The Mexican American war was one of the most controversial wars ever fought in American history. The debate about entering the war was fought in Congress and in the Press. After reviewing the arguments for and against the war, evaluate the American justification for war. What were the Democratic and Whig arguments during the debate about declaring war? Which of the parties made the strongest […]

   Each week, you must complete a Journal based on the assigned prompts below. Integrate course reading and course videos as appropriate. Write as much as you need to fully address the scope of the prompt. * Journal 6 For Journal 6, consider how you can “embrace the awkward” as described in the course videos to cultivate authentic, lasting, and true Christian community. Be specific, […]

Discussion Question(s) The reading for this week was a grab bag of different perspectives on life under colonial rule, or “living in an empire.” They talked about the city and the countryside, religious life and secular life, popular culture, education, and intellectual development, and so on. Which of these sections struck you as being most interesting? Which struck you as being most important for the […]

After reading “What Can Be Learned from the Past?” and “Soviet Deception in the Cuban Missile Crisis,” identify any cognitive shortfalls associated with individual or group perception, memory, analysis, or biases associated with “Operation ANADYR.”     General Requirements 1. Document Format. a. MS Word document b. One-inch (1”) margins c. Times New Roman Font d. Twelve (12) pitch e. 3-4 pages, not including your title […]

After reviewing the sources on John Brown and his raid on Harper’s Ferry please discuss if you think John Brown is a hero or a terrorist. Does his cause determine the answer to this? Think about earlier in the semester when you discussed whether or not the Sons of Liberty were terrorists and the criteria that you used to make that decision. When applying that […]

  Due Week 5 and worth 100 points Choose ONE (1) of the categories listed below to focus on for this First Paper assignment. For your topic you must demonstrate knowledge of the terms and concepts of Chapter 1 and incorporate them into your paper. Write a paper in which you compare and contrast two (2) major Eastern religions (Hinduism; Buddhism; Taoism; Confucianism; Shinto) Begin your […]

Dixie’s Daughter’s Book Quiz Assignment Directions: After reading Dixie’s Daughters:  The United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Preservation of Confederate Culture:   please answer the following questions about the book.   Please note:  these are NOT simple 1-2 line answers.   Your answers should be substantial information that FULLY answers the question with some brief examples to show that you read the book.   YOU MAY ONLY USE […]

  Students are asked to review the developments and introduction of both garment types and new fabrications in the specified time frame and write a synopsis of no less than three pages (both sides) on the development of clothing during the Italian and Northern Renaissance, but specifically the Elizabethan period, particularly focusing on the details of both menswear and womenswear. Pictures/photos can be included in […]

1) Study the art/photo in this week’s primary sources for symbols of imperialism. Compare and contrast at least two pieces of art/photo to Rudyard Kipling’s poem “The White Man’s Burden. How is imperialism represented in these documents? Please describe details and reference artist names in your answer. 2) How did economic pressure and nationalism promote imperialism? Consider Ferry’s speech, Hobson’s critique, or the German samples […]

Watch the Movie “Frida” and write a 2.5-3 page response paper that answers the questions below. Rubric is attached. Will send link to movie. Each question can be it’s own paragraph.  What role did the politics of post-revolutionary Mexico play in Kahlo’s and Rivera’s lives? And what role did politics play in Kahlo’s and Rivera’s art? For Kahlo and Rivera, could their art and political […]