Sample Thematic Essay

Grade 10

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Generic Thematic Essay Rubric

Nationalism: Throughout global history,
nationalism has had positive and negative effects.

Task:

  1. Define the term "nationalism"
  2. Select one country you have studied and give specific historic examples so nationalism with in the at country
  3. Describe a situation where nationalism was either a positive or a negative force in that country’s history.

You may use any nation from your study of
global history except the United States

Suggestions: (You are not limited to these suggestions.)

  • Venezuela: 19th c.

  • Germany: 19th and 20th c.

  • China: early 20th c.

  • India: 20th c

  • Kenya: post World War II

  • Balkans: late 20th c.