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Was the decline of the Qing dynasty inevitable?

I would first define the chronological framework for answering the question. For this question, I'd answer in reference to the period from the 1830s - 1911, as the later Qing period from the time of sustaine...
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Answered by Naomi W. • History tutor
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How do I write a good introduction?

The introduction is the crux of the essay in which you clearly set out your line of argument. I would start my introduction off with a quick summary of the historiographical debate surrounding the question, ...
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What is the best way to go about analysing a primary source?

When attempting a source question, we must take a two-fold approach. The first step is to read it once or twice in order to gauge an overall tone and argument: what, on the whole, is the source trying to say...
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'Despite the break with Rome, Henry VIII never seriously abandoned the Catholic Faith in the years 1529-47.' Explain why you agree/disagree with this view (25marks)

Henry's religious policy was inconsistent and indecisive, swinging between Catholicism and Protestant reform. Fundamentally the break with Rome was the result of Henry's quest to gain a male heir and consequ...
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How should you structure your essay? Example: How far do you agree that Friendly Societies and cooperatives did more than trade unions to promote the interest of the working class between 1830-1870?

Introduction - define & your argument YesFS: - supported by governmentover 4 million members by 1870However, required subscriptionCooperatives:- Rochdale pioneers examplenew lanark an example, 250/330 co...
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