Final DBQ Essay: TheGreat Wall of China 3/21/25

In this assignment, you will paste your final essay on the DBQ Question: The Great Wall of China: Did the Benefits Outweigh the Costs? This DBQ focused on two of the early Chinese wall-building dynasties, the Qin ( “chin”; 221–206 BCE) and the Han (206 BCE–220 CE). It asked if all the effort was worth it.

Structure of a DBQ Essay

1. Introduction Paragraph

• Hook

• Historical Context

• Thesis Statement

2. Body Paragraphs

• Topic Sentence

• Evidence 1

• Commentary Set # 1

• Transition + Evidence 2

• Commentary Set # 2

• Concluding Sentence (Transition to next paragraph)

3. Conclusion Paragraph

• Restate Thesis: Rewrite your thesis in different words.

• Summarize Key Points: Briefly remind the reader of your main arguments.

• Final Thought: End with a connection to modern times, a lesson learned from history, or an insightful question.

  • However, history teaches us that great achievements often come with significant sacrifice. Today, nations continue to invest heavily in border security and infrastructure, raising the question: at what point do the costs of such projects outweigh their intended benefits?

Copy and paste your full essay below. This should have your introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs.