Category: American history

THIS ASSIGNMENT IS 2 PARTS. 1000 word essay and 500 word reflectionion paper
ESSAY PART (1000 words):
1. Choose one of the recordings from the Digital Lomax collection that features the music of the prisoners from Angola or Parchman prisons.
You can browse the collection by using the search function or the categories on the website. You can also listen to some of the recordings on YouTube. Some examples of the recordings are:
•  [Black Betty], a work song sung by James “Iron Head” Baker and a group of prisoners at Central State Farm, Sugar Land, Texas, in 1934.
•  [Early in the Mornin’], a work song sung by a group of prisoners at Parchman Farm, Mississippi, in 1947.
•  [Rosie], a work song sung by C.B. Cook and a group of prisoners at Angola State Penitentiary, Louisiana, in 1934.
•  [No More, My Lord], a spiritual sung by a group of prisoners at Parchman Farm, Mississippi, in 1947.
You should answer the following questions:
•  Who are the performers and what are their stories?
•  What is the genre and style of the music and what are its origins and influences?
•  What is the meaning and purpose of the music and what are its themes and messages?
•  What is the historical and social context of the music and how does it reflect the conditions and experiences of the prisoners?
Reflectionion Paper: (500 words)
A reflection paper that describes your process and experience of completing this assignment
•  What did you learn from this assignment about the music and the lives of the prisoners from Angola and Parchman prisons?
•  What challenges or difficulties did you face while doing this assignment and how did you overcome them?
•  What skills or knowledge did you develop or improve while doing this assignment and how will they help you in your future studies or career?
•  What did you enjoy or find interesting about this assignment and why?

How did President James K. Polk describe the goals and achievements of his adminidtration? Did he admit to any shortcomings or failures? Can cricisms of Polk be found in the platforms of the Whig Party, or the Inaugural Address of his successor? Was Polk honest in his discussions of his policies? Do he ever present weak or false arguments as if they were indisputable truths? What were his expressed attitudes towards Mexico and Mexicans? How did Polk view slavery? Does he seem, inany sense, to anticipate a civil war?

Please write an essay on the american dream and how it is flawed! im on a time crunch and super stressed, please understand ❤️ thank you     so so much

THIS ASSIGNMENT WILL SERVE AS THE *FINAL EXAM*. THE PAPER IS A EXPLORATION OF THE 1962 “CUBAN MISSILE CRISIS” WHICH IS CHRONICLED IN THE BOOK “ONE HELL OF A GAMBLE”. THIS IS THE EVENT WHICH BROUGHT THE WORLD TO THE EDGE OF EXTINCTION. QUESTIONS TO CONFRONT IN YOUR PAPER ARE THESE: WHAT CHALLENGES DID PRESIDENT KENNEDY FACE WHEN DEALING WITH THIS CRISIS? FOR EXAMPLE, HOW DID HE PLACATE THE DEMEANDS FROM HIS MILITARY ADVISORS WHO DEMANDED AN IMMEDIATE ATTACK ON CUBA? HOW DID JFK HOLD THE LINE WITH THOSE IN HIS ADMINISTRATION THAT WANTED A FULL OUT CONFRONTATION WITH THE SOVIET UNION? WHAT STRATEGIES DID KENNEDY EMPLOY TO SATISFY THE NATION’S COMMITMENT TO ITS ALLIES WHILE ALSO AVOIDING WORLD WAR III AND A GLOBAL CONFLAGRATION? IN YOUR OPINION, HOW SUCCESSFUL WAS KENNEDY IN HIS STRATEGY TO STAND TALL IN THE FACE OF A PROVOCATION FROM OUR ENEMY AND AT THE SAME TIME KEEP THE WORLD from a global catastrophe?

write about how racism is the most detrimental issue in American History AND provide a potential solution to that issue. 

Summarize the issue presented in the article of the congressional leaders push for oversight of judiciary. Explain whether or not you think the issue pushes against the govenmental seperation of powers that is in place. 

For this essay, discuss three reasons why the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was created, according to the collaborated research in this novel. 
How do I format this essay?
Font, spacing, and page numbers:
Times New Roman 12-point-font. Double Spaced lines. Essay must be Left Justified.
Page numbers in top left corner
Please visit the writing Center
Heading:
Name
Course/ Time/ Semester
Date
Osage Native American Essay (this is not your title)
Essay Title 
Think of a title for you essay. (Center)
Body Paragraphs: 
Formatting
All paragraphs must have 5 sentences or more.  
No quoting. All statements must be in your own words. 
No outside sources can be used, only use the required novel.
No questions, only direct statements.  
All essays will be checked for plagiarism.
Introduction Paragraph
Here you want to write an introduction paragraph detailing what is going to be discuss in the essay.
No footnotes needed in this section.
The last sentence in this section must be your thesis statement. In the thesis statement please state the three reasons (separate topics) the FBI was created according to the author’s research. Please discuss these three topics in the three body paragraphs.
Three Body Paragraphs:
All topics must be discussed in separate paragraphs.  
Please avoid cross discussing topics.
Each paragraph must have 3 or more footnotes per paragraphs.
All statements must be written in third person, scholarly.
Please avoid opinion statements in this section (I, me, and my).
Please avoid a book review, (30-points deduction for such).
Yes, many examples are required.
However, no aspect of death can be discussed.
This essay cannot mention ANY form or indication of death, synonyms or acronyms related to the causes of death, leading to death, or possibilities of death. 
Students will lose 50-points from their final grade for discussing any of these topics.
Please think deeper: Why was the Federal Bureau of Investigation created?
Conclusion:
Use this area to summarize your findings in an opinion paragraph.
What have you learned after reading this novel?
In this section only, the concluding paragraph, death can be discussed.
Footnotes are optional in this section of the essay.
Bibliography
Separate page is required.

The Paper: 
This paper gives you the opportunity to put into practice what you have learned about ethnohistory and Native American history in this class.  Your paper will be a close reading of primary documents put into historical context (THIS IS FROM THE TEXTBOOK “FIRST PEOPLES” BY COLIN G. CALLOWAY THAT I WILL PROVIDE-THESE ARE FOUND AT THE END OF EACH CHAPTER). For this assignment you may use anything from the course textbook “First Peoples.”  
However, you are not allowed to use any sources that have not been assigned or that aren’t from the “First Peoples” textbook.  Any papers that use outside sources will receive a failing grade.  (PLEASE NO OUTSIDE SOURCES-USE ONLY CHAPTERS I HAVE PROVIDED)
The paper should address the following question(s):  
Read pages 1-5 in the introduction to the course textbook “First Peoples.” This includes the sections titled “America’s Master Narrative,” and “Indian History: A Shared Past.”  (I HAVE PROVIDED THIS)
QUESTIONS: How does the “master narrative” of American history that is commonly taught in schools change if we view that history from the standpoint of Native American peoples?  What would be the major themes/turning points/developments in American history when viewed from the perspective of Native Americans?  Be sure to explicily relate this to the “master narrative” that is discussed on pages 1-5 of the textbook introduction. 
The paper should demonstrate the uses of these sources by analyzing them and placing them into the historical context you have discovered through the secondary readings.  You may of course draw on information you’ve gotten from the textbook. 
This paper should be told in your voice, meaning that you should limit the amount of direct quotes (paraphrase whenever possible!)  
If you summarize your entire textbook or other secondary sources while minimally developing your overall analysis and argument, you will not have met the requirements for this assignment. 
Also—be sure that you make use of the primary documents taken from the end of every chapter, but realize that we have studied how and why some documents can be problematic.  When using the primary documents, be sure to incorporate the documents into your overall argument; don’t just summarize the document summaries and introductions…use the ideas and words of the people you are studying to support an argument (thesis) that you develop throughout your paper. (NOTE: I PROVIDED ALL PRIMARY DOCUMENTS- I CIRCLED IN RED THE START OF THE DOCUMENTS BUT I HIGHLIGHTED THE TITLES OF THE DOCUMENTS IN YELLOW- SO IT IS EASIER TO SEE OR FIND)
Be sure to begin your paper with a thesis statement. Use specific examples as evidence for your points, and avoid unsupported generalizations. You are writing a piece of history.
The paper should be approximately 4-5 pages long, typed and double spaced w/ 1” margins on all sides and using 12 point times new roman font. If you use google docs to type your paper, you will need to download as a PDF to submit the paper via turnitin (HE’S GOING TO MAKE US TURN IT IN TO TURNITIN)  
All quotes and ideas taken from the documents or other readings must be cited using parenthetical citations. For the textbook, use the author’s last name and the section cited.  Example: (Calloway, 135).  
Plagiarism (representing the ideas of another as your own) is unacceptable and will result in a grade of 0 on this assignment.  Also, you are allowed to use ONLY the assigned materials from this class (including the text, other assigned articles, and lectures/videos.  If you use any other sources (including unassigned texts/articles or web sources) you will receive no credit for the paper.
This paper should be cumulative in nature, meaning that you should think about American history from beginnings to the present, and include appropriate examples to support your argument.  Keep the following requirements in mind: 
You should include a discussion of examples from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries (at least one per century). (I PROVIDED A CHAPTER FOR EACH CENTURY WITH PRIMARY DOCUMENTS)
Your paper should incorporate at least five of the primary documents found at the end of the textbook chapters.  (PROVIDED AT END OF EACH CHAPTER-CIRCLED THE START OF THE DOCUMENTS AND HIGHLIGHTED TITLE OF DOCUMENTS IN YELLOW)
Though the paper is cumulative, of course you cannot write a total revision of American history in just 4 or 5 pages.  (READ THIS PLEASE!) Therefore, your thesis statement needs to be clear and concise about your argument and the evidence that supports your argument.  The rest of the paper is your development of that specific argument.  
Remember this paper is a major part of your final course grade.  The final copy should be polished and reflect mature deliberation and analysis of the material that we studied this semester (I JUST PROVIDED THE TEXTBOOK)
Tips for Success on the Term Paper Assignments
When completing the term paper, keep the following tips in mind: 
Your grade will largely be determined by argument and evidence.  
Be sure that you have a clearly stated thesis statement that clearly answers the prompt.  This should be somewhere in the introduction. 
Your evidence should directly support the argument that you are making.  Do more than summarize the evidence– analyze it and tell the reader how it supports your argument.  
Follow the standard format for an argumentative essay: introduction, body/evidence, and conclusion 
The evidence used to support your argument is more than your opinion— you are developing an argument based on evidence.  
Most importantly– think critically about your subject and show that you are able to analyze evidence.  Remember what we discussed in week 1–  history can be complex and messy, and easy answers are often not available.  Your term papers are a good place to demonstrate the complexity of historical analysis. 
Be sure to review the rubric for the essay!  
RUBRIC PROVIDED 
FOLLOWING CHAPTERS I HAVE PROVIDED for evidence with primary documents at end of chapter:
Textbook for course: Sixth Edition- “First Peoples A Documentary Survey of American Indian History” by Colin G. Calloway
(18th Century- 1763-1800) Chapter 4: Revolutions East and West, 1763-1800 (pages. 192-238)
(19th Century-1840-1890) Chapter 6: Defending the West, 1840-1890 (pages.304-358)
(20th Century-1929-1974) Chapter 8: From the Great Crash to Wounded Knee, 1929-1974 (pages. 436-489)
(Present) Chapter 10: Nations within a Nation: Indian Country Today (pages.566-633)
Textbook “First Peoples” and Table of Contents
Textbook: “First Peoples” -Introduction-American Indians in American History (pg.1-5)
I attached the table of contents- in case you see a chapter you like and feel it would be best to help you write the essay-you can let me know and I will provide it.
Please feel free to ask me questions if you have any concerns! Or if you cannot see the pdfs provided.
Again, please only use the pdf’s I have provided from the textbook-NO OUTSIDE SOURCES- ALL PAGE NUMBERS ARE THERE.

Critical Thinking Paper
History 1301
Dr. Snaples
Overview
The purpose of this paper is for you to explore a controversial decision or topic in
American history and to eventually reach a conclusion about it. You will pick one of the topics
listed below and then consult your notes, read the appropriate sections of the textbook, and do
independent research on the topic. After completing your research, you will identify at least
three(3) arguments on each side of the issue before reaching your own conclusion. Finally, you
will summarize the topic, arguments, and your conclusion in a 750 to 1,500 word essay.
Keys to Reading and Research
Approach each topic critically, assume for the first part that you agree with the idea or
issue and for the second that you do not, what arguments would you use for each side?
Try to understand the arguments being made by the other viewpoint and address then
when supporting the issue, then do the same when opposing it.
Use logic rather than emotion, simply liking one side better than the other indicates a lack
of thought.
Resources
In addition to the textbook, the library staff has prepared a research guide for both
History 1301 and 1302. The guides include helpful books and online resources available through
the library here on campus. My thanks to the library staff for providing them for your use.
Go to the TCCD Home page, http://www.tccd.edu/,
Click on the libraries tab at the top
Click on Research Guides / Tutorials
Then either select History from the list of subjects, or search for Snaples
Click on the appropriate course, 1301 or 1302
The campus also has a Writing Center located in the SCLC room 0106. The lab is a
tutoring center offering assistance by trained members of the staff and faculty for written
assignments. Appointments are recommended but you can drop in, meeting with them sooner
rather than later is advised.
Format
The paper should have a header that contains the student’s name and class information
including course title, days of the week, and time.
At the end of the paper include any sources other than lecture notes or the textbook which
you consulted.
The paper should be between 750-1,500 words. Do not include the header or citations at
the end in the word count. The review should be presented in paragraph format with complete
sentences.
The last thing in the review should be a word count of the review.
Plagiarism
Your paper is an original work prepared by you and not information you found elsewhere
and simply copied. If more than five (5) words in a row were taken from another source they
should be placed in quotation marks. No quote should be longer than twenty-five (25) words
long. The entire paper should not contain more than fifty (50) quoted words in total. Each
violation of these rules will result in a letter grade, 5 point, penalty.
Topics
Select One (1) of the topics listed below:
History 1301 U.S. History Before 1876
1) Did Columbus’ voyages ultimately harm or benefit North America?
2) Which of the first two colonies, Virginia or Massachusetts, offered colonists the best
opportunities in terms of societal advancement, wealth, freedom, and life expectancy?
3) Which of the first political parties, the Federalists or the Democrats, offered the best
vision for the future of the country?
4) Did Eli Whitney’s invention of the Cotton Gin ultimately harm or benefit the United
States?
5) Andrew Jackson is considered a transformative President, was the country better
before or after Andrew Jackson?
Submission
On the Class Home Page in Canvas is a link which says Submit Here, submit your paper
there. If in doubt, email your paper to your professor.

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