Semester 2 Homework
Please see my U.S. History Google Classroom for an important message (dated 4/7/20) about how will be organizing our online classes.
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Senior Project Portfolio -- Revised Deadline and Process of Submission
Hello Seniors:
Please note that in light of recent events, the deadline for completing your Senior Project Portfolios has been extended to Friday, April 3rd.
Please submit a copy of your Form D (Mentor Verification) and the Reflective Essay to Mr. Kaufman via email at [email protected] on or before that date.
If for some reason you have been unable to complete the required hours, or complete the necessary forms (Forms B & D), please let me know via e-mail.
Best,
Mr. K
Senior Project Portfolio -- Revised Deadline and Process of Submission
Hello Seniors:
Please note that in light of recent events, the deadline for completing your Senior Project Portfolios has been extended to Friday, April 3rd.
Please submit a copy of your Form D (Mentor Verification) and the Reflective Essay to Mr. Kaufman via email at [email protected] on or before that date.
If for some reason you have been unable to complete the required hours, or complete the necessary forms (Forms B & D), please let me know via e-mail.
Best,
Mr. K
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Please see the attached message for the Humanities Core.
Please see the attached message for the Humanities Core.
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Assignment #13: Classwork/Homework -- Analyzing the Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments & Rights.
With a partner, after reading the Seneca Falls Declaration (copy attached), complete the following in a single set of shared responses (for the 2 of you):
1. Select and define 5 unfamiliar vocabulary words;
2. Identify 3 of the most significant grievances AND 3 noteworthy resolutions; and
3. Imagine women (and some men) are meeting to hold a modern day women's rights convention. Write 3 new grievances AND 3 new resolutions for the modern era.
Be prepared to present and defend your selections during a subsequent class session.
Due: Tuesday, March 24th (the first day after the spring break).
Assignment #13: Classwork/Homework -- Analyzing the Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments & Rights.
With a partner, after reading the Seneca Falls Declaration (copy attached), complete the following in a single set of shared responses (for the 2 of you):
1. Select and define 5 unfamiliar vocabulary words;
2. Identify 3 of the most significant grievances AND 3 noteworthy resolutions; and
3. Imagine women (and some men) are meeting to hold a modern day women's rights convention. Write 3 new grievances AND 3 new resolutions for the modern era.
Be prepared to present and defend your selections during a subsequent class session.
Due: Tuesday, March 24th (the first day after the spring break).
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Assignment #12: Reading & Note Taking -- Birth of the American Women's Movement
Read, The Americans, pp. 235 - 9 (Women & Reform) and take two pages of Cornell notes summarizing the main ideas.
Also, write 2 higher level analytical or synthesis questions based on the reading selection. (You need not respond to your questions,)
Due: Your notes may be written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Wednesday, March 11th.
Assignment #12: Reading & Note Taking -- Birth of the American Women's Movement
Read, The Americans, pp. 235 - 9 (Women & Reform) and take two pages of Cornell notes summarizing the main ideas.
Also, write 2 higher level analytical or synthesis questions based on the reading selection. (You need not respond to your questions,)
Due: Your notes may be written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Wednesday, March 11th.
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Assignment #11: Classwork & Homework -- State of American Women: Research Inquiry
Please complete the following assignment which we began in class on Thursday, March 5th.
Directions:
A. With a partner, based on the Time Magazine report we reviewed in class, select 1 aspect of changing American women's roles which you find particularly interesting.
B. Write an inquiry question based on A. above which both you and your partner will investigate.
(This should be a higher-order analytical question.)
C. Conduct research online which collects data and information responding to your question.
D. Independently, write a brief (1 -1 1/2 page) summary/reflection of your research findings. Each partner should write their own summary/reflection.
E. Please come prepared to share your research findings next class.
Due: Your responses may be typed or handwritten neatly in ink and are due on Monday, March 9th.
Assignment #11: Classwork & Homework -- State of American Women: Research Inquiry
Please complete the following assignment which we began in class on Thursday, March 5th.
Directions:
A. With a partner, based on the Time Magazine report we reviewed in class, select 1 aspect of changing American women's roles which you find particularly interesting.
B. Write an inquiry question based on A. above which both you and your partner will investigate.
(This should be a higher-order analytical question.)
C. Conduct research online which collects data and information responding to your question.
D. Independently, write a brief (1 -1 1/2 page) summary/reflection of your research findings. Each partner should write their own summary/reflection.
E. Please come prepared to share your research findings next class.
Due: Your responses may be typed or handwritten neatly in ink and are due on Monday, March 9th.
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Assignment #10: The Voices of American Women
See the attached handout for a detailed description of this project's requirements and deadlines.
Due:
1. Identify interviewee & write 10 provocative interview questions (typed): Wednesday, Feb. 26th.
2. Final Reflection Paper: Monday, March 30th.
Assignment #10: The Voices of American Women
See the attached handout for a detailed description of this project's requirements and deadlines.
Due:
1. Identify interviewee & write 10 provocative interview questions (typed): Wednesday, Feb. 26th.
2. Final Reflection Paper: Monday, March 30th.
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Assignment #9: Reading & Annotation -- "You've Come a Long Way, Baby."
Read and annotate the attached article entitled "You've Come a Long Way, Baby (Or Have You?).
Also, on a separate sheet of paper, write 3 thought provoking questions you would like to explore about women's history, modern women's issues, or the roles played by women in American society.
Due: Monday, February 24th.
Assignment #9: Reading & Annotation -- "You've Come a Long Way, Baby."
Read and annotate the attached article entitled "You've Come a Long Way, Baby (Or Have You?).
Also, on a separate sheet of paper, write 3 thought provoking questions you would like to explore about women's history, modern women's issues, or the roles played by women in American society.
Due: Monday, February 24th.
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Assignment #8: Modern Labor Union Research & Reflection
Visit the websites of 2 or more modern labor federations and/or unions. Skim the contents of these websites, and read 3 articles. At the top of your written reflection, list the titles of these articles and their topics.
Next, write a 1 typewritten page refection responding to the following:
Useful Labor Union Websites:
AFL-CIO: aflcio.org/
Change to Win: www.changetowin.org/
Fight for $15: fightfor15.org/
Service Employees International Union (SEIU): www.seiu.org
California Nurses Association (CNA): www.nationalnursesunited.org/california-nurses-association
Due: Your reflection should be typed, or written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Thursday, February 20th.
Assignment #8: Modern Labor Union Research & Reflection
Visit the websites of 2 or more modern labor federations and/or unions. Skim the contents of these websites, and read 3 articles. At the top of your written reflection, list the titles of these articles and their topics.
Next, write a 1 typewritten page refection responding to the following:
- What did you discover about the concerns, issues, challenges, actions, and achievements of the modern labor movement?
- Based on your reading, what is your overall impression of labor unions, and the future of the American labor movement?
- On balance, do unions currently play a positive or negative role in the American economy and the lives of American workers?
Useful Labor Union Websites:
AFL-CIO: aflcio.org/
Change to Win: www.changetowin.org/
Fight for $15: fightfor15.org/
Service Employees International Union (SEIU): www.seiu.org
California Nurses Association (CNA): www.nationalnursesunited.org/california-nurses-association
Due: Your reflection should be typed, or written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Thursday, February 20th.
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Assignment #7: Quiz Preparation -- Labor History
On Tuesday, February 18th, students will complete a quiz covering the following topics. This is a closed-book, closed-note quiz. Please study and come prepared to do your best work.
Due: Tuesday, February 18th.
Assignment #7: Quiz Preparation -- Labor History
On Tuesday, February 18th, students will complete a quiz covering the following topics. This is a closed-book, closed-note quiz. Please study and come prepared to do your best work.
- What is a labor union? What basic purpose does a union serve?
- How are unions established at a workplace? What are the steps in the process?
- What do unions do?
- What historical conditions led to the emergence of labor unions in the 19th century, and what obstacles and challenges did unions encounter in their efforts to organize workers?
Due: Tuesday, February 18th.
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Assignment #6: Reading Qs -- Labor Unions Emerge
Read The Americans, pp. 426-33. Then, respond to the following in well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Your responses should be typewritten, or written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Wednesday, February 5th.
Assignment #6: Reading Qs -- Labor Unions Emerge
Read The Americans, pp. 426-33. Then, respond to the following in well-developed paragraphs.
- What conditions led workers to organize unions at the end of the 19th century? What strategies and methods did they employ? What errors did they commit?
- What obstacles did unions confront in organizing workers? What role did the federal government play?
- What is your view of the modern labor movement? Would you ever consider joining a union? Why or why not?
Due: Your responses should be typewritten, or written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Wednesday, February 5th.
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Assignment #5: Reading and Reflection: The Jungle
Read and annotate (for yourself) Chapter 3 of Upton Sinclair's The Jungle (handout; attached) and select 3 noteworthy passages. Then, for each passage, write a well-developed paragraph discussing how Sinclair uses descriptive language, imagery, metaphor, and/or symbolism to deliver his social commentary and critique.
Due: Tuesday, January 28th.
Assignment #5: Reading and Reflection: The Jungle
Read and annotate (for yourself) Chapter 3 of Upton Sinclair's The Jungle (handout; attached) and select 3 noteworthy passages. Then, for each passage, write a well-developed paragraph discussing how Sinclair uses descriptive language, imagery, metaphor, and/or symbolism to deliver his social commentary and critique.
Due: Tuesday, January 28th.
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Assignment #4: Reading Qs -- The Rise of Big Business
Read The Americans, pp. 421-5, and respond the following in separate well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Friday, January 24th.
Assignment #4: Reading Qs -- The Rise of Big Business
Read The Americans, pp. 421-5, and respond the following in separate well-developed paragraphs.
- In your own words, define the theory of Social Darwinism. Is it true? If so, how? If not, in what respects? Does it adequately and fully explain the reasons for economic success and failure in capitalist economies like the United States?
- Are business leaders like Andrew Carnegie, J.P. Morgan, and J.D. Rockefeller more accurately referred to as "Robber Barons" or "Captains of Industry"? Considering both their sharp business practices, as well as their charitable activities, do you agree more with their critics or admirers? Why?
- Analyze and interpret the political cartoon appearing on page 424.
Due: Friday, January 24th.
Assignment #3: Reading Response -- "The Flight from Conversation."
Read the "The Flight from Conversation" (attached) and respond to the following questions in a single, multi-paragraph, narrative of approximately 1 to 1 1/2 pages.
Q: According to the author, how is our use of cellphones and social media changing the way we communicate and who we are?
Q: Is it improving or harming the quality of our social relationships?
Q: How does electronic communication differ from face-to-face conversation? What are its advantages and disadvantages? Is there a special etiquette to electronic communication?
Discuss the issues raised by the author and the impact of social media on communication, relationships, and our lives.
Due: Your response should be typed or handwritten neatly in pen and is due on Friday, January 17th.
Read the "The Flight from Conversation" (attached) and respond to the following questions in a single, multi-paragraph, narrative of approximately 1 to 1 1/2 pages.
Q: According to the author, how is our use of cellphones and social media changing the way we communicate and who we are?
Q: Is it improving or harming the quality of our social relationships?
Q: How does electronic communication differ from face-to-face conversation? What are its advantages and disadvantages? Is there a special etiquette to electronic communication?
Discuss the issues raised by the author and the impact of social media on communication, relationships, and our lives.
Due: Your response should be typed or handwritten neatly in pen and is due on Friday, January 17th.
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Assignment #2: 2019 News Quiz
Complete the attached 2019 News Quiz. First, challenge yourself to complete the quiz without using the Answer Bank. Then complete the quiz with the Answer Bank, as necessary. We'll review the correct responses together on Monday.
Due: Monday, January 13th.
Assignment #2: 2019 News Quiz
Complete the attached 2019 News Quiz. First, challenge yourself to complete the quiz without using the Answer Bank. Then complete the quiz with the Answer Bank, as necessary. We'll review the correct responses together on Monday.
Due: Monday, January 13th.
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Assignment #1: Creative Writing -- Jacob Riis & Lewis Hine Stories
Compose a short piece of creative writing (1½ to 2 pages in length, typewritten) inspired by your selected photograph from the works of Jacob Riis or Lewis Hine.
Possible Formats:
Please remember to exercise historical empathy in composing your piece, that is, write from the point of view of the photograph’s subject, the photographer, or someone else living during the time period in which the photograph was taken.
American Photography Websites
Due: Monday, January 13th.
Assignment #1: Creative Writing -- Jacob Riis & Lewis Hine Stories
Compose a short piece of creative writing (1½ to 2 pages in length, typewritten) inspired by your selected photograph from the works of Jacob Riis or Lewis Hine.
Possible Formats:
- An excerpt from a biography or autobiography
- A newspaper article or editorial
- A scene from a novel, play or screenplay
- A letter to a family member
- Some other narrative format (with prior approval)
Please remember to exercise historical empathy in composing your piece, that is, write from the point of view of the photograph’s subject, the photographer, or someone else living during the time period in which the photograph was taken.
American Photography Websites
- Jacob Riis: How the Other Half Lives
- History Place: Child Labor
Due: Monday, January 13th.
Semester 1 Homework
Assignment #20: Reading Q's: The Rise of the Cities
Read "The Problems of Urbanization" (The Americans, pp. 446-51). Then, respond the following questions in well-developed paragraphs, charts, and/or Cornell note form as best suits the question and your study habits. Whichever format(s) you select, be sure to be THOROUGH and COMPREHENSIVE.
1. Why did U.S. cities grow so rapidly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
2. What problems did rapid urbanization cause for the cities and their residents?
3. What solutions were adopted to address each of these problems?
4. Do any of the problems identified in 2 above persist in the U.S. today? If so, describe how they are similar or different. Are there new problems or challenges created by urbanization in the 21st century?
Due: Thursday, December 12th.
Read "The Problems of Urbanization" (The Americans, pp. 446-51). Then, respond the following questions in well-developed paragraphs, charts, and/or Cornell note form as best suits the question and your study habits. Whichever format(s) you select, be sure to be THOROUGH and COMPREHENSIVE.
1. Why did U.S. cities grow so rapidly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
2. What problems did rapid urbanization cause for the cities and their residents?
3. What solutions were adopted to address each of these problems?
4. Do any of the problems identified in 2 above persist in the U.S. today? If so, describe how they are similar or different. Are there new problems or challenges created by urbanization in the 21st century?
Due: Thursday, December 12th.
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Classwork Assignment #19 (continued): "One Good Paragraph" -- "America & I."
After completing the first part of this assignment (below), write 1 good body paragraph addressing the guiding question. Do not expect to answer the question completely. Rather, imagine you are writing a larger essay addressing this topic and are now composing a single well-developed body paragraph for that essay.
Be sure that your essay develops a single important idea. Also, please incorporate a quotation, paraphrase, or both in the body of your essay, and thoroughly analyze its significance.
Due: Friday, December 6th.
Classwork Assignment #19 (continued): "One Good Paragraph" -- "America & I."
After completing the first part of this assignment (below), write 1 good body paragraph addressing the guiding question. Do not expect to answer the question completely. Rather, imagine you are writing a larger essay addressing this topic and are now composing a single well-developed body paragraph for that essay.
Be sure that your essay develops a single important idea. Also, please incorporate a quotation, paraphrase, or both in the body of your essay, and thoroughly analyze its significance.
Due: Friday, December 6th.
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Classwork Assignment #19: Collecting Evidence: "America & I."
Identify and analyze 4 quotations from the short story "America & I" which would enable you respond to the following question:
"What does the author (Yserskia) discover about America and herself? How do her experiences as an immigrant shape and alter her view of the American Dream?"
Please record your quotations and analyses in a 2 column chart, with the quotations on the left and the corresponding analyses (bullet points or brief sentences) on the right.
Remember, the purpose of this exercise is for you to collect evidence from the reading which
you might use in responding to the global question. You need not answer the question at this point, but the quotations you select should be directed at addressing the question.
A copy of "America & I" is attached.
Due: We will complete this assignment in class on Friday, December 6th.
Classwork Assignment #19: Collecting Evidence: "America & I."
Identify and analyze 4 quotations from the short story "America & I" which would enable you respond to the following question:
"What does the author (Yserskia) discover about America and herself? How do her experiences as an immigrant shape and alter her view of the American Dream?"
Please record your quotations and analyses in a 2 column chart, with the quotations on the left and the corresponding analyses (bullet points or brief sentences) on the right.
Remember, the purpose of this exercise is for you to collect evidence from the reading which
you might use in responding to the global question. You need not answer the question at this point, but the quotations you select should be directed at addressing the question.
A copy of "America & I" is attached.
Due: We will complete this assignment in class on Friday, December 6th.
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Read The Americans, pp. 438-443 and respond to the following questions in separate well-developed paragraphs:
Due: Wednesday, December 4th.
Read The Americans, pp. 438-443 and respond to the following questions in separate well-developed paragraphs:
- What trends or events in other countries prompted people to migrate to the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
- What difficulties/challenges did these immigrants encounter? What strategies did they adopt for survival?
- How was nativism demonstrated by U.S. citizens in the late 19th and early 20th centuries? What actions did the U.S. government and private nativist organizations take to discourage or restrict immigration?
Due: Wednesday, December 4th.
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Assignment #17: Moot Court Preparation -- Religious Freedom Cases
Prepare for your assigned court case. Attorney groups should assign roles, including opening statements, rebuttals (all), and closing statements. Anticipate your opponents arguments, and prepare responses. Judges should prepare questions for both sides of the case.
Also, read all of the "Case Summaries" so that you are generally familiar which each of the cases which will be argued in class.
Come prepared to shine !!!
The following students, who were absent on Friday, November 15th, have been assigned to the following cases and roles. Please do your best to prepare for your case prior to class on Tuesday, November 19th. Stop by and see Mr. Kaufman if you have any questions.
Kenya Atrisco -- Judge on Case #1
Anette De La Pena -- Plaintiff's Attorney -- Case #6
Brianna Pardo -- Defendant's Attorney -- Case #6
Lizeth Pulido -- Judge -- Case #6
Due: Tuesday, November 19th.
Assignment #17: Moot Court Preparation -- Religious Freedom Cases
Prepare for your assigned court case. Attorney groups should assign roles, including opening statements, rebuttals (all), and closing statements. Anticipate your opponents arguments, and prepare responses. Judges should prepare questions for both sides of the case.
Also, read all of the "Case Summaries" so that you are generally familiar which each of the cases which will be argued in class.
Come prepared to shine !!!
The following students, who were absent on Friday, November 15th, have been assigned to the following cases and roles. Please do your best to prepare for your case prior to class on Tuesday, November 19th. Stop by and see Mr. Kaufman if you have any questions.
Kenya Atrisco -- Judge on Case #1
Anette De La Pena -- Plaintiff's Attorney -- Case #6
Brianna Pardo -- Defendant's Attorney -- Case #6
Lizeth Pulido -- Judge -- Case #6
Due: Tuesday, November 19th.
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Assignment #16: Establishment of Religion in Public Schools & Moot Court Case Summaries
Part 1: Establishment of Religion in Public Schools
Please complete the case analyses we began in class. See the attached handout. You may submit one set of responses per partnership.
Remember, your analyses should consist of a pro/con "T chart" listing 2 or 3 arguments supporting the view that the particular school policy is constitutional (DOES NOT establish religion) and, conversely, that the school policy is unconstitutional (DOES establish religion).
Then, write a concluding paragraph stating how you would decide the case and presenting the reasons for your decision.
Part 2: Moot Court Case Overviews
Please read the attached Case Overviews for all 6 cases which will be presented during our moot court hearings. Please familiarize yourselves with the basic facts of each case.
Due: Friday, November 15th.
Assignment #16: Establishment of Religion in Public Schools & Moot Court Case Summaries
Part 1: Establishment of Religion in Public Schools
Please complete the case analyses we began in class. See the attached handout. You may submit one set of responses per partnership.
Remember, your analyses should consist of a pro/con "T chart" listing 2 or 3 arguments supporting the view that the particular school policy is constitutional (DOES NOT establish religion) and, conversely, that the school policy is unconstitutional (DOES establish religion).
Then, write a concluding paragraph stating how you would decide the case and presenting the reasons for your decision.
Part 2: Moot Court Case Overviews
Please read the attached Case Overviews for all 6 cases which will be presented during our moot court hearings. Please familiarize yourselves with the basic facts of each case.
Due: Friday, November 15th.
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Assignment #15: Reading Q's -- Freedom of Religion
Read the handout entitled "How Has Your Right to Freedom of Religion Been Guaranteed?" and respond to the 2 questions appearing on the last page, using well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Wednesday, November 13th.
Assignment #15: Reading Q's -- Freedom of Religion
Read the handout entitled "How Has Your Right to Freedom of Religion Been Guaranteed?" and respond to the 2 questions appearing on the last page, using well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Wednesday, November 13th.
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Assignment #14: European Colonization Exam
Please study for the European Colonization Exam which will be held on Friday, October 25th.
You may prepare and use a 3" x 5" note card (both sides) on the exam.
Due: Friday, October 25th. Please don't be late to 1st block as you will need the full time to complete the exam.
Below I have attached the study guides created by your peers to assist you in preparing for the test.
Assignment #14: European Colonization Exam
Please study for the European Colonization Exam which will be held on Friday, October 25th.
- The exam will consist of 4 short answer questions (1 required; 3 of your choice), one essay, and a geography portion which requires you to identify the locations of: Jamestown; the Massachusetts Bay Colony; New Netherlands/New York; and Penn's Colony.
- The required short answer question is: "What were the Puritans' major beliefs and values?".
- The essay prompt is: "How did the values, experiences, and lifestyles of the early European colonists help shape modern American values and the "American Identity"?
You may prepare and use a 3" x 5" note card (both sides) on the exam.
Due: Friday, October 25th. Please don't be late to 1st block as you will need the full time to complete the exam.
Below I have attached the study guides created by your peers to assist you in preparing for the test.
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Assignment #13: Project -- European Colonization of North America
Please see the attached descriptor for the details regarding this project.
The project work schedule and critical deadlines are as follows:
Group Work and Computer Research: Monday, October 14th & Wednesday, October 16th.
Group Presentations: Monday, October 21st.
(If you are absent on the presentation day for any reason you must notify your group in advance and make alternative arrangements to complete this project.)
Review Lecture: Wednesday, October 23rd.
Culminating Examination: Friday, October 25th. The exam will consist of several short answer questions, one comprehensive essay, and some geographic identification.
Assignment #13: Project -- European Colonization of North America
Please see the attached descriptor for the details regarding this project.
The project work schedule and critical deadlines are as follows:
Group Work and Computer Research: Monday, October 14th & Wednesday, October 16th.
Group Presentations: Monday, October 21st.
(If you are absent on the presentation day for any reason you must notify your group in advance and make alternative arrangements to complete this project.)
Review Lecture: Wednesday, October 23rd.
Culminating Examination: Friday, October 25th. The exam will consist of several short answer questions, one comprehensive essay, and some geographic identification.
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Assignment #12: Recent Immigration Controversies – Reading & Reflection
Visit the websites of several reputable major news sources (e.g., The New York Times; The Washington Post; The Los Angeles Times; The Wall Street Journal; The Christian Science Monitor). Identify and read 3 articles on an immigration-related topic of strong personal interest.
Write a 1- 1½ typewritten page reflection paper analyzing the material you have reviewed and discussing, specifically, what you discovered about issues related to recent immigration to the U.S. Be sure to state your views on the topic in the concluding paragraph. Also, pose a thought-provoking discussion question for use in class.
At the end of your reflection paper identify the 3 articles you read using proper MLA citation format.
Due: Friday, October 4th.
Assignment #12: Recent Immigration Controversies – Reading & Reflection
Visit the websites of several reputable major news sources (e.g., The New York Times; The Washington Post; The Los Angeles Times; The Wall Street Journal; The Christian Science Monitor). Identify and read 3 articles on an immigration-related topic of strong personal interest.
Write a 1- 1½ typewritten page reflection paper analyzing the material you have reviewed and discussing, specifically, what you discovered about issues related to recent immigration to the U.S. Be sure to state your views on the topic in the concluding paragraph. Also, pose a thought-provoking discussion question for use in class.
At the end of your reflection paper identify the 3 articles you read using proper MLA citation format.
Due: Friday, October 4th.
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Assignment #11: Reading Q's - The Great Immigration Debate
Read the article entitled “The Great Immigration Debate” (attached) and respond to the following in separate well-developed paragraphs:
1. Throughout America history what arguments have been advanced by those who favor immigration and by those who oppose it? In other words, what have been the competing views in the so-called “Great Immigration Debate”?
2. What specific actions, policies and proposals has President Trump advanced on the issues surrounding legal and illegal immigration?
3. What does Professor Gary Gerstle mean on page 13 when he states, “The immigration debate is bound up with fears about America becoming a majority-minority country?” Is he right? If so, how? If not, why not?
Due: Your responses should be typed or handwritten neatly in ink, and are due on Wednesday, October 2nd.
Assignment #11: Reading Q's - The Great Immigration Debate
Read the article entitled “The Great Immigration Debate” (attached) and respond to the following in separate well-developed paragraphs:
1. Throughout America history what arguments have been advanced by those who favor immigration and by those who oppose it? In other words, what have been the competing views in the so-called “Great Immigration Debate”?
2. What specific actions, policies and proposals has President Trump advanced on the issues surrounding legal and illegal immigration?
3. What does Professor Gary Gerstle mean on page 13 when he states, “The immigration debate is bound up with fears about America becoming a majority-minority country?” Is he right? If so, how? If not, why not?
Due: Your responses should be typed or handwritten neatly in ink, and are due on Wednesday, October 2nd.
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Assignment #10: The Nature of History
Read and annotate "The Nature of History" (attached).
Then, respond to the 2 questions appearing on page 20 in separate, well-developed paragraphs.
Also, write your own thought-provoking, analytical discussion question based on the reading. (You need not answer your question in writing, but be prepared to discuss it in class.)
Due: Your responses should be typed or handwritten neatly in ink, and are due on Thursday, September 26th.
Read and annotate "The Nature of History" (attached).
Then, respond to the 2 questions appearing on page 20 in separate, well-developed paragraphs.
Also, write your own thought-provoking, analytical discussion question based on the reading. (You need not answer your question in writing, but be prepared to discuss it in class.)
Due: Your responses should be typed or handwritten neatly in ink, and are due on Thursday, September 26th.
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Step #2: Synthesis, Evaluation & Reflection
Respond to each of the following in multiple well-developed paragraphs for each question:
1. How do the 3 accounts of the Columbus legend differ? How are they similar? Focus on:
** Topics Selected ** Claims Made
** Evidence Used ** Author’s Diction
2. Which of the 3 accounts is most credible? Why? Cite specific evidence to support your view.
3. How does Zinn’s version (People’s History) differ from those typically taught in elementary and middle schools? Why? What is Zinn asserting about the nature of historical writing on pages 8-10?
Due: Tuesday, September 24th.
Step #2: Synthesis, Evaluation & Reflection
Respond to each of the following in multiple well-developed paragraphs for each question:
1. How do the 3 accounts of the Columbus legend differ? How are they similar? Focus on:
** Topics Selected ** Claims Made
** Evidence Used ** Author’s Diction
2. Which of the 3 accounts is most credible? Why? Cite specific evidence to support your view.
3. How does Zinn’s version (People’s History) differ from those typically taught in elementary and middle schools? Why? What is Zinn asserting about the nature of historical writing on pages 8-10?
Due: Tuesday, September 24th.
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Assignment #8: The Columbus Legend (continued).
Step #1: Collecting Evidence, Close Reading & Note-Taking.
Please continue your background reading on the Columbus Legend by annotating and taking 2 pages of Cornell Notes on the following excerpt (copy attached):
Also, if you did not do already do so, complete your 2 pages of Cornell notes on the readings referred to in Assignment #7, below.
Due: Wednesday, September 18th.
Assignment #8: The Columbus Legend (continued).
Step #1: Collecting Evidence, Close Reading & Note-Taking.
Please continue your background reading on the Columbus Legend by annotating and taking 2 pages of Cornell Notes on the following excerpt (copy attached):
- A Peoples History of the United States (pp. 1-11).
Also, if you did not do already do so, complete your 2 pages of Cornell notes on the readings referred to in Assignment #7, below.
Due: Wednesday, September 18th.
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Assignment #7: The Columbus Legend & Historiography
Step #1: Collecting Evidence, Close Reading & Note-Taking.
Annotate and take 2 pages of Cornell Notes on each of the following readings (copies attached):
As you read and annotate these texts consider the following:
Use the right column of your Cornell notes to summarize the key events and ideas drawn from the text. In the left column record any commentary, analysis, comparison, and questions which come to mind as you analyze the readings.
Due: Monday, September 16th.
Assignment #7: The Columbus Legend & Historiography
Step #1: Collecting Evidence, Close Reading & Note-Taking.
Annotate and take 2 pages of Cornell Notes on each of the following readings (copies attached):
- The Americans (your textbook), pp. 27-9.
- The American Pageant (A.P. U.S. History text), pp. 14-5.
As you read and annotate these texts consider the following:
- Argument: What does the author claim?
- Evidence: What evidence is offered to support the author’s claims?
- Purpose: What is the author’s goal? How does she want to make me feel? What does she want me to believe?
- Diction: What words and phrases does the author use to present her account and persuade me she is right?
- Selection: Which topics and types of evidence does the author use, and which are left out?
Use the right column of your Cornell notes to summarize the key events and ideas drawn from the text. In the left column record any commentary, analysis, comparison, and questions which come to mind as you analyze the readings.
Due: Monday, September 16th.
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Assignment #6: Geopolitical Map of the United States
Follow the instructions on the attached handout to complete the mapping activity we began in class on Friday. Also, see the attached historical map for details in U.S. territorial expansion.
Due: Tuesday, September 10th.
Assignment #6: Geopolitical Map of the United States
Follow the instructions on the attached handout to complete the mapping activity we began in class on Friday. Also, see the attached historical map for details in U.S. territorial expansion.
Due: Tuesday, September 10th.
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Assignment #5: Course Overview & Topic Outline
1. Read the Course Overview & Topic Outline (attached). After reviewing the Topic Outline, respond to the following in a well-developed paragraph or two:
Q: Which time period in American History holds the greatest interest for you? Why?
2. Also, please study for the U.S. History Timeline Quiz (see Assignment #3 below). In preparing for the quiz you may wish to use the Quizlet which was graciously created by Anette De La Pena, and can be found here.
Deadline: Your responses may be typed, or written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Friday, August 30th.
Assignment #5: Course Overview & Topic Outline
1. Read the Course Overview & Topic Outline (attached). After reviewing the Topic Outline, respond to the following in a well-developed paragraph or two:
Q: Which time period in American History holds the greatest interest for you? Why?
2. Also, please study for the U.S. History Timeline Quiz (see Assignment #3 below). In preparing for the quiz you may wish to use the Quizlet which was graciously created by Anette De La Pena, and can be found here.
Deadline: Your responses may be typed, or written neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Friday, August 30th.
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Assignment #4: Creating An Updated Naturalization Process and Exam
First, read the articles "Trump Administration Planning Changes to U.S. Citizenship Test" (Washington Post, 2019) (here) and "New Test Asks: What Does 'American' Mean?" (New York Times, 2007) (here). Then, draft a proposal for a new and improved naturalization process/ exam which you believe would best evaluate the characteristics most desired in new U.S. citizens. Consider the following and follow these steps:
1. Identify and describe the qualities, traits, characteristics and qualifications most desired in new U.S. citizens.
2. Specify the citizenship eligibility requirements. In other words, who should be eligible to become a citizen? (Consider family relationships, skills, economic status, years of residence, and other basic qualifications).
3. Specify the grounds for immediate disqualification (e.g., criminal background or immoral behavior).
4. Describe the test or assessment format (Will your test be written and/or oral. Will you require applicants to complete a project, demonstrate a skill, complete a task or class, or engage in some other activity?)
5. Include a few sample questions and/or activities for your test/process.
Finally, after describing your proposal, in one or more well-developed paragraphs, explain the reasons underlying the specific eligibility requirements, test format, questions, and/or activities you are proposing.
A complete set of the 100 Civics, History, & Geography questions included in the current exam can also be found below.
Deadline: Your responses should be typed or hand-written neatly in blue or black ink pen, and are due on Wednesday, August 28th.
Assignment #4: Creating An Updated Naturalization Process and Exam
First, read the articles "Trump Administration Planning Changes to U.S. Citizenship Test" (Washington Post, 2019) (here) and "New Test Asks: What Does 'American' Mean?" (New York Times, 2007) (here). Then, draft a proposal for a new and improved naturalization process/ exam which you believe would best evaluate the characteristics most desired in new U.S. citizens. Consider the following and follow these steps:
1. Identify and describe the qualities, traits, characteristics and qualifications most desired in new U.S. citizens.
2. Specify the citizenship eligibility requirements. In other words, who should be eligible to become a citizen? (Consider family relationships, skills, economic status, years of residence, and other basic qualifications).
3. Specify the grounds for immediate disqualification (e.g., criminal background or immoral behavior).
4. Describe the test or assessment format (Will your test be written and/or oral. Will you require applicants to complete a project, demonstrate a skill, complete a task or class, or engage in some other activity?)
5. Include a few sample questions and/or activities for your test/process.
Finally, after describing your proposal, in one or more well-developed paragraphs, explain the reasons underlying the specific eligibility requirements, test format, questions, and/or activities you are proposing.
A complete set of the 100 Civics, History, & Geography questions included in the current exam can also be found below.
Deadline: Your responses should be typed or hand-written neatly in blue or black ink pen, and are due on Wednesday, August 28th.
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Assignment #3: Timeline Quiz
Use the attached handout to study for the U.S. History Timeline Quiz which will be held on Friday, August 30th. The quiz will require you to place 43 events in chronological order, and to identify the date(s) associated with each.
Due: Friday, August 30th.
Assignment #3: Timeline Quiz
Use the attached handout to study for the U.S. History Timeline Quiz which will be held on Friday, August 30th. The quiz will require you to place 43 events in chronological order, and to identify the date(s) associated with each.
Due: Friday, August 30th.
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Assignment #2: The Declaration of Independence: Parallel Text and Reading Questions.
1. Read the entire Declaration of Independence (attached).
2. Create a "parallel text" of the Declaration's first 2 full paragraphs (ending with the sentence "To prove this, let Facts be submitted to a candid World."
A "parallel text" is a restatement of an original text which substitutes synonyms for key words (nouns, verbs, prepositions, adverbs, and adjectives, but not articles or conjunctions) appearing in the original. For example, a parallel text of the Declaration's first sentence might begin as follows:
" When in the path of mankind's occurrences it develops as imperative for one social group to eliminate the governmental linkages which have tied them to others, and to seize of the energies of the planet ...."
3. Respond to the following questions in one or more well-developed paragraphs for each question:
a. According to the Declaration, what is the source of human rights, and what basic rights do all humans deserve?
b. In your own view, where do human rights come from? What are these rights?
c. What is meant by the Declaration's phrase "all men are created equal"? Is this a true statement, and if so, how? Is the phrase false, and if so, in what sense? Does the phrase presently have the same meaning as when Thomas Jefferson wrote it in the 18th century?
Due: Your typewritten responses are due on Tuesday, August 20th.
Assignment #2: The Declaration of Independence: Parallel Text and Reading Questions.
1. Read the entire Declaration of Independence (attached).
2. Create a "parallel text" of the Declaration's first 2 full paragraphs (ending with the sentence "To prove this, let Facts be submitted to a candid World."
A "parallel text" is a restatement of an original text which substitutes synonyms for key words (nouns, verbs, prepositions, adverbs, and adjectives, but not articles or conjunctions) appearing in the original. For example, a parallel text of the Declaration's first sentence might begin as follows:
" When in the path of mankind's occurrences it develops as imperative for one social group to eliminate the governmental linkages which have tied them to others, and to seize of the energies of the planet ...."
3. Respond to the following questions in one or more well-developed paragraphs for each question:
a. According to the Declaration, what is the source of human rights, and what basic rights do all humans deserve?
b. In your own view, where do human rights come from? What are these rights?
c. What is meant by the Declaration's phrase "all men are created equal"? Is this a true statement, and if so, how? Is the phrase false, and if so, in what sense? Does the phrase presently have the same meaning as when Thomas Jefferson wrote it in the 18th century?
Due: Your typewritten responses are due on Tuesday, August 20th.
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Assignment #1: Reading & Written Reflection -- "What It Means To Be An American."
Directions:
1. Read and annotate the following 3 article excerpts (attached) on the topic of American identity.
a. Michel-Guillaume Jean de Crevecoeur. What is an American? (1782).
b. S.I. Hayakawa. The Case for Official English (1985).
c. Ronald Takaki. A Different Mirror (1993).
2. Write a 500 word typewritten essay (double spaced, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 pages in length) responding to the following prompt: What does it mean to be an American?
Your essay should do not simply summarize the readings, but develop a coherent argument in support of your theme.
Be sure to include a clear main idea, evidence, and careful analysis. Also, use quotations from or paraphrase the articles where appropriate.
Due: Friday, August 16th.
Finally, please remember to purchase an 8 1/2" x 11" college-ruled, spiral bound notebook for use as a classroom journal. Bring your notebook to class.
Assignment #1: Reading & Written Reflection -- "What It Means To Be An American."
Directions:
1. Read and annotate the following 3 article excerpts (attached) on the topic of American identity.
a. Michel-Guillaume Jean de Crevecoeur. What is an American? (1782).
b. S.I. Hayakawa. The Case for Official English (1985).
c. Ronald Takaki. A Different Mirror (1993).
2. Write a 500 word typewritten essay (double spaced, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 pages in length) responding to the following prompt: What does it mean to be an American?
Your essay should do not simply summarize the readings, but develop a coherent argument in support of your theme.
Be sure to include a clear main idea, evidence, and careful analysis. Also, use quotations from or paraphrase the articles where appropriate.
Due: Friday, August 16th.
Finally, please remember to purchase an 8 1/2" x 11" college-ruled, spiral bound notebook for use as a classroom journal. Bring your notebook to class.
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