Choose one of the three essay questions below:
Essay questions:
1. What does the term comparative advantage mean? How has this concept helped to shape the
contemporary global economy?
2. Does globalisation enhance or diminish the ability of nation-states and the global community to
respond to criminal activity?
3. In what ways do contemporary models of globalisation help or hinder efforts to achieve
environmental sustainability?
In writing your essay you should be mindful of the following marking criteria:
Thesis statement/contention: Have you clearly and concisely answered the question/s? Have you
presented a logical argument that backs up your contention?
Evidence: Is the argument supported by enough evidence?
Structure and Organisation: Have you clearly introduced your evidence and explained
the significance of the evidence you have chosen to present? Does the essay have an introduction
and a conclusion? Does the essay have an appropriate paragraph structure?
Depth of research: Is there evidence of extensive reading and research using appropriate academic
sources?
Referencing: Have you referenced all direct quotes and sources that you have paraphrased? Does
your essay have a properly constructed reference list?
Expression and presentation: Have you communicated your ideas clearly and accurately? Are there
any spelling/grammatical errors or typos?
Accuracy: Are there any factual errors in your essay?