1. Has acceptable thesis. (1) Expands beyond basic core of 17
(Addresses comparison of the points. The basic core score of 7 issues or themes specified.) must be achieved before a student can earn expanded core points 2. Addresses all parts of the question, though not necessarily Examples: evenly or thoroughly. (2) Has a clear, analytical, and (Addresses most parts of the comprehensive thesis. question: for example, deals with Addresses all parts of the differences but not similarities.) question (as relevant): comparisons, chronology, 3. Substantiates thesis with causation, connections, appropriate historical evidence. themes, interactions, content. (2) Provides ample historical evidence to substantiate thesis. (Partially substantiates thesis Relates comparisons to larger with appropriate historical global context. evidence.) Makes several direct comparisons consistently 4. Makes at least one or two between or among societies. relevant, direct comparisons Consistently analyzes the between or among societies. (1) causes and effects of relevant similarities and differences. 5. Analyzes at least one reason for a similarity or difference identified in a direct comparison. (1)