Write a 1,000-1,250 word essay that discusses the role of Darwinism in America. Include in your essay an explanation of how Darwinism was used to classify some people as inferior and justify actions against them; how Social Darwinism and Eugenics shaped the immigrant experience in America; and why Fundamentalist Christians opposed Darwinism. In addition to […]

  For  this assignment, you must read the newspaper clipping, “A California  Newspaper Condemns Violence Against Mexicans” and answer the  Questionnaire Document, producing also a 1-2-page essay in where you discuss  the types of oppression that Mexican Americans were subjected to  leading up to the American Civil War. For the questionnaire portion,  answer the questions […]

Isaac’s Storm Discussion In a brief (2-4 paragraphs) initial post discuss some similarities and differences regarding our tenuous relationship between “Mother Nature” in 1900 and today. Have we progressed in our knowledge and awareness from the time of the Galveston Hurricane or are we still making the same mistakes despite our improved technology? One-hundred and twenty-one […]

1) Describe the comparison the author, Cutcha Risling-Baldy, makes between California Indians and the show, “The Walking Dead” in her article “Why I Teach ‘The Walking Dead’ in my Native Studies Classes.” How does the article connect to the history we’ve learned so far? What solutions/conclusions does the author make? 2) According to the author, Olivia Chilcote, in […]

Each Essay should be 250-300 words. All Essay must be answered. Please use the book for references and make sure citation is provided if book or other references are used.  Essay 1. Name one person who lived/worked/governed in the state of Michigan during the 1700s OR 1800s that captured YOUR interest.  Then write an essay […]