Posted: September 13th, 2017

Discourses on Salt and Iron

Discourses on Salt and Iron

READ – discourses on Salt and Iron (a debate on state control of commerce and industry in ancient China) by ESSON M.GALE.

You should be able to answer ‘yes’ to all of the questions.

a. Does your essay articulate a clear thesis/argument that is interesting and worth arguing for?
b. Is your thesis based on a thoughtful and critical reflection upon the texts and issues at hand?
c. Is your thesis/argument persuasive and well-supported with direct reference to the source material?
d. Do you present your ideas clearly, methodically and in a well-organized manner?
e. have your proofread your essay for spelling, grammar and syntax?