Absolutism Webquest: Task

All elements of this task must be posted to blog as a new post. The Part 1 is to be posted by the end of the day on Thursday, October 30. Part 2 is due in class on Monday, November 4.

PART 1:

Your team must compile a resume for your assigned monarch. Refer to the example that we looked at in class for ideas. This resume must include the following sections:

Objective Statement

• What is the purpose this resume? What do you [your assigned monarch] hope to accomplish by having someone read your resume?

Experience -

• What specific experience do you have that would qualify you for the position? List specific events from your life that would help explain why you are qualified for the position.
• Make sure to include positions that you held, titles you were given, and explanations of the actions that you took during particular events.

Accomplishments -

• What have you accomplished during your life that would make you look like an ideal candidate for the position? List specific accomplishments or awards that would make you appear to be the best candidate.

References -

• List the names and titles of two historical people that could talk about your qualities as a ruler. These two people should be able to give specific information about your experience, accomplishments, and abilities.

Post the resume to blog.


PART 2:

Your team must also select one person who will represent your monarch in an interview. That person must be ready to respond to the following questions about your monarch's qualifications (in class on November 3). Your team should compose short answers (complete sentences) to the following questions. Remember, you are trying to get a job here, so don't be afraid to toot your monarch's horn! Also, edit your work carefully. No one wants a monarch with poor grammar! These answers will be turned in to the dead Queen Finn on November 3.

1. What do you see as the biggest challenges the new monarch of Finngard will face? How will you deal with these challenges?

2. What special talents do you have as a ruler that will help you rule Finngard effectively?

3. Why are you the best monarch for the job?

This work must be posted by the end of the day on Thursday, October 30. All members of the class will review each candidate's resume by November 3.