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How to Write the DBQ – A Step-By-Step Guide. Step 1. READ THE PROMPT!. Step 2. BRAINSTORM before you look at the documents. Step 3. Write a THESIS that can be supported using the information. Step 4. Read the documents, summarize and make INFERENCES. Step 5.
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Step 1 READ THE PROMPT!
Step 2 BRAINSTORM before you look at the documents.
Step 3 Write a THESIS that can be supported using the information.
Step 4 Read the documents, summarize and make INFERENCES.
Step 5 CATEGORIZE facts and documents.
Step 6 UNDERLINE outside information as you use it.
Step 7 NOTE documents used in parentheses.
General outline of a DBQ response • Introductory paragraph/thesis • Background paragraph setting the stage and using outside information about the time period or subject • Two to five paragraphs supporting your thesis with specific, detailed information • Contrary paragraph (advanced!) • Conclusion