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Why was Charles I executed in 1649?

You can break down this essay into three sections: introduction, your reasons why you think Charles I was executed and a conclusion. In your introduction, you should give the reasons why you think Charles wa...
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Why did the British Empire collapse?

This is a big question. First, in answering this question, it is helpful to know when the British empire collapsed (could ask back to student for more effective engagement). Most of Britain's colonies were l...
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How do I get balance in my essay while still having a definitive conclusion?

Having a definitive, consistently-argued view is one of the most important features of a good history essay. However, a good essay will also consider other perspectives. Rather than viewing the task of balan...
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How should I go about analysing a primary source?

A source is a first-hand piece of evidence that historians can use to find out about the past. Examples include: eyewitness accounts, letters, diaries, photographs, cartoons, posters etc. It might be helpful...
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Were economic failings the main cause of the collapse of Communism in Eastern Europe?

Important to think about here are the various ways 'Communism' and politics interacted. Are we talking about popular Communism 'from below' or an elite 'from above'? A good question will discuss the interact...
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