How do individuals deal with the givens of life?
How does the historical context shape the individual’s perspective?

In this research project, you will investigate these
two questions on an individual who is both significant
to world history and has a profound outlook on life.

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Each student will construct a profile of their
individual. The profile will include:

• A brief synopsis of major events in this
  individual’s life (both external and personal)
• A detailed explanation of how the individual
  dealt with each of the givens of life
• An analysis of how external factors and
  philosophies from the individual’s context
  helped to form the above perspectives
• An interpretation and summation of the
  individual’s explanatory style and philosophy on life

The student will also present their
findings to the class in a 6-8 minute presentation.

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THE LIST

Students will use . . .

• 
  at least one major autobiography or biography (92)
• 
  printed biographical sources
  (including magazines, collective biographies (920),
  newspapers (minimum 3)
• 
  reliable electronic sources (minimum 3)

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You will be responsible for:

A written profile that includes:

• 
  A brief synopsis of major events in this
  individual’s life (both external and personal).
• A detailed explanation of how the individual
  dealt with each of the givens of life.
• An analysis of how external factors and
  philosophies from the individual’s context
  helped to form the above perspectives.
• An interpretation and summation of the
  individual’s explanatory style and
  philosophy on life.

The student will also present their findings to the class in a 6-8 minute presentation.

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• Information found matches information needed?
• Analysis is strong and insightful.
• Work is handed in on time.

Rubric:

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