Category: American Studies

Pick one historical figure or group on the list provided–each of these people or groups are connected to African American Military History from 1860 to1865. Tell the class the history of this person(s) or units as it relates to African American Military History and remember to cite where you found your information. Harriet Tubman’s service in the Civil War (1860 to 1865 history)
You may use your book and the internet to research sources to help you in your essay. For online sources, you must ask additional questions. What is the domain (.edu?)? Who publishes the site, or sponsors it? Is it recent (has it been updated)? Are there advertisements or signs that it is a poorly designed website with all kinds of distractions? Is the site supposed to be an academic one? Or is it someone’s pet project?
Remember that this is a formal essay and you need an introduction, body, and conclusion. Sources to use to help with research on these topics:
List of United States Colored Troops Civil War units
United States Colored Troops in the Civil War
Black Soldiers in the Civil War
United States Colored Troops (USCT)
The Role of the USCT in the Civil War
THE BRAVE BLACK REGIMENT:THE FIFTY-FOURTH MASSACHUSETTS [NFANTRY VOLUNTEERS(COLORED),
A History of the Negro Troops in the War of the Rebellion 1861186 – 978144009471.pdf
Civil War’s Black Soldiers
The Lost Black Units
Lest We Forget
Soldiers and Sailors database: Civil War

America’s Action Report
I AM SHOWING YOU PART 1 to get an idea of what the assignment is like, but PART 2 is the most important part of the assignment and that is the part you are going to work on. it is due on April 10th at 11:30 am. I have linked 2 files. the first one is the document of the America’s Action Reports with the instructions and the second file is how the professor is going to grade our paper so make sure you look over that as well. I am doing immigration and to be more specific it is the pathway to citizenship but I am willing to switch my sub topic if there is an easier and better one that you want to do America is going through unprecedented changes in nearly every sector of society. Many of the changes
have far-reaching consequences. General topic areas are Energy/Environment; Immigration; Healthcare;
Foreign Policy; Economy; National Debt/Spending.
Part I: Discourse: In this report; in first person; each student can review the general impacts resulting in
important challenges facing America today. Strive for solution-driven ideas as you consider your perspectives
in these changing times. Be yourself. Assume a position of arbitration, negotiation, bargaining and
compromise for desired outcomes. You don’t have to become an expert in your topic area; just an
inquisitor, reporter or mediator. Use reason and sensibilities as you deliberate. Aim to offer concise,
informed assessment of research. Proportion and length of each Part is at your discretion.
Describe why this topic matters to you and how you believe it may impact your fellow Americans.
Once you describe and explain concerns and observations in your own words (first person) about your
policy of choice, then consider the ideological differences (public policy implies government action .i.e.
court rulings; laws or proposed legislation).
Please be sure that you have a clear understanding of ideological beliefs between conservative and liberals
in America (see your Bardes textbook). Then, you are better prepared to offer concentratedd insights,
perspectives and analysis.
Many sources for topic suggestions and research support are available on Cougar Courses by clicking on
“Modules”. Some sources to consider are “Think Tanks” listed below.
Conservative
Heritage Foundation: https://www.heritage.org/ and/or Hoover Institution:https://www.hoover.org/
Independent
Rand Corporation: https://www.rand.org/
Liberal
Center for American Progress: https://www.americanprogress.org/ and/or Brookings Institute:
https://www.brookings.edu/.
To the best of your ability, offer your findings analyzing the differences in the debate between political
ideologies i.e. liberal or Democrat versus conservative or Republican in your reporting. Focus on
conservative versus liberal viewpoints.
After understanding and reporting on the issues and ideological perspectives; then part of your delivery
will focus on the “public discourse” along with your own reflections, ideas, perspectives, insights and
thoughtful deliberation on possible resolutions or changes (opinions welcome but not required). Offer
factual and supportive evidence based on findings in the report that support and reflect your suggestions
and attitudes about the issues. Part II: Legislative Analysis: The “action” portion of this assignment requires that you find a piece of
Legislation that has been introduced or passed into law in Congress aligned (Court Ruling acceptable policy
action) with your chosen topic area. You are welcome to refer to more than one court ruling and/or
Congressional bill to choose a bill, go to the Library of Congress Website: Click at the top of the page for
the 117th Congress or the 118th Congress. Go to: https://www.congress.gov/advanced-search/legislati…
Find your bill and report on each of the following aspects of the Legislation. Go to search by
“word/phrase” or “Bill number”. Enter your information and click “search”. Once you locate the Bill, click
on the bill number e.g. H.R. 421 and include the following in your reporting:
1) Bill Number
2) Bill Title
3) Date it was introduced
4) Sponsor(s) and State
5) A brief summary of the Legislation (in your own words)
6) How does this bill relate to your chosen topic?
7) Your critical analysis of the Legislation
Formatting Requirements:
Paper is to be three
(3) pages, typed, double
spaced, with one inch
margins. Broken down
into the two (2) parts.
A minimum of four (4)
in-text citations and at
least two (2) sources
(besides the Library of
Congress) are
required. Too many
lengthy quotes can
result in point
deductions
Formatting will follow
the Modern Language
Association (MLA).
Include your name, title
of assignment, and
course number
Please be sure all
expression exhibits
decorum, scholarly,
academic qualities and
vocabulary
MLA Works Cited page
must be included as one
(1) document in the
submission. Works
Cited is a separate page
from the report.

Discuss the nature of political polling. Be sure to discuss terms such as random sample and margin of error. What should the public look for in determining whether a poll is accurate? Discuss media consolidation. What is it? Outline the main concern some have when it comes to media coverage? Are the critics right or wrong
Discuss the differences in judicial philosophies we see on the Supreme Court today? Your book highlights the adaptive verses originalist approach. 4.What does the FCC do? Discuss it’s current position on media consolidation. Second Half
Discuss the entire process of how a bill becomes a law. Use real examples from bills passed by Congress. Why do most bills not become law?
Discuss some of the powers of the President. Do any of his powers help him be an effective agenda setter?
Discuss the difference between the merits and spoil system?
Discuss judicial activism and restraint. Cite outside examples of each.
Discuss the nature of search warrants? When are they needed and when are they not? Be sure to discuss cases where questions of this nature were decided in the courts?

How did the Republican New Era of the 1920s mark a break from the Progressive politics if 1900s-1910s?This paper minimum of 3 pages Maximum of 5 pages
***Follow the rules for writing*** in the announcements Be sure to cite and use Chicago Manual Style
See writing rules below.
Rules to follow:
1. Always have a thesis statement
2. Be sure your evidence answers and proves your thesis statement.
3. No 1st or 2nd person writing in a historical paper. (do not put yourself in the paper)
4. Past tense writing only!!! History happens in the past so only write in past tense.
5. Be sure to mention the book and document before quoting from it. 6. The name of the book and document should be in italics.
7. When you quote someone be sure to acknowledge who you are quoting, use correct punctuation, close the quote and insert a footnote.
8. Be sure to use Chicago Manual style
9. Standard rules for the paper: 1-inch margins, Times New Roman, 12 font and double space.
10. Use a header not a heading. Name-Class-Date 11. No contracted words.
12. No abbreviations I upload word document explain more how this paper should look like

Slavery and the South: Slavery had many levels, job roles and ties to the economics of the South. Analyze the different types of duties and roles that enslaved people endured in America? How did the slave affect the economics of the South? How did the slave play a part in the nation’s financial success?
Explain how and why slavery expanded over time.
Analyze the impact of plantation slavery on African American slave families.
What were the limits of freedom on African Americans in the North? What were the characteristics of northern black communities? What institutions did African Americans rely on most?
Analytically compare and contrast African American life in the South versus the North. What about the Upper South and the Deep South?

A). Public opinion is very important in any democracy. Citizens should have the right to voice their opinions and have their leaders listen to their opinions. However, we know that many Americans do not care much about politics and government and do not voice their opinions. Why do many Americans not care about politics? What can be done to get more Americans involved in the political process? (150 words minimum)
B). Political socialization is the process by which we acquire our political beliefs and attitudes. The three agents of political socialization are family, school, and peer groups. Using the three agents of socialization as a guide, describe in detail how the process of political socialization takes place. (150 words minimum)
C). Go to the following link, http://www.realclearpolitics.com/epolls/2016/president/us/general_election_trump_vs_clinton-5491.html. Once you click on the link, scroll down and analyze the graph. What does the graph show? Do you see a trend in the polling data, and what do you think explains the data? Based on the polling data why did Donald Trump win the Presidential election and not Hillary Clinton? (150 words minimum)

Pick two North American Indigenous nations that are in the same cultural-geographic area. You cannot choose Indigenous nations that have been covered by the Sutton text or a lecture as a case study. 5-7 pages plus works cited page. (5 points will be deducted if the works cited/bibliography is missing).
Your paper will include the following topics for the two Indigenous nations you choose:
Origin – select an origin or other mythology story from the tribe or area you choose that illustrates the world view or belief system of that tribe or area.
Subsistence – this area should include a description of the geography of the land the tribe inhabits, their seasonal patterns, foods, housing, clothing, etc.
Social/Political – describe the tribal government, their kinship patterns, societies, child-rearing practices, warfare issues.
Religion and Language – describe the tribe’s ceremonial medicine and healing practices, art, and language use.
Current status of the tribe today – Describe how they are doing and what they are doing. Where do the people live in relation to their traditional homeland? What is their population? What is their political status and/or their economic status?
Compare and Contrast: What are some common features the two tribes share? What are the major differences?
AMIND 110 Contrast and Comparison Grading Rubric-1.docx
Compare and Contrast Culture Area List of Case Studies-1.docx

Analysis Guidelines:
Close Reading: First, do a close reading of the document and take copious notes. Examine the original author’s intent and biases, avoiding a focus on the editor’s perspective. Consider factors like the author’s first-hand knowledge, information gathering methods, target audience, and portrayed perspectives. Also consider the hidden potential of the source. What assumptions does the author make about attitudes and society? What aspects of daily life, government, or religion does the author mention in passing?
Language Analysis: Scrutinize the author’s use of language, rhetorical strategies, and how it reflects the historical context. How does the author express their views or experiences?
Comparison with Secondary Sources: Compare a relevant paragraph from your textbook or a secondary source with your primary source analysis. How does this secondary source interpret or present the issue? Compare this interpretation with your own understanding from the primary source.
Paper Structure and Detailed Instructions:
Introduction (Approx. 200 words):Set the historical context of the source. What was happening at the time that the source was written?
Identify the source(s) of your information, and give priority to information that is likely to have a direct bearing on how you interpret the source.
Make a historically defensible CLAIM about the source and delineate your rationale for that claim (aka a thesis statement) that responds to the question in section 4.
Context Paragraph (Approx. 200 words):Address the author’s background, the document’s creation time, and the purpose of the document.
Compare with a related paragraph from your textbook or secondary source.
Summary (Approx. 200 words):Restate the main points in your own words. NO quotations in this section.
Discuss the intended audience and, if anonymous, infer about the author from the source.
Source Analysis (500+ words): What is the usefulness of the source? What can be learned from the source about freedom, liberty, or rights?
Consider the original author’s purpose and biases. Give specific examples of statements that are particularly biased or particularly even-handed.
Give examples of things which can (or cannot) be learned from the source. How are the author’s circumstances reflected in the source?
Evaluate the author’s firsthand knowledge and information collection methods. Is the work theoretical? Or does the author include a wealth of details that tell about what was happening around him or her?
Identify the audience and which side is portrayed favorably.
Explore hidden potentials: Does the author reveal anything about general societal attitudes (ex: towards religion, government, or family life)? Does the author offer insights into specific historical events or people?
Analyze the document’s language and rhetorical strategies.
Discuss the source’s usefulness, biases, balance, and broader historical insights. Does the author give information about things that are not the main topic of the source? Try to go beyond a consideration of the basic facts presented in the source to analysis of larger insights into history which might be gained from the source.
Conclusion (Up to 250 words):Offer an overall assessment of the source, its strengths, weaknesses, and research value.
Note that none of these are simple yes/no questions and that not all are going to be relevant to every source. Address only those that are relevant and re-organize to create a coherent paper from beginning to end.
Following this structure will result in a 1200-1500 word analysis essay.
Formatting Requirements:
Text Format: Double-spaced with one-inch margins.
Structure: Introduction with thesis, body paragraphs, and conclusion.
Perspective: Write in formal third-person.
Cover Page: Include your name, instructor’s name, class title, paper title, and the primary source’s full citation.
Citations: Use Chicago Style footnotes for quotes and paraphrased content. See the tutorials in the resources section below if you are not sure how to use footnotes. All direct quotes must be inside quotation marks and must have a corresponding footnote. Paraphrased text should not be inside quotation marks but should have a footnote.
I have attached the PDF of the primary source AND the secondary source you can use with it.

In this final week of class, we are looking at the current status and the future of the American Dream, as well as what it means to be a global citizen.
In a post of at least 100 words, address the items below:
Explain how has your understanding of the American Dream changed as a result of this course.
Reflect on John Lennon’s “Imagine,” which for many signifies hope. Do you believe there is hope for the American Dream? Choose at least one image from the song lyrics or video that signifies your new understanding of the American Dream.
Imagine – John Lennon and The Plastic Ono Band (with the Flux Fiddlers)
User: n/a – Added: 12/18/16
YouTube URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkgkThdzX-8
Click here for song lyrics (a new window will open)

Option 1 – Watch either The Great Gatsby or The Color Purple and relate it to “The Way to Wealth”
The American Dream lecture in Week 1 points out that Poor Richard’s Almanac was an annual publication that included calendar lists, home recipes, weather forecasts, etc. What made Franklin’s almanac unlike other almanacs was the inclusion of Franklin’s witty parables and humorous writings. The maxims below relate to Franklin’s ideas of working hard, avoiding debt, and working toward attaining a virtuous character. Choose three maxims and align them with a character or characters in either The Color Purple or The Great Gatsby. For example, you might choose Celie from The Color Purple and discuss maxims 1, 4, and 6; or, you might choose The Great Gatsby and align Daisy with maxim 4, Tom with maxim 5, and Nick with maxim 6. You will be providing quotes from the film you select to support your observations about each character/maxim in your essay.
use this resource https://www.gutenberg.org/files/43855/43855-h/4385…
Choose Three of These Maxims from “The Way to Wealth”
1. “There are no gains without pains”
2. “Do not squander time, for that’s the stuff life made of”
3. “Fools make feasts, and wise men eat them”
4. “He that lives upon hope will die fasting”
5. “The second vice is lying, the first is running in debt”
6. “If you will not hear reason, she’ll surely rap your knuckles”