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Topic Question: Do non-human primates have culture? Discuss studies of non-human primate behaviour and the evidence for the development of culture, or "proto-culture" among non-human primates. How does this inform us of the behaviour of our earliest ancestors?
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This term paper is to be essay style, and include a title page (with word count), introduction, body, conclusion, and references cited list. It must be double-spaced in 12 point font with 1-inch (regular) margins, and be 4-6 pages (1000-1500 words) in length (excluding title page, tables, charts, images and references).
You must use a minimum of 5 peer- reviewed sources. You may, of course, use more than this, but at least 5 must be peer- reviewed. A template and grading rubric (how your grade is broken down) is attached.
You must learn to write within an assigned word count.
For this paper, make sure you do not go under 900 words, or over 1650 words, but do try your best to stay within the actual count. Don't forget to include your word count on your title page.
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Introduction
- give brief background to topic
- define key words or issues
- state your thesis (specific and debatable)
- why is this an important topic?
- outline main points (introduces your argument)
Body
- each main point needs its own paragraph(s)
- provide supporting details for your argument (e.g. describe a case study)
- demonstrate critical thinking - what do you think of what you have read? Remember,it's OK to disagree with an article, as long as you can back up your point!
- provide in-text citations (but not too many - try to write in your own words)
Conclusion
- recap your main points
- reiterate your thesis
- your final word, if any
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