American History

The People vs. O.J. Simpson: An American Crime Story (On Netflix—Episode 9) ‘Manna from Heaven’ Discussion Questions: 1)    What is the main function of the media? How does this video explore and support this claim? 2)    What is an example of the news media agenda-setting? 3)    What are some examples of the impact of public opinion on the O.J trial? 4)    How is the concept of a spin doctor explored?  5)    What is priming and how was it carried out? 6)    What is framing and how was is carried out? 7)    The O.J Simpson trial was televised news—an entity that is often times pressured to produce story lines. How was this exemplified in the video? 8)    Are there any examples of sound bites (several second comment crafted for impact)? 9)    How did the O.J. Simpson trial play a role in the political socialization of generations that came after the trial?

Based upon the readings and lectures covering the three branches of Nevada State government, respond to the following. For each branch identify one unique characteristic that makes the branch more or less effective as a governmental entity. When preparing your post, clearly identify the characteristics you are discussing then construct a justification as to why you believe your chosen elements are unique, and have historically influenced—and continue to influence —the effectiveness of the chosen branch. For example: the legislative requirement for single issue bills requires that legislators be efficient and precise when constructing bills for consideration. It also prevents the presence of omnibus legislation. Instructions for Discussion posts: DO’s Due to the shortened nature of the course, your original post and a minimum of two responses to other students are both due no later than midnight of the due date. I encourage you to post your original post earlier than that so that other students can post responses! I also encourage you to regularly exceed the minimum number of responses to other students. It is required to reference source material (text or otherwise) using the (author’s name, page number) citation method. If the source is web based then a URL is required. Your original post is to be completed before you read and respond to others. Your post is to be a minimum of 250 and a maximum of 350 words, demonstrate critical thinking and collegiate writing skills, and reflect the week’s reading material. For an explanation of Critical Thinking criteria and a sample Discussion go to: Critical Thinking Explained.

Describe each of the tenets of each Reconstruction plan that relates to President Lincoln’s plan, President Johnson’s plan, and the Congressional plan for Reconstruction. Explain 2 examples of how were they similar? Explain 2 examples of how did they differ? Which plan was put into place and why? Evaluate whether Reconstruction was ultimately a success or failure. Be specific in your answer.

Competition between the First and Second Worlds dominated global politics from 1945 to 1991. This cold war emerged out of differing visions for a postwar Europe between the United States and the Soviet Union. In addition, ideological differences and mutual distrust fueled the tension. By 1947, both sides viewed the competition with the other as truly global and the greatest threat to their security. The following documents trace the evolution of the rhetoric of the early Cold War, both public and private. As you examine them, analyze how leaders and opinion makers portrayed their own antagonists’ motives. Why did they increasingly view each other as the biggest threats to their own security? Is one side to blame, or were both responsible for the Cold War rivalry? Was the conflict preventable? Sources “Resolution of the USSR Central Executive Committee,” (October 20, 1927) https://services.wwnorton.com/aws/pdf?&file=/wwnorton.college.public/coursepacks/history/worlds5/docs/ussr.pdf Churchill’s “Iron Curtain” Speech, March 5, 1946 https://services.wwnorton.com/aws/pdf?&file=/wwnorton.college.public/coursepacks/history/worlds5/docs/churchill.pdf Commencement Address, Harvard University, June 5, 1947. Speaker: George C. Marshall, U.S. Secretary of State https://services.wwnorton.com/aws/pdf?&file=/wwnorton.college.public/coursepacks/history/worlds5/docs/marshall.pdf Vyshinsky speech to U.N. General Assembly, September, 1947 https://services.wwnorton.com/aws/pdf?&file=/wwnorton.college.public/coursepacks/history/worlds5/docs/vyshinsky.pdf

Which amendment within the Bill of Rights would you change, strengthen, or eliminate and why?

Write an essay in which you discuss the removal of the Five Civilized Tribes from the American South during the presidency of Andrew Jackson.  What role did racism play in the motivation for Removal?  Why did Jackson agree to it?  How did the lifestyle of most Native Americans in the South compare to their white neighbors?  How was Removal accomplished for each tribe and what events surrounded that exile–don’t generalize here because each tribe’s experience was unique.  What happened to the real estate and businesses that those Native Americans were forced to leave behind?  How did Native Americans adapt to their new environment and their new neighbors?

**Please note that we have chosen: “Pocahontas and the challenge of Jamestown colony” for this paper. Please use and include previous sources from the annotated bibliography and outline. For the final Portfolio Project, option #1, write a paper about a person in a period of United States history from exploration to 1877, and explain a challenge the person faced, what that challenge was, and how the person did or did not overcome the challenge. • Do not write a complete biography of the person’s life. • Focus on a challenge faced by the person. • Describe the historical, social, governmental or personal circumstances of the challenge. • Explain how the person interacted with the challenge. o Did the person meet the challenge and succeed? o Did the challenge defeat the person? o Explain the resolution of the challenge. Was it resolved? Did it continue? o Does the challenge the person faced continue to challenge American society today? Explain how so or why the challenge no longer exists. This paper must include a discussion of the following topics: • a thorough summary of the event including the incidents that took place and the key individuals involved; • the importance of the event in the scheme of U.S. history; and • the impact of the event, person, or time in U.S. History. • Use at least five sources, one primary source and a scholarly journal article.

Week Eleven: Resorts and Environments . . . the Hamptons (Due 8/9, 1100pm) Watch this Red Tide video and find one newspaper and magazine article on the topic. For this assignment, write an 800 letter to the editor of a newspaper on the topic (don’t send the letter, this is just a way to help you frame the assignment)  VIDEO TO WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEQ4dquMssY

Question: Who was responsible for the Civil War? Was it the South? The North? Did strong personalities play a role? Was war inevitable? Explain your answer. Use the terms and concepts you learned from your textbook to support your answer. Cite your source(s) using APA Style.

Please add my resources and follow the writing plan 2 example and the final rubric plan. you must answers the questions ask? . 2-3 Writing Plan Progress Check 2 44.38 / 50 B+ Overall Feedback Cristhian, Great analysis of your secondary sources and I could definitely tell how your research question has developed from your sources. However, be sure to label each portion of your writing plan with subject headings. For example, Research Question should be above the portion where you write the actual question. Also, each of these paragraphs should be double-spaced. Beyond this, you are off to a great start! Mitch View Graded Rubric thats what I got on my writing plan 2. The research paper is about the abolish of slavery in america , and what we learnt from today. Please add today’s repercussions in 2020 , and what our government can do to help eliminate racism today. thank you .,