What is the primary role of a contextualization paragraph in a DBQ or LEQ?

Contextualization in DBQ and LEQ Writing

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To summarize the entire essay
To introduce the main characters
To set the stage for the thesis
To provide a conclusion
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What common mistake do students make in their contextualization paragraphs?
Including irrelevant events
Using too many quotes
Focusing on future events
Ignoring the thesis statement
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it incorrect to just list events that occurred before the thesis time period?
Because they are too recent
Because they are not historical
Because they may not be relevant to the thesis
Because they are too detailed
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What must the events in your contextualization paragraph do?
Relate directly to your thesis
Be from the same century
Include famous personalities
Be in chronological order
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
If your thesis is about political changes, what should your contextualization focus on?
Technological advancements
Cultural shifts
Political events leading to changes
Economic trends
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you discuss in your contextualization if your thesis is about imperialism?
The industrial revolution
Events leading up to imperialism
The rise of democracy
The fall of empires
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the key to effective contextualization in an essay?
Writing a lengthy introduction
Including as many events as possible
Relating events to the thesis
Using complex vocabulary
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