Entries by Sarah Kaelo

war of independence

1. To the victor… Definitions! There is a significant debate among historians about how to best define this period in American history.  Using what you know from the textbook and our readings, is this period best described as: a “revolution” (a radical transformation in the political, social, and/or cultural system, often resulting in the overthrow of traditional […]

What ethical or moral values does the poster use to communicate its message

Overview The purpose of this discussion is to analyze and evaluate World War II recruitment posters. Instructions For this discussion, review your readings for Unit 10 (pdf American Yawp: World War II Chapter 24) and study the images carefully. Feel free to do research outside the course if you’d like other points of view. Choose […]

Explain how the oral traditions of A+B support the idea of the importance of corn to Indigenous Peoples throughout America.

Explain how the oral traditions of A+B support the idea of the importance of corn to Indigenous Peoples throughout America.Compare and contrast– Two different tribes of Indigenous people in their connection and spiritual beliefs to corn. •Indicate geographic/historic location of Tribe A. Briefly summarize the oral tradition, pertaining to corn, of Tribe A. Compare and relate it to a […]

Reparations for Slavery Reading from the Constitutional Rights Foundation.

Reparations for Slavery Reading from the Constitutional Rights Foundation. The end of slavery comes with it various suggested plans on how to integrate former slaves into free society during and especially following the Civil War. From the 40 acres and a mule expectation to monetary compensations, much of what was proposed never came to fruition. […]

Did the president violate the U.S. Construction with this Order?

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER What was the historical context of the Order? Why did FDR issue Order? What were his goals? How and why were Japanese Americans targeted while not being labeled explicitly in the Order. Presidents have a duty to act in the best interest of the American people. Did the president violate the U.S. […]

What were the major issues of the Articles of Confederation?

You will choose 2 of the 4 questions to answer. Your answers should be thoughtful, in depth and fully explain your understanding of the information. Remember, this is your opportunity to show what you know and understand. Make sure to give examples and evidence from the textbook and readings to justify or explain your answers.  Your answers […]

Failure of the League of Nations

Week 6 Discussion 2: World War II 1111 unread replies.1111 replies. Required Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Chapter 27 Lesson Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook) Initial Post Instructions For the initial post, consider three (3) of the following events: Treaty of Versailles Rise of fascism, militarism […]

we’ll discuss the why the American system of government was designed as a federal republic based on the principles of representative democracy. 

Week 1 Objectives: In Week 1, we will be introduced to the United States Constitution. We’ll consider the influence of early governing documents and Enlightenment Era philosophy on the development of the Constitution, and we’ll discuss the why the American system of government was designed as a federal republic based on the principles of representative democracy. ___________________________________ DISCUSSION RULES […]