HSY2601
FINAL PORTFOLIO Semester 1 2025
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Due Date: May 2025
SECTION A: REVIEW OF ASSESSMENT 1
Part 1: Writing an Introduction for an Essay
The introduction I wrote aimed to frame the historical question clearly by focusing on how
the French invasion of Egypt was not just a military campaign but also a cultural encounter
with lasting effects. I highlighted the central themes of knowledge production, colonial
representation, and gender to position the essay within broader historical debates. Balancing
background and a clear thesis was not too difficult because the historical context naturally
led into the argument. However, it was challenging to avoid providing too much background
while ensuring clarity.
To keep the introduction concise yet informative, I focused on the main ideas without
elaborating on details better suited for the body of the essay. I used strong topic sentences
and limited the scope to key issues that support the thesis. To ensure the introduction set up
a strong argument, I linked Napoleon’s intentions with the contrasting Egyptian response,
showing the complexity of cultural imperialism. If I were to rewrite it, I might clarify the thesis
more by explicitly stating the argument, for example: “This essay argues that cultural
resistance undermined France’s imperial ambitions.” That would make the central claim
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SECTION A: REVIEW OF ASSESSMENT 1
Part 1: Writing an Introduction for an Essay
The introduction I wrote aimed to frame the historical question clearly by focusing on
how the French invasion of Egypt was not just a military campaign but also a cultural
encounter with lasting effects. I highlighted the central themes of knowledge
production, colonial representation, and gender to position the essay within broader
historical debates. Balancing background and a clear thesis was not too difficult
because the historical context naturally led into the argument. However, it was
challenging to avoid providing too much background while ensuring clarity.
To keep the introduction concise yet informative, I focused on the main ideas without
elaborating on details better suited for the body of the essay. I used strong topic
sentences and limited the scope to key issues that support the thesis. To ensure the
introduction set up a strong argument, I linked Napoleon’s intentions with the
contrasting Egyptian response, showing the complexity of cultural imperialism. If I
were to rewrite it, I might clarify the thesis more by explicitly stating the argument, for
example: “This essay argues that cultural resistance undermined France’s imperial
ambitions.” That would make the central claim more focused and assertive from the
start.
Part 2: Creating an Annotated Bibliography
Reading and analysing multiple sources significantly deepened my understanding of
the French invasion of Egypt by revealing its complex cultural, political, and
ideological dimensions. Rather than seeing the invasion as purely military, the
sources highlighted how it was also an intellectual and symbolic act of domination.
Edward Said’s Orientalism was especially impactful because it provided a powerful
theoretical lens to understand how the French used knowledge as a tool for control,
framing Egypt as inferior and in need of Western guidance. Among the sources,
Said’s work was the most useful for my argument because it explained the deeper
ideological motivations behind colonialism and how these were reflected in French
cultural policies and scholarly activities. To determine each source's purpose and
audience, I examined the language, publication context, and author background. I
FINAL PORTFOLIO Semester 1 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: May 2025
SECTION A: REVIEW OF ASSESSMENT 1
Part 1: Writing an Introduction for an Essay
The introduction I wrote aimed to frame the historical question clearly by focusing on how
the French invasion of Egypt was not just a military campaign but also a cultural encounter
with lasting effects. I highlighted the central themes of knowledge production, colonial
representation, and gender to position the essay within broader historical debates. Balancing
background and a clear thesis was not too difficult because the historical context naturally
led into the argument. However, it was challenging to avoid providing too much background
while ensuring clarity.
To keep the introduction concise yet informative, I focused on the main ideas without
elaborating on details better suited for the body of the essay. I used strong topic sentences
and limited the scope to key issues that support the thesis. To ensure the introduction set up
a strong argument, I linked Napoleon’s intentions with the contrasting Egyptian response,
showing the complexity of cultural imperialism. If I were to rewrite it, I might clarify the thesis
more by explicitly stating the argument, for example: “This essay argues that cultural
resistance undermined France’s imperial ambitions.” That would make the central claim
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Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
, For additional support +27 81 278 3372
SECTION A: REVIEW OF ASSESSMENT 1
Part 1: Writing an Introduction for an Essay
The introduction I wrote aimed to frame the historical question clearly by focusing on
how the French invasion of Egypt was not just a military campaign but also a cultural
encounter with lasting effects. I highlighted the central themes of knowledge
production, colonial representation, and gender to position the essay within broader
historical debates. Balancing background and a clear thesis was not too difficult
because the historical context naturally led into the argument. However, it was
challenging to avoid providing too much background while ensuring clarity.
To keep the introduction concise yet informative, I focused on the main ideas without
elaborating on details better suited for the body of the essay. I used strong topic
sentences and limited the scope to key issues that support the thesis. To ensure the
introduction set up a strong argument, I linked Napoleon’s intentions with the
contrasting Egyptian response, showing the complexity of cultural imperialism. If I
were to rewrite it, I might clarify the thesis more by explicitly stating the argument, for
example: “This essay argues that cultural resistance undermined France’s imperial
ambitions.” That would make the central claim more focused and assertive from the
start.
Part 2: Creating an Annotated Bibliography
Reading and analysing multiple sources significantly deepened my understanding of
the French invasion of Egypt by revealing its complex cultural, political, and
ideological dimensions. Rather than seeing the invasion as purely military, the
sources highlighted how it was also an intellectual and symbolic act of domination.
Edward Said’s Orientalism was especially impactful because it provided a powerful
theoretical lens to understand how the French used knowledge as a tool for control,
framing Egypt as inferior and in need of Western guidance. Among the sources,
Said’s work was the most useful for my argument because it explained the deeper
ideological motivations behind colonialism and how these were reflected in French
cultural policies and scholarly activities. To determine each source's purpose and
audience, I examined the language, publication context, and author background. I
