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Directions:

1. Your answers should make use of the relevant literature discussed in class. You may also use any outside literature that you have come across while working on your class research paper.

2. You should be sure to use in-text citation and include a works cited list for each answer. Please be sure to use proper citation formatting.

3. Each answer should be between 300 Please provide a word count for each answer.

4. Answers should be typed, printed, and stapled. Emailed exams will not be accepted.

Helpful Hints & Tips:

1. Take a side and make an argument.

2. You are welcome to use examples discussed in class or from the “real world.” Examples can help to support your argument. However, examples should be used to enhance your argument and are not a substitute for using the book or the scholarly research literature from class.

3. Be sure to discuss any opposing viewpoints in the literature.

4. Don’t be afraid to be critical of the literature.

5. Have a clear organization for your answer. Have a clear introduction and thesis statement. Give a roadmap in your introduction. Use paragraphs, headings, subheadings, etc.

6. Edit your work! A well-crafted essay can greatly impact your ability to get your point across. You do not want your writing to get in the way of your ideas. Write in complete sentences and make sure to have good transitions.

7. Stay on point! It is easy in a comprehensive to go down a bunny trail. Always keep the question front and center so you stay on point. Answer the question.

Questions:

What is the difference between men and women’s political participation? Why do these differences exist? Do these differences matter?

1. Are men more successful than women in running for office? What barriers do female political candidates face? What can be done to see more women in elected office?