of sources or description of events, and engages in analysis and critical discussion. I have cited all information taken from my sources, and not just direct quotes. I have paraphrased instead of using too many quotations. I have not used any internet sources in my paper. ASIA/HIST 1430