History – most important junctures to situate the
issue and give relevant background (1-2 pages)
Theory and Analysis: which theories best apply and
why? (2-3 pages)
(i) Competing hypotheses: how would the relevant
theories explain the issue and which
explanation is more persuasive and why.
d. Conclusion- restate main argument. Implication for
theory and future research/policy (1 page)