Worksheet 5: Doing a Comparative Analysis

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Your original problem (phrase):

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

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

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

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

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

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

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