Significantly engage with the major arguments of at least one of the assigned texts for the course, and demonstrate an understanding of this text.
You should significantly and substantively engage with at least three (preferably more) different texts throughout the exam.
Essay response must provide a thoughtful and cohesive response to the questions, and not just regurgitate the class texts being referenced, although some summary and explanation of these texts is required to demonstrate your understanding of them.
You must cite all sources, including course texts. You really should only be using course texts.
EXAM QUESTION: Describe how an understanding of history is important for making sense of contemporary issues of crime, policing, or incarceration. Be specific about what history is needed to understand the issues you identify and why! Evaluate whether one of the authors (of your choice) draw on or present this history effectively.
