Components of the DBQ Essay –
Core Points (
MANDATORY
)
Thesis
statement that is not just a
restating of the question.
Using
all but one of the documents
in your
essay.
Grouping
and thoughtfully
analyzing
the
documents.
DON’T LIST DOCUMENTS!
Stating the
point of view/perspective
on
minimum of
three (3)
of the documents
Using the documents to support your
thesis.
Adding an
additional document
that would
help support your thesis.