Worksheet 7: Doing a Comparative Analysis

Date: Group Members:

Your original problem (phrase):

1. State a problem from another time period that is similar to your original problem and include the time period

2. Present evidence that a problem exists. Be as specific as possible and cite at least one source of data:

3. Briefly list several underlying factors that contribute to the problem that you have identified (support these factors with evidence):

4. State a major policy that was implemented to address this problem and summarize its advantages and disadvantages:

5. Analyze and discuss the major similarities and difference between the two social problems, their causes, and the effectiveness of the policies implemented.

6. What lessons have you learned from doing this comparative analysis?