The first written assignment centers on the importance of evidential support in historical argument. Read Yu-shih Chen’s article, “The
Historical Template of Pan Chao’s Nü Chieh,” (assigned in week 3), and critically assess the authors’ argument and evidence. In your analysis,
consult Ban Zhao (Pan Chao)’s Lessons for Women (Nü Chieh/Nüjie), included in Wang, Images of Women in Chinese Thought and Culture. Pay
particular attention to the manner in which the author uses and presents evidence in the article. Be sure to provide specific examples from the
text to illustrate your analysis.
