Writing assignments will be 2 pages (500 words)

1. At the top of the page , Do a one sentence introduction to the assignment explaining what you're answering to, and a concluding sentence as well.

2. Format the document with 1in. margins, Times New Roman, 12 pt., double-spaced, put references to all the facts an quotes (author-date).

Each prompt section should be one paragraph. They will be graded for:

• completion,

• logical argument,

• use of evidence such as course readings and current events

• coherent writing, and

• relevance to the prompt.

Answer all of the following questions:

1) Pick one definition of ideology and explain what functions ideology performs in inspiring, maintaining, or analyzing world order.

2) Pick one aspect of world order, such as the nation-state system or economic stratification, and explain why ideology is important for our understanding of that element of world order.

3) Identify an ideology or ideological conflict behind a current event of your choice.