Overview The purpose of this discussion is to evaluate the African American experience during the World War I era. Instructions For this discussion, review your readings for Unit 7 and read the following scenario carefully. Feel free to do research outside the course if you’d like other points of view. Scenario: John Smith was … Read more
I need you to read the article using the link below and answer the following questions. NO SHORDY WORK. 260 words minimum http://www.americanyawp.com/reader/23-the-great-depression/franklin-roosevelts-re-nomination-acceptance-speech-1936/ 1. How does President Roosevelt seek to redefine “freedom” and “tyranny.” Explain. 2. How do his definitions of freedom and tyranny represent a departure from the then traditional American understanding of the … Read more
His Highness, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson How was Andrew Jackson a new kind of American president? What can his personal style tell us about his approach to government? What was the impact of his presidency on the American government? Readings Yawp, Chapter 8 The Market Revolution and Chapter 9 Democracy in America
1. The Last Amazon What influenced William Moulton Marston’s creation of the Wonder Woman character? How does that connect to the Progressive Era? 2. Building a better world What were some major progressive movements of this era? What connected the movements? Readings Yawp, Chapter 20, “The Progressive Era”
1. A Renaissance Man In The Creed and The Prodigal Daughter, what are some of the new ways that Jill Lepore proposes to think about the life of Benjamin Franklin? How does she think that previous scholars have misinterpreted his life? 2. Adventure of a Liftime! Imagine that you are alive in England in the … Read more
What do John Hersey’s “Hiroshima” and Alex Wellerstein’s “Nagasaki” reveal about the dangers of the atomic age? How do they support their respective arguments? Readings Yawp, Chapter 24 World War II
Week 5 Objectives: Over the last four weeks you have learned about the origins of the U.S. Constitution, the three branches of the federal government, the U.S. Bill of Rights, and the role of the U.S. Supreme Court. In Week 5, you will reflect on the U.S. Constitution, its purpose in modern America, and … Read more
As you progressed through the exploration of American music the industry and genres transformed over time. As a future business leader, where do you see the music industry expanding to in the 21st century? What platforms do you believe will be utilized to reach the largest audience? Can American Music continue to compete on the … Read more
You will choose 2 of the 4 questions to answer. Your answers should be thoughtful, in depth and fully explain your understanding of the information. Remember, this is your opportunity to show what you know and understand. Make sure to give examples and evidence from readings to justify or explain your answers. Your answers should … Read more
What 2 new things did you learn about the “Mardi Gras Indians”?.