An exciting series that covers selected topics from the Higher Level options in the IB History syllabus. This coursebook covers Higher Level option 3, Topic 9, Political Developments in the Americas after the Second World War 1945-79. The text is divided into clear sections following the IB syllabus structure and content specifications. It offers a sound historical account along with detailed explanations and analysis, and an emphasis on historical debate to prepare students for the in-depth, extended essay required in the Paper 3 examination. It also provides plenty of exam practice including student answers with examiner's comments, simplified mark schemes and practical advice on approaching the Paper 3 examination.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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.
QUESTION To what extent were Nelson Mandela's wishes expressed in Source I carried out? QUESTION What is the view of the writer of Source J about punishing those who had been involved in the atrocities? How valid is his view expressed ...
As they won more and more seats, some conservative and nationalist politicians began to sound out the possibility of some political deal with the Nazis. However, in the November 1932 elections, the Nazi Party's votes and thus seats ...
This coursebook covers Paper 2, World History Topic 12: The Cold War: Superpower Tensions and Rivalries (20th century) of the History for the IB Diploma syllabus for first assessment in 2017.
Every year, students throw away marks by not paying sufficient attention to the demands of the question. It is therefore important to start by identifying the argument that the question requires you to address, and the key or 'command' ...
Drive critical, engaged, high level learning and skills. Developed with the IB, this Course Book equips learners to analyze and articulate complex historical concepts and contexts, strengthening performance and potential.