American History

The Rise of Industrial America

Answer the following question based on the information in the power point the article “The Rise of Industrial America” and the Documentary “The Men Who Built America” linked in slide 10 of the Turn of the Century Industrialization and Modernity powerpoint. Do you think industrialists like John D Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie were “Captains of […]

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Date: June 8th, 2022

Write an essay in which you explain how and why a neoliberal economic order, which first began to coalesce while Jimmy Carter was president, became institutionalized during Ronald Reagan’s first presidential term, even while wages mostly stagnated, the inequality between rich and poor greatly increased

Write an essay in which you explain how and why a neoliberal economic order, which first began to coalesce while Jimmy Carter was president, became institutionalized during Ronald Reagan’s first presidential term, even while wages mostly stagnated, the inequality between rich and poor greatly increased, and many people’s economic security became more precarious. (Be sure […]

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Date: June 8th, 2022

Response Paper: Lovecraft CountryEpisode 5

Response Paper: Lovecraft Country Episode 5: “Strange Case” Please respond to one of the discussion questions below. Responses should be about 250 typed words or more. Formal structure is not required. You will be evaluated on thoughtfulness, originality and specificity. Also, be sure to proofread the writing. Please submit the response paper via Assignments on […]

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Date: June 8th, 2022

The United States joined the United Nations in 1945. Since that time, some have claimed that belonging to the United Nations is unconstitutional. Conduct independent research on the United Nations and the United States’ role in being a part of that organization.

The United States joined the United Nations in 1945. Since that time, some have claimed that belonging to the United Nations is unconstitutional. Conduct independent research on the United Nations and the United States’ role in being a part of that organization. Answer this question: How does America’s role in being a part of the […]

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Date: June 8th, 2022

what the term “civic engagement” means.

This assignment is worth 20 points, and is to be uploaded to the course assignment box in D2L when complete. It is due by 5:00 PM, Monday, May 2nd, but feel free to submit early. In your submission, you should just include the three questions and your answer to each question. Step One: Read below […]

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Date: June 8th, 2022

Why you believe the turning point is in fact a significant moment in U.S. History. • Describe the causes and events that led to the turning point.

Why you believe the turning point is in fact a significant moment in U.S. History. • Describe the causes and events that led to the turning point. • Analyze how the turning point changed the course of history in the United States. • Evaluate the impact of the turning point on today’s society. Requirements: • […]

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Date: June 6th, 2022

After spending some time navigating through the primary source collection on the Salem Witch trials (http://salem.lib.virginia.edu/home.html), find one source that you think captures the main theme or themes of the Salem Witch Trials. What does your source reveals about the trials?

After spending some time navigating through the primary source collection on the Salem Witch trials (http://salem.lib.virginia.edu/home.html), find one source that you think captures the main theme or themes of the Salem Witch Trials. What does your source reveals about the trials? And more broadly speaking, what do the trials reveal about colonial society around the […]

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Date: June 6th, 2022

What was the Declaration of Independence all about? It was written by Thomas Jefferson but was probably not signed on July 4th, 1776. It was written after hostilities had broken out. Lexington, Concord, Bunker Hill had taken place a year earlier.

For this activity, topics should address content covered in Chapters 16 – 23 in the textbook. It is expected that, at a minimum, you are reading the assigned textbook chapters. You are encouraged to read collateral historical writings on topics covered in the textbook. This activity will consist of 10 separate journal entries; you will […]

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Date: June 6th, 2022

Examine how Cold War policy by the main players affected the smaller nation.

equired Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Chapter 7 Lesson Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook) Instructions Select one of the following smaller nations: Korea Vietnam Cambodia Cuba Another smaller nation of your choice with instructor approval For the initial post, address the following in relation to your […]

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Date: June 6th, 2022