HISTORY 111:

"History of the United States to 1865"

Guides

Guide to Using Major Problems in American History

"A Guide to the Preparation of Abstracts"

Sample Abstract: S. Foster on Puritanism and Democracy (An example of how an abstract might be written)

Sample Abstract: J. Henretta on Colonial Class Consensus (Another example of how an abstract might be written)

"A Guide to the Preparation of Evaluations"

Sample Evaluation: Borden and Banning on Jefferson (An example of how an evaluation might be written)

Sample Evaluation: Schlesinger and Pessen on Jackson (Another example of how an evaluation might be written)

"Marginal Markings" As the name implies, this is an explanation of the symbols I often use in grading your papers. You'll find this handy when trying to translate the marks I make on your papers, and in learning to correct any mistakes you may make.

A Sample Test , showing the kinds of tests you can expect in this class. Pay no particular attention to the specific questions asked, but become familiar with the types of questions asked.

"A Reminder About Answering Questions on Dr. Tom Powers's History Tests" A brief guide to the types of questions on tests, and ways to address each kind.

"Major Points to Consider While Studying for the Final Exam" . As the name indicates, this is for you to use at the end of the course. It lists some major points, issues, questions, considerations, etc, to ponder as you study. Some students like to be looking at this all through the class. Feel free to do so, if you like.

Return to the History 111 Home page

Return to Tom Powers's History Page.

Questions? E-mail me by clicking here.

This page last updated August 13, 2009