An exciting new series that covers the five Paper 2 topics of the IB 20th Century World History syllabus. This coursebook covers Paper 2, Topic 2, Democratic states - challenges and responses, in the 20th Century World History syllabus for the IB History programme. It is divided into thematic sections, following the IB syllabus structure and is written in clear, accessible English. It covers the following areas for detailed study: Africa: South Africa 1991-2000; Americas: United States 1953-73; Asia and Oceania: India 1947- 64; and Europe and Middle East: Weimar Germany 1919-33. The content is tailored to the requirements and assessment objectives of the syllabus and provides opportunities for students to make comparisons between different regions and time periods.
The commander, Sir Douglas Haig, was both experienced and well-respected. Yet these attacks did not achieve a decisive breakthrough any more than those made in 1915 or the German attacks at Verdun in February 1916.
Some will have 2 marks, others 3 marks. For such questions, write only a short answer, making 2 or 3 points – save your longer answers for the questions carrying the higher marks. 2 Cross-referencing/comparing or contrasting two sources ...
While Sumner became a Northern martyr,Brooks became a Southern hero. Resigning from Congress,Brooks stoodfor reelection andwon easily. Scores of Southerners sent himnew canes to replace the onehehad broken when beating Sumner.
The AfricanAmerican Struggle for Civil Rights in the Twentieth Century, Pearson, 1998. An incisive and critical evaluation of many aspects of the struggle for civil rights. Particularly useful in its analysis of the importance of ...
2 Cross-referencing/comparing or contrasting two sources – try to write an integrated comparison, e.g. comment on how the two sources deal with one aspect, then compare/contrast the sources on another aspect.
Todd, Allan. 2011. The Cold War. Cambridge, UK. Cambridge University Press. Whitaker, Reg and Hewitt, Steve. 2003. Canada and the Cold War. Toronto, Canada. James Lorimer 81 Co. Further reading In addition to the publications listed ...
US President Jimmy Carter announced in 1977 that US support to Nicaragua should no longer be considered automatic. The US ambassador to Nicaragua went on to advise Somoza that he should step down at the end of 1980 once his term ...
Also, if the question asks for 'causes/reasons' and 'consequences/results', or two different countries/leaders, make sure you deal with all the parts of the question. Otherwise, you will limit yourself to half marks at best.
Using a comparative approach and emphasising source evaluation skills, this course book will help students learn content and approaches that are particular to the IB syllabus.
Some will have 2 marks, others 3 marks. For such questions, write only a short answer, making 2 or 3 points – save your longer answers for the questions carrying the higher marks. 2 Assessing the value and limitations of one source.