Category: History : History

what historical forces and events helped to forge this identity? In what specific ways has this identity been contested? Has this identity been broad and inclusive, or has it tended to create un-American or non-American “Others?”

What are some other turning points in American history that historians have emphasized or should emphasize?  How might these other turning points influence where new American history surveys begin and end? 

In order to write a strong essay, students must address the following .  (I recommend shaping these 5 prompts into 5 paragraph long answers): *See the below rubric for exact grading criteria.  Introduction Offer a brief summary of the book Include information about the author Introduce the three themes you will discuss in the review If you…

 In what specific ways has this identity been contested? Has this identity been broad and inclusive, or has it tended to create un-American or non-American “Others?”

Read “Confucius on Good Government”  on page 145 of your textbook. Answer the following questions using the information found in your the assigned reading.  Support your answers with at least two quotes from the assigned Source from the Past that explain why you feel the way that you do and how the information in the source supports…

Texas Exceptionalism For this Discussion Post, answer the following questions based on the assigned readings included within this Module: What do the author’s argue the ideology of Texas Exceptionalism stems from? What is the “spirit of individualism?” When did Texas become a Red State and how does that relate to Texas Exceptionalism or does it? Your reactions should focus…

In a well developed essay evaluate the ways the Columbian Exchange impacted the lives of Native Americans, Africans and Europeans. Your essay must contain a valid thesis statement and cite source outside material appropriately. You may use academic journal articles, historical essays and text to support your conclusions. Please use MLA or Chicago Style citation…

Guided Essay: 1. Start with an introduction: this should be at least 3-5 sentences that summarize the main idea behind your essay. You will identify which topic you selected and make your main point. 2. Next you move into the body of your essay. Here you will write at least 3 paragraphs that outline specific…

Prompt Submit a draft of the analysis of higher education portion of the analytical paper. Be sure to address all critical elements as listed below, and review the rubric for additional guidance. Specifically the following critical elements must be addressed: Analysis of Higher Education Explain how landmark legislative acts, regulatory acts, or social movements shaped…

R‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍ead Locke’s “The New Negro” and apply two of his characteristics of the Harlem Renaissance to one work from the other readings by Hughes, McKay, or Hurston. In what ways does the selection you chose convey the ideas in Locke’s definition? Learning objectives: strong opening thesis, development (500 words), SUPPORT (quota‌‍‍‌‌‍‌‌‌‌‌‍‍‍‌‌‌‌‍tions), objective tone (No “I”…