IB “Revision”2 years in 1 period…

Your test is soon!!!May 14th you will be taking Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the IB history exam.

May 15th you will be taking paper 3 of the IB history exam.

May 14th- Paper 1 Paper 1 is 65 min. (5 min reading time.)-25 marks. (20% of total grade)The test has 4 questions that come from documents in the test booklet. All content will be from the interwar period.

Paper 1-Peacemaking, Peacekeeping-International relations 1918-36

This prescribed subject addresses international relations from 1918 to 1936 with emphasis on the Paris Peace Settlement—its making, impact and problems of enforcement—and attempts during the period to promote collective security and international cooperation through the League of Nations and multilateral agreements (outside the League mechanism), arms reduction and the pursuit of foreign policy goals without resort to violence. The prescribed subject also requires consideration of the extent to which the aims of peacemakers and peacekeepers were realized and the obstacles to success.

Paper 1-Peacemaking topics• Aims of the participants and peacemakers: Wilson and the Fourteen Points• terms of the Paris Peace Treaties 1919‑20: Versailles, St Germain, Trianon, Neuilly, Sèvres/Lausanne1923• the geopolitical and economic impact of the treaties on Europe; the establishment and impact of themandate system• enforcement of the provisions of the treaties: US isolationism—the retreat from the Anglo–AmericanGuarantee; disarmament—Washington, London, Geneva conferences

Paper 1-Peacmaking Topics• The League of Nations: effects of the absence of major powers; the principle of collective security and early attempts at peacekeeping (1920‑5)• the Ruhr Crisis (1923); Locarno and the “Locarno Spring” (1925)• Depression and threats to international peace and collective security: Manchuria (1931‑3) andAbyssinia (1935‑6).

Paper 1 test strategies 1-have a watch with you and be mindful of

your time during ALL the exams. 2-Use the 5 minute reading time! Read

through all the sources carefully. Familiarize yourself with the questions and if possible start planning the comprehension question; be ready to start writing as soon as the test starts.

3. Learn the following information about how to approach and structure each question:

Paper 1: Question StrategiesQuestion 1a:

This is worth 3 marks and should take 5 min. It tests your ability to “understand historical sources” –reading comprehension.

Provide 3 clear points to get full marks.

Paraphrase from the documents.

Paper 1: Question strategies Question 1b:

2 marks- 5 min-Understanding historical sources-political cartoon/image analysis.

Give 2 clear points with supporting evidence from the document.

One message conveyed by the source is…because source A shows…

Be sure you understand who the figures are before writing.

Paper 1: Question strategies Question 2:

6 marks: 13-14 min-compare/contrast –source materials. For 6 marks, you need to write two paragraphs that include a

running comparison/contrast of the two sources, carefully supported by quotes. Make sure that you focus on answering the terms of the question - it might be asking you to compare/contrast in relation to a very specific topic, not just the sources in general.

Ideally you will be able to find two clear points of comparison and two clear points of contrast, but don't worry if you end up having two of one and one of the other - it depends a little on the sources you are given to compare! Write the first paragraph on points of comparison, and the second on points of contrast.

Paper 1:question 2 continued Before writing your answer read through the sources

carefully and underline key quotes you plan to use. If need be, use the scrap paper given to jot down what your key points will be - even if it’s is just key words, this might help you when it comes to writing the answer!

How should you write the answer?

Two separate paragraphs: "Both sources agree that ..... Source C says that ......... and Source D says that ....The sources also agree that ...... Source C says that ......... and Source D says that ....

Paper 1: Question 3 worth 6 marks, spend max 13 - 14 minutes. Evaluate the sources separately, with one paragraph for each

explaining their origin (if a primary source has been reprinted in another book, look at the original source not where it was re-printed!) and purpose (of the source as a whole, not just the specific extract) and what values and limitations these provide for a historian studying the given topic.

Before writing your answer read through the sources carefully, paying particular attention to the italicized 'origin' text above the source. Look carefully at what the source is saying and see if there are any signs of emotional language, etc., that might be useful in your response.

Paper 1: Question 3

Ideally you will find two clear values and two clear limitations per source, but it might turn out you find two values but only one limitation - don't worry if this happens, it is determined by the sources you are given, Indeed, make sure that you concentrate on giving values and limitations that are specific to the sources and not general comments (i.e. it is useful as it is a primary source; it is limited as it is a secondary source and the author wasn't there, etc. etc.)

How should you write the answer? Two separate paragraphs, each following this

structure:

Paper 1: question 3 "The origin of this source is ....... (what,

who, when, where - take from the source details) The purpose of this source is ...... (why it was made, for whom). The source is valuable because ...........(refer to origin). The source is also valuable because ......... (refer to purpose). The source is limited because ...........(refer to origin). The source is also limited because ......... (refer to purpose)."

Paper 1:Question 4 Question 4: (8 marks) Use the remaining time, (22 minutes).

Mini-essay, using a synthesis of all sources and own knowledge!

This is the most challenging question, and the one worth the most marks, which is why you need to allow enough time to produce a decent answer. It’s Crucial to remember that you must, must, must use all the sources and your own detailed and specific knowledge in your answer - if you use only the sources (and no own knowledge), or only own knowledge (and no sources), the maximum you can score is 5 marks. You must use a synthesis of sources and own knowledge to produce a clear response to the question! In this sense, it is just like a full essay: you need to focus on clearly addressing the question, developing a clear argument, and challenging any assumptions in the question if you can.

Paper 1: Question 4 continued This should be done in 3 paragraphs.1.) Answer the question and support with quotes from documents and own knowledge2.)The second paragraph could address the point from the other perspective. Make sure it is focused on the answer though.3.) Write a clear conclusion that balances the argument.

Paper 2: Causes Practices and Effects of War.May 14th: (95 min-25% of total grade)Topics:1. Causes Practices and Effects of war4. Nationalists and independence movements in Africa and Asia and post 1945 Central and Eastern European States.

Paper 2: Test taking tips You must answer 2 questions, selected

from different topics. (1 and 4 only!) Read the question carefully!!! Answer the specific set question, not

something similar which you have studied.

Approach the question thematically Define key terms/dates in introduction

Paper 2: Test taking tips Include “Sufficient, relevant,

accurate historical knowledge” in your essay to do well.

Use of historiography-Should be used to supplement relevant historical knowledge, not substitute for it. You should use quotes to support your argument.

Paper 2: Topic 1-Causes, Practices and Effects of War

Different types of war:-Civil-Guerilla-Limited-Total

Paper 2-Topic 1 -(material) Origins and causes of wars:

Long/short/immediate term causesEconomic, ideological, political,

religious

Paper 2-Topic 1-Material Nature of 20th century wars

technological developments, tactics, strategies, air, land and sea

Home front: economic and social impact (changing role and status of women)

Resistance and revolutionary movements

Paper2-Topic 1-MaterialEffects and results of wars:

Peace settlements and wars ending without treaties.

Attempts at collective security and pre and post WW2.

Political repercussions and territorial changes

Post-War economic problems

Paper 2-Topic 1-Material we have covered. First World War (1914-18) Europe: Spanish Civil war (1936-9) Second World War (1939-45) Asia and Oceania: Indo-Pakistani wars

( 1947-9, 1965 and 1971) 1st Indochina War and (Vietnam war)

Africa-Algerian war for Independence (1954-62)

Topic 4:

Nationalist and Independence movements in Africa, Asia and post-1945 Central and Eastern European States

Paper 2 Topic 4: overview An important development of the 20th century,

especially in the post-Second World War period, was the decline of imperial rule and the emergence of new states. This topic covers decolonization in Africa and Asia. It also covers the break-up of Soviet control in Eastern Europe, as well as the emergence of new states elsewhere in Europe. Emphasis should be placed on the origins and development of the nationalist and independence movements, the formation of post-colonial governments/new states, the problems facing new governments (both internal and external pressures) and attempts to solve them.

Paper 2-Topic 4-Overview Please note that students will not be

asked to compare and contrast the nationalist and independence movements in Africa and Asia with the new states in Europe post‑1945.

Paper 2: Topic 4-(Material)

Origins and rise of nationalist/independence movements in Africa and Asia:

Anti-colonialism (opposition to Belgian, British, Dutch, French, Portuguese colonial rule.)

Nationalism, political ideology, religionImpact of the two world wars and the cold

warOther factors fostering growth of

nationalist and independence movements

Paper 2: Topic 4-Themes Methods of achieving independence

in Africa and Asia:Armed struggleNon-Violent movements, elite and

mass movements.Role and importance of leaders of

nationalists/independence movementsPolitical organizations

Paper 2-Topic 4-Themes Formation of, and challenges to,

post-colonial governments/new states: Colonial legacy, neo-colonialism and Cold

War conflict with neighbors Lack of political experience Economic issues Social, religious and cultural issues Ethnic, racial and separatist movements

Paper 2-Topic 4-Covered Material Movements in Africa and Asia:

Algeria, Ghana, India and Pakistan, Indochina.Other possible movements in Africa:

Angola, Belgian Congo/Zaire and Rhodesia/ZimbabweLeaders:

Ben Bella (Algeria), Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam), Jinnah (Pakistan), Gandhi (India), Mugabe (Zimbabwe), Nkrumah (Ghana)

Paper 3: Aspects of history of the AMERICASMay 15th

2 ½ hours + 5min reading time.

35% of Grade.Complete Any three questions (45 min per question).See curriculum guide to select topics to review. Know three topics well!

Paper 3-Topic options Independence movements Nation-Building and challenges United States Civil War: causes,

course and effect 1840-77 The development of Modern nations

1865-1929 Emergence of the America in global

affairs 1880-1929

Paper 3-Topic options The Mexican Revolution 1910-40 The great Depression and the Americas 1929-

39 The second World War and the Americas

1933-45 Political developments in the Americas after

the Second World war 1945-79 The Cold War and the Americas 1945-1981 Civil Rights and social movements in the

Americas Into the 21st century-from 1980s to 2000

Recommendations from Carcione Topic 5: Emergence of the Americas in

global affairs 1880-1929 Topic 7: The great Depression and the

Americas 1929-39 Topic 10: The cold War and the

Americas 1945-1981 Topic 11: Civil Rights and Social

movements in the Americas (You need Canadian examples)