South African History

Based on your knowledge of South African history, do you consider these novels (Thomas Mofolos Chaka and Zakes Mdas The Heart of Redness) to be historically accurate? At which points do you believe the author(s) embellish, add, or alter certain historical details, and for what reasons do you think they do this? In what way … Read more

History

One important process in human history was the transition from hunter-gatherer societies to settled complex civilizations. For this Milestone, you will identify the features of complex societies, analyze real historical examples, and discover how culture can shape civilizations. Delivery:This assignment consists of a six-paragraph essay and at least three images (which you will paste into … Read more

Inequality & Gentrification

Write a brief summary of the Unit that includes the following: Race (as social construct) Structural inequality, segregation in cities Redlining Slum, definition (Mayne and UN), population statistics Extreme poverty, stats Neoliberalism Addressing slums urban renewal Gentrification definition, precursors, relation to suburbs, Cape Town example Solutions to affordable housing Must include at least 3 citations … Read more

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The colonization of the Americas reflected the European attitudes and practices towards  conquered people. Excuses were made to justify exploitation, genocide, and theft of land. For instance, as we have read in chapter 2, the British used their invasion of Ireland as a “rehearsal” for their invasion of North America. In this case, the excuse … Read more

Establishing New Spain

Purpose: As discussed in the lecture, the establishment of Spanish colonial rule in Mesoamerica was uneven. Even with the widespread destruction caused by disease and forced labor, Indigenous people never disappeared and the Spanish never entirely replaced Indigenous forms of social and political life (and it was rarely advantageous for them to try). Our readings … Read more

History 111, Essay Two

By the assigned due dates, students will respond to ONE of the following questions on which to compose a 3-4-page essay (11 or 12-point font, double-spaced).  In addition to using websites, you should also use your textbook or other credible academic sources to help you in your research. You must also some of the sources … Read more

Drafting of the U.S. Constitution

Research Plan Preparation Worksheet Prompt: Replace the original questions with a revised version of that question, and one to two sentences explaining how you approached your revisions for that question to give your instructor insight on your revision process. Then, answer the questions about the primary sources below with the relevant information.  Research Question 1 … Read more

American History

How did the question of slavery emerge as a national issue by the time of the Revolution and the Constitutional Convention? Ultimately, how did the Constitution deal with the question of slavery? Do you find this to be an effective solution? Why/why not? 3-Page essay (excluding cover page and references). You should use a minimum … Read more

Separate Spheres

Read the two books Chapter 2: “The Seneca Falls Convention” (p. 37-44) Chapter 3: “A Feminist Friendship: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony” by Alice S. Rossi (p. 45-60) Answer the questions must use Chicago style footnotes and citations 1)In the Declaration of Sentiments, Stanton argues that more than the vote is at stake … Read more

Florence Nightingale & Mary Mahoney

Compare and contrast in three to four paragraphs, contrast two nursing models and theories found in your reading. Discuss how they are similar or different in the way the define/discuss health and wellness, illness, the client, the environment, and nursing. Summarize by selecting the one model or theory that aligns best with your beliefs and … Read more