sexuality in the U.S

LAB-2-

Please remember that your answers will be scored with high expectations; insightful and properly presented work is necessary to earn full points!

The questions below are designed to elicit a range of information, analysis and reactions; please avoid repeating ideas from one answer to another. Do let me know in class or via email if you’re unsure about how to proceed!

1. 2 points. What is the focus of the article? That is, what questions does it set out to address, or how does it situate one or more historical events to provide deeper insights into expressions and understandings of sexuality in historical context? Please include the page number(s) from which you derived your answer.

The author may list one or more research questions which the article answers, or may write something like “The purpose of the study was to . . .” or “In this article, I argue that . . . “ You may quote the author’s words directly; just be sure to use quotation marks and page numbers, AS WELL AS contextualizing or paraphrasing in your own words to make it clear that you understand the original.

2. 2 points. How does this article relate to or enhance the course readings and/or topics? (Please reference course readings by author and selection title as well as page number, if relevant)

3. 3 points.

a. List the types of historical evidence or primary sources discussed or cited in the article.

b. From the list in 3a, which sources do you find most convincing or compelling in the article—and why? Explain your answer in 3 to 4 sentences.

5. 3 points. In a paragraph or two, summarize the major findings or conclusions of the article; include page numbers from where you derived your answer.

Again, you may quote, but of course it should be clear that you understand the implications of what you’re quoting. Along with the specific page number of quoted material, include a brief paraphrase, or quote in a context that makes it very clear that you understand the source material.

6. 4 points. Write two to three paragraphs outlining why you selected this article AND your reactions to it.

7. 4 points. Write two to three paragraphs about the contributions this article makes to the history of sexuality. Your answer should be based upon the claims made, evidence cited, etc. in the article as well as the topics and approaches included in the course.