Read the Section titled Resistance and Assimilation.
In your own words Describe how the federal boarding school system attempted to assimilate Native American Children. What is the Dawes act? Why would the Dawes Act be seen as an attempt to assimilate Native Americans?
2. Read the section titled Stock Stories and Assimilation.
In your own words What is assimilation? What do you see as the costs and benefits of assimilation? What do Conflict theorists have to say about assimilation?
3. Read the section titled The Legacy of Slavery Thesis.
In your own words Summarize the legacy of slavery thesis. How did slavery impact the structure of Black families post-slavery?
4. Read the section titled Invisible Fathers.
In your own words Describe the myth associated with Black Fathers. What does the research say about this myth? Additionally, discuss the barriers that Black Fathers face.
The best answers include: detail, examples from reading, specifics, and critical analysis. Thoroughly complete each question. (Remember: detail is good!)
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