Which of the following events contributed to the start of the War of 1812? Choose all answers that are correct. Question options: A) The British attacked New OrleansB) British ships were seizing American ships.C) British ships were impressing American sailors.D) American ships were impressing British soldiers.E)The British welcomed the Shawnee tribes in Canada Show more

56 POINTS!!!! Al Gore wanted a vote recount in four Florida counties—Volusia, Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade. What did these counties have in common? The counties had less than 20 percent of votes for the Democratic Party. The counties had less than 20 percent of votes for the Republican Party. The counties had high populations and more voters that chose Gore. The counties had low […]

Match the terms on the left with their definition on the right. (Questions) A.) a group that strongly disagrees with another group B.) an attitude of disagreement C.) powerful and able to control something D.) a documentary that protects rights and limits government powers (Answers) A.) bill of rights B.) faction C.) influential D.) critical Show more

Based on what you have learned, choose the correct statements about the Oregon and California Trails from the list below. Check all of the boxes that apply. A. The California Trail was used before the Oregon Trail. B. The Oregon Trail led pioneers to rich farmlands where they settled. C. The California Trail split off from the Oregon Trail as it reached the West. D. […]

In this discussion I want you to consider the following:Espionage and Seditions Acts during WWIInternment of Japanese-Americans during WWIIMcCarthyism and the Red ScarePentagon PapersTo what extent should the personal liberties of American citizens be curtailed in order to protect the nation as a whole? Do you agree with the national security arguments made for each of the above? What lessons were learned from the above and can […]

1)What role did racism play in the development of slavery? Did racism encourage slavery, or did slavery promote racism?2)Why did the white colonists decide to embrace slavery over indentured servitude? What were the specific advantages (for white Virginians) of slavery?3)Describe and discuss the experiences of the English settlers with Native Americans during the Beaver Wars, Metacom’s War, and Bacon’s Rebellion. Show more

Provide a summary of Cheikh Anta Diop’s “Two Cradle Theory“, which is about the evolution of cultures in Europe and Africa. Discuss briefly how he characterizes each cradle and then evaluate his theory. Do you agree with his analysis of why these two cradles emerged with such different worldviews and behaviors? Provide examples to support your opinion. Show more

1)What actions were taken by the Second Continental Congress after the actions at Lexington and Concord? At this point, do you think all-out war could have been prevented?2)What was the Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking Up Arms?3)Another important event in the 1700s, namely the Great Awakening of the 1740s. Discuss the significance of the Great Awakening. In what ways did it influence […]

1. (Points: 1) Which of the following was not a goal for those writing the Texas constitution?a. giving independence to the judiciary by making all judges appointed, instead of electedb. strong popular control of state governmentc. checking the powers of the governord. limits on the ability of the government to impose taxese. restrictions on the power of the government to get into debtSave Answer 2. […]

Go to the below link and watch a few presidential campaigncommercials from 1972. What are the messages? What are they fighting over? Who istheir audience? Then write a 2-3 paragraph response that compares and contrasts 1Nixon and 1 McGovern commercial. Post your response in the designated Unit 11 Quizlink in the Unit 11 content area. See the link at:http://www.livingroomcandidate.org/commercials/1972 Show more