DBQ & Synthesis

Similarities
Use documents to support a thesis
Must cite sources
Read for 15 minutes (suggested)
Do not simply paraphrase -- no "laundry list"
Must "enter into a conversation"
Consider the author's purpose, audience, and point of view
Must develop a clear, organized argument

Differences

Sources provided
Documents provided

Primary and secondary sources used
Only primary sources used

Suggested writing time: 40 minutes
Suggested writing time: 45 minutes

Outside information not required
Outside information required

Must use a minimum of three sources
Expected to use more than half of the documents (not specifically stated in the directions)

Prompt in three parts: directions, introduction, and assignment
Directions with statement or question