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Year 12 Modern History
Assessment Task
Outcomes assessed by this task:
H1.1 describe the role of key features, issues, individuals, groups and events of selected twentieth century studies
H1.2 analyse and evaluate the role of key features, issues, individuals, groups and events of selected twentieth-century studies
H3.1 ask relevant historical questions
H3.2 locate, select and organize relevant information from different types of sources
H3.4 explain and evaluate differing perspectives and interpretations of the past
H4.1 use historical terms and concepts appropriately
H4.2 communicate a knowledge and understanding of historical features and issues, using appropriate and well-structured oral and written forms
Personality in the Twentieth Century – Albert Speer
Weighting of this task: 20% Research

There are two parts to this research assessment task: * Question A requires you to conduct research in order to answer a set question, and then write your response in timed conditions in class without your notes. You will have 20 minutes to answer this question in class. * Question B requires you to conduct research in order to answer a question and hand it in. You must have a bibliography.
Question A
Describe the role played by the personality you have studied in national AND/OR international history. 10 marks

Question B
‘People are swept along by events. Some individuals use events to advantage.’
How accurate is this statement in relation to the personality you have studied? 15 marks

I n your response to Question B you must clearly put forward your own argument, and include reference to the perspectives of two other historians from your own research. Question B must include a bibliography.
Answer this question in 1500 words.

Due Date:
1st June 2011.
Question A - will be written in your lesson June 1st.
Question B - both classes are to hand in Question B at the start of lunch in room E31 1st June.

There are

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