History

Consider the definition of entrepreneurship presented at the beginning of the course. Where do entrepreneurship and free markets fit within the principles below?

Discussion Thread: Entrepreneurship and Christian Worldview Our biblical worldview as historians rests on a few important principles. Among these are the following: God has established order, intelligence, and truth in the universe and history (Isaiah 42:5, John 1:1, John 1:14, Acts 17: 25 & 28, Romans 11: 36); The Bible provides principles of ethics that […]

What do you think the reformers accomplished or failed to accomplish? Explain the emotional content of the piece, or discuss some original insight.

Women’s Reform Movements Write an analysis of Women’s Reform Movements in the 1840s and 1850s. Why did women begin joining reform movements at this point in American history? Why do you think the causes of abolitionism and women’s rights were so intertwined in the early years of these movements? What do you think the reformers […]

Do you think that Tecumseh’s grievances against the white men, are an accurate reflection of 19th century euro American attitudes about Indian people?

Week 9 Blackboard Required Readings Questions How does Tecumseh need to convince the Osage people that the “white men” are dangerous and not to be trusted? Do you think that Tecumseh’s grievances against the white men are an accurate reflection of 19th century euro American attitudes about Indian people? Which of his grievances do you […]

Compare your selections and analysis of those selections with those of your peers below. If they chose different acts, examine how yours are similar and/or different.

Follow-Up Posts Compare your selections and analysis of those selections with those of your peers below. If they chose different acts, examine how yours are similar and/or different. If they chose the same acts, build on their posts by providing additional information about the acts that you have not already noted in your own post. […]

Choose one of the following artists and explain how they have contributed to art history with innovations: Picasso, Van Gogh, Dali (suggested 2-3 examples).

Response Assignment Let’s lighten your load a bit this week and only write two responses. Choose any two of the following. Romanticism vs realism – define each and compare/contrast one example of each Define Impressionism and describe two specific examples Explain how the theme of war has influenced 20th century art – use two examples […]

Which 3 of the New Deal programs initiated by President Roosevelt do you think were the most important? Discuss this in terms of how it helped fight the Great Depression and its long-term significance overall.

The New Deal(https://avalon.law.yale.edu/20th_century/froos1.asp) (FDR Inaugural Address) To help get out of the Great Depression, President Roosevelt initiated the New Deal. Which 3 of the New Deal programs do you think were the most important? Discuss this in terms of how it helped fight the Great Depression and its long-term significance overall. Defend each one of […]

How did government policies and Battlefield challenges affect the Indian Wars? What changes occurred in federal Indian policies by 1900?

Westward Expansion and Conflict with Native Americans = Seshsha Henderson – sha How did government policies and Battlefield challenges affect the Indian Wars? What changes occurred in federal Indian policies by 1900? Why were Indian treaties often unsuccessful? How did the Ghost Dance lead to a tragic conflict at Wounded Knee? Attempts to Change Native […]

What are some of the quintessential myths of the American Western Frontier? How many different ethnic groups were involved in this westward expansion?

III Lesson 13: Westward Expansion and Conflict with Native Americans Timeline of History: As before, carefully examine the timeline at the beginning of this chapter so you have a good idea of what happened and when during this period (pp. 256-257). Compare important events in both the American timeline with other world events. Which event(s) […]

Write a research paper discussing on the Belgian Congo and its Independence. Includes a reference page, title page, and research proposal.

The Belgian Congo and its Independence Write a research paper discussing on the Belgian Congo and its Independence. The rest of the details are in the paper. The paper includes a reference page, title page, and research proposal.

Discuss the main similarities and differences between the policies of Sam Houston and those or Mirabeau Lamar, and describe the consequences of those policies.

Exam 2 Research Paper: Texas History  Identification/Significance (10 Points Each) Select six of the following terms to discuss as part of your exam. Remember, it is important to identify the term as well as discuss its significance to the overall arc of Texas history. Remember, it is important to be thorough and illustrate your full […]

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