History

Compare the discussion of archaeology and heritage management in Bueno with Santiago’s discussion of the oil industry in the Huasteca, with reference to last week’s lecture. How did archaeology and the oil industry work together or conflict, given the broader objectives and practices of the Porfirian state? In your first post, make an argument, citing specific evidence from the course readings.

What does the term “vernacular” mean when we are thinking about Chinese literature of the Yuan through the mid-Qing?

African Societiesa. What were the roles of the different genders in the early African societies

Describe the ways in which the study of American History is useful to a professional navigating his/her way through today’s difficult economy.In eight to ten well-constructed sentences. Be sure to use proper grammar, as well as correct spelling and punctuation.

By providing your full legal name, perm number, and TA/section time below you confirm that you have completed this exam independently without any outside assistance.Please also sigh the following pledge: I pledge that I would finish the examination by myself and independently, and I do not seek outside support or cheat on the exam.Full Name: _____________________ Perm Number: _______________TA: __________________________ Signature: ___________________This exam is designed to take about 4 hours. In order to accommodate different time zones, Internet issues, and other potential disruptions, you have 60 hours to complete this exam from the moment it is posted on the Gauchospace course website, and upload it back onto the portal on the Gauchospace course website. There are 2 questions on this exam: pick 2 of the 3 questions.In your responses, draw from more than one type of material (readings, lectures, documentaries or film clips) to formulate your own analysis. You don’t have to use all types of material for each question; just more than one for each question, and each type at least once for the entire exam. Your responses need to be between 500 and 600 words per question. The total exam should be 4-5 pages double-spaced, 5 pages MAX.Be concise, analytical, and organized. Read the questions carefully and think deeply. Make sure you cite your sources using either MLA or Chicago style, including both in-text citations and a works cited/bibliography according to the Midterm Paper Citation Guide. When you are finished, please proofread your exam and run a spell-check before uploading.1. Throughout this entire class, we have been struggling with this issue: What is China? We learned that in different time periods, people used different names to talk about themselves: Hua, Huaxia, Zhongguo [the middle kingdom] were the earliest self-identifications and later, there were terms such as Han appearing in the Song, Jin and Mongol documents to address this particular group of people.Despite the changes in names, were there something persistent and long-lasting in what we consider as “Chinese culture” today? What were some of the most important features of “Chinese culture?” What were the key institutions and mechanisms that contributed to its longevity? What were the key dynasties and who were the key individuals that helped shape the “Chinese culture”?At the same time, in this class, we learned that “Chinese culture” was constantly changing and reacting to its interaction with other cultures and people, especially with the people in Inner Asia and the northern steppes. What were some of the time periods that we see “Chinese culture” heavily influenced by other cultures? Can you give some good and concrete examples?2. Discuss the relationship between China and the West (broadly defined) over the course of modern history (after 1700). How was contact first established? What sorts of people, objects, and ideas moved between the China and the West? How did large-scale Western and Japanese imperialism affect China during the 19th century and how did imperialism and China’s response change its economy, culture, and political systems? How did China interact with the West in the 20th century (the Republican era, the Mao years, and the Deng Xiaoping era) and how does China position itself now?3. Discuss the evolving roles of women within the family, in society, and in politics throughout Chinese history. Please use at least three periods of Chinese history that we have studied and concentrated on at least two topics. Topics include but are not limited to: the prescribed roles for women in Confucian discourse, female rulers in China, women in the Han gender discourse, women under the Tang Code, women in the Song commercial economy, Cult of Widow chastity, the institutions of marriage and concubinage, individualism and women, women in revolutions, and women under socialism since 1949, and many more.

1. Based on the skills approach, how would you assess Dr. Wood’s leadership and his relationship to themembers of the Elder Care Project team? Will the project be successful?2. Does Dr. Wood have the skills necessary to be an effective leader of this research team?3. The skills model describes three important competencies for leaders: problem-solving skills, socialjudgment skills, and knowledge. If you were to coach Dr. Wood using this model, what competencieswould you address with him? What changes would you suggest that he make in his leadership?

Interview someone, preferably of Asian American descent, and preferably older than you are.Keep the interview in 30 minutes or less and get as much details of the person’s life as you can.Write a description of the person and how/where you interviewed them. (1/2 page double spaced)Write a summary of the main portions of the interview and include short quotes. (2 and 1/2 pages double spaced)Describe how the person’s experience fits into American history by including other major events that were happening at the same time as events in the person’s life. (1 page double spaced)Describe your 3 or more takeaways from doing the interview. (1 page double spaced)Who is your Interviewee?My friend’s grandpaHow will you do your interview?phone call or facetime

Write an obituaryEnter your response here: (it will expand as you type)Instructions- Write an obituaryWrite an obituary regarding the person you have been assigned. An obituary is a notice of a death that typically includes a brief biography of the deceased person along with other important information about this person’s life. Traditionally it would have been published in a local newspaper.Read the article and then work with your group to determine what is the most important information you can convey about this person- what makes him or her interesting and what contributions did he or she make to the revolution?In writing this notice, you should include the following: the announcement of death and the important details and life events. Normally an obituary would include other information such as the family members and the funeral arrangement, but since you do not have that information, omit it.Work with your group to compose the obituary. One person in your group should be responsible for typing the answer in the form as indicated. You are submitting one response for the entire group. Be sure to include all of the names of the people in your group. The answer should be about 250-300 words.

Discussion #10: The Struggle for Civil RightsThroughout the 1950s African Americans in northern cities grew increasingly active in opposing discrimination and in protesting white resistance to black progress in housing, education, and employment. Martin Luther King and others embarked on a campaign of nonviolent resistance and demonstrations, which spread to the south. Some of the leadership in the Deep South responded with brutal force, taking a militant stand against change, and in defiance of federal legislation to grant African Americans their civil rights.In order to prepare for this discussion forum:Review and identify the relevant sections of Chapter 29 that support your discussion.Read the linked essay DEBATING THE PAST: The Civil Rights MovementReview the material contained in the site Responses Coming from the Civil Rights Movement.After you have completed your readings post your response to only one of the following questions:Identify and list some of the factors that contributed to the success of the Civil Rights movement. Choose one, and discuss its significance to the movement, and explain why you made this particular choice.Ironically, the reaction of many southern whites to the civil rights activities may have actually served to help the blacks’ cause.” Agree or Disagree with this statement. Make sure that you provide evidence to support your argument.

a) Definition of culture (citation needed).) In your own words, state why it is important understanding the role culture plays in leadershipc) Define cultural baggage? (citation needed)d) Name the culture you are from and highlight your own personal cultural baggage you have.2) Part 2 include:a) Name the comparison culture that is from a different cluster from your own.b) Why did you choose this culture ?c) Have you ever met someone from this culture?3) Part 3 include:a) In a table format, compare the following between your culture and the culture you chose:i) Verbal Communication: Direct or Indirectii) Non-Verbal Communicationiii) Individual (Me) or Collectivism (We) traitsiv) Democratic or Autocraticv) Views on gender egalitarianismvi) Views on timevii) Negotiations/Dealing with conflict4) Part 4 include:a) Choose one difference and discuss two strategies you would use to engage that person if they were on your team.b) Finish with a concluding paragraph stating what you learned about culture and how it has affected your underdstanding of how you will lead.