The document provides a chronological overview of 33 DBQ (document-based questions) prompts from 1976 to 2001 that cover various periods and topics in American history from the colonial era to the mid-20th century. The prompts examine differences between New England and Chesapeake colonies, changes in American society in the mid-18th century, the development of a pre-revolutionary American identity, and the impact of the French and Indian War on Britain's colonies, among other subjects.
This chapter discusses the period after the American Revolution when the country struggled with different ideas about how to structure the new government. The Articles of Confederation created a weak national government and economic troubles led some, like Shays, to rebel. At the 1787 Constitutional Convention, delegates debated plans like the Virginia and New Jersey Plans before agreeing to the Great Compromise. The resulting Constitution established a stronger federal government but was still controversial, with Federalists supporting it and Anti-Federalists opposing. It was narrowly ratified after promises of amendments, establishing an initial framework for how political disputes could be addressed within the new democratic system.
This document provides an overview of the Revolutionary era in America from 1764-1783. It describes the growing tensions between the American colonies and Britain due to new taxes and laws passed by Parliament, as well as events that escalated the conflict such as the Boston Tea Party and the Intolerable Acts. The document then discusses the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, key battles like Bunker Hill, growing support for independence from figures like Thomas Paine, and the eventual adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It concludes with an overview of the later years of the war including American victory at Yorktown in 1781 and the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which ended the war and recognized American independence.
Chapter 6: Political passions in the New Republic, 1789-1800suziehinman
The document provides an overview of the political and social developments in the United States between 1789 and 1800, during the early years of the new republic. It describes the establishment of the new federal government under George Washington and the opposing visions of Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson that led to the emergence of political parties. Key events discussed include Hamilton's economic program, conflicts over the French Revolution, the Whiskey Rebellion, and the presidency of John Adams. By 1800, partisan divisions had intensified and the election of Jefferson threatened to upend the Federalist dominance of government.
The document discusses several themes in American history from the 19th and 20th centuries:
1. Westward expansion in the US and settlement on Native American lands, resulting in the removal of over 100,000 eastern Indians. A similar process occurred in Argentina and Canada.
2. Mass immigration to the US, Argentina, and Canada between 1870-1920, particularly due to improved transportation and industrial job opportunities. The US received over 3/5 of European immigrants.
3. The emergence of American imperialism in the late 19th/early 20th century, as evidenced by World's Fairs promoting expansion. However, the US emphasized its mission differently than European imperial powers.
4. The worldwide Great
This document provides an overview of the chapter "Jeffersonian America: An Expanding Empire of Liberty, 1800–1824" from the textbook "Visions of America, A History of the United States". The chapter discusses Thomas Jefferson's presidency and expansion of the United States during this period, including the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark expedition, the War of 1812, and the Monroe Doctrine. It also examines political, economic, and social developments in Jeffersonian America.
The chapter discusses the crisis of authority that emerged in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. Key events and movements included the rise of the New Left and counterculture youth movement in response to the Vietnam War; increased activism among minorities for civil rights and recognition of ethnic identities; and the women's liberation movement and its focus on issues like equal rights and abortion. Environmentalism also grew during this period. Under Nixon, relations eased with China but the Vietnam War escalated, as did the Watergate scandal, ultimately leading to Nixon's resignation in 1974.
This chapter discusses the political and economic events in the United States from the 1970s to early 1990s. It covers Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter's presidencies, the rise of conservatism under Ronald Reagan, and the fall of the Soviet Union. Key events included the Watergate scandal, the Iran hostage crisis, Reagan's economic policies, and the first Gulf War under George H.W. Bush.
Here are the key differences between socialism and communism:
- Socialism allows for some private ownership of business and property, while communism advocates public/government ownership of all major means of production like factories and infrastructure.
- Politically, socialism can exist within a democratic system with multiple parties, while communism is typically a one-party totalitarian system led by a vanguard party.
- Under socialism the goal is public ownership of utilities, banks, and major industries, but not necessarily complete government control of the economy. Communism aims for complete public control and abolition of private property and business ownership.
So in summary, socialism advocates a mixed economy with public and private sectors working together, while communism seeks a fully planned public economy with
This chapter discusses the period after the American Revolution when the country struggled with different ideas about how to structure the new government. The Articles of Confederation created a weak national government and economic troubles led some, like Shays, to rebel. At the 1787 Constitutional Convention, delegates debated plans like the Virginia and New Jersey Plans before agreeing to the Great Compromise. The resulting Constitution established a stronger federal government but was still controversial, with Federalists supporting it and Anti-Federalists opposing. It was narrowly ratified after promises of amendments, establishing an initial framework for how political disputes could be addressed within the new democratic system.
This document provides an overview of the Revolutionary era in America from 1764-1783. It describes the growing tensions between the American colonies and Britain due to new taxes and laws passed by Parliament, as well as events that escalated the conflict such as the Boston Tea Party and the Intolerable Acts. The document then discusses the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, key battles like Bunker Hill, growing support for independence from figures like Thomas Paine, and the eventual adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It concludes with an overview of the later years of the war including American victory at Yorktown in 1781 and the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which ended the war and recognized American independence.
Chapter 6: Political passions in the New Republic, 1789-1800suziehinman
The document provides an overview of the political and social developments in the United States between 1789 and 1800, during the early years of the new republic. It describes the establishment of the new federal government under George Washington and the opposing visions of Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson that led to the emergence of political parties. Key events discussed include Hamilton's economic program, conflicts over the French Revolution, the Whiskey Rebellion, and the presidency of John Adams. By 1800, partisan divisions had intensified and the election of Jefferson threatened to upend the Federalist dominance of government.
The document discusses several themes in American history from the 19th and 20th centuries:
1. Westward expansion in the US and settlement on Native American lands, resulting in the removal of over 100,000 eastern Indians. A similar process occurred in Argentina and Canada.
2. Mass immigration to the US, Argentina, and Canada between 1870-1920, particularly due to improved transportation and industrial job opportunities. The US received over 3/5 of European immigrants.
3. The emergence of American imperialism in the late 19th/early 20th century, as evidenced by World's Fairs promoting expansion. However, the US emphasized its mission differently than European imperial powers.
4. The worldwide Great
This document provides an overview of the chapter "Jeffersonian America: An Expanding Empire of Liberty, 1800–1824" from the textbook "Visions of America, A History of the United States". The chapter discusses Thomas Jefferson's presidency and expansion of the United States during this period, including the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark expedition, the War of 1812, and the Monroe Doctrine. It also examines political, economic, and social developments in Jeffersonian America.
The chapter discusses the crisis of authority that emerged in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. Key events and movements included the rise of the New Left and counterculture youth movement in response to the Vietnam War; increased activism among minorities for civil rights and recognition of ethnic identities; and the women's liberation movement and its focus on issues like equal rights and abortion. Environmentalism also grew during this period. Under Nixon, relations eased with China but the Vietnam War escalated, as did the Watergate scandal, ultimately leading to Nixon's resignation in 1974.
This chapter discusses the political and economic events in the United States from the 1970s to early 1990s. It covers Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter's presidencies, the rise of conservatism under Ronald Reagan, and the fall of the Soviet Union. Key events included the Watergate scandal, the Iran hostage crisis, Reagan's economic policies, and the first Gulf War under George H.W. Bush.
Here are the key differences between socialism and communism:
- Socialism allows for some private ownership of business and property, while communism advocates public/government ownership of all major means of production like factories and infrastructure.
- Politically, socialism can exist within a democratic system with multiple parties, while communism is typically a one-party totalitarian system led by a vanguard party.
- Under socialism the goal is public ownership of utilities, banks, and major industries, but not necessarily complete government control of the economy. Communism aims for complete public control and abolition of private property and business ownership.
So in summary, socialism advocates a mixed economy with public and private sectors working together, while communism seeks a fully planned public economy with
This document provides context about the volume of Foreign Relations of the United States that covers US policy toward Chile from 1969 to 1973. It discusses the structure and scope of the Foreign Relations series, the focus of research for this specific volume, and the editorial methodology used. The volume is organized chronologically around three periods: before Salvador Allende's election in 1970, between his election and inauguration, and after his inauguration until the 1973 coup. It aims to provide a comprehensive documentary record of US decisions and actions during this pivotal time in Chilean-US relations.
Chapter 3: Growth, Slavery, and Conflictsuziehinman
This document appears to be a chapter from a history textbook about colonial America from 1710-1763. It covers several topics:
- Culture and society in the 18th century, including the refinement of colonial culture and growing wealth.
- The Enlightenment and Great Awakening religious movements of the time.
- The experiences of African Americans, including the growth of slavery and emergence of African American culture.
- Immigration trends, regional economies, and growing inequality in colonial cities and countryside.
- Conflicts over land and empire, such as the struggle between British and French interests in North America and tensions with Native Americans.
Chapter 8: The Democratization of American Culture, 1824-1840suziehinman
1) The document discusses American politics and culture between 1820-1840, including the rise of Jacksonian democracy and the development of the two-party system.
2) It examines key figures like Andrew Jackson and Henry Clay, events like the Bank War and Nullification Crisis, and the growth of the Democratic and Whig parties.
3) Key debates are analyzed, such as the limits of democracy, treatment of Native Americans, and economic policy regarding issues like the Bank of the United States.
This chapter discusses the rise of globalization and partisanship in American politics from the 1990s to the 2000s. Key events included Clinton's presidency and impeachment, the 2000 election controversy, the 9/11 terrorist attacks and subsequent War on Terror under George W. Bush. The chapter also examines economic trends like the tech boom and growing inequality, social issues such as immigration and the AIDS epidemic, and cultural debates over feminism, abortion, and the environment during this period of increased global connections and instability.
This document is a chapter from a history textbook about English colonial societies from 1590-1710. It covers the founding and development of the earliest English colonies in North America, including the Chesapeake colonies of Jamestown and Maryland, as well as New England. It also discusses the Caribbean colonies and proprietary colonies established later in the 17th century. The chapter is divided into sections on the different colonial regions and time periods, and contains questions for students on key events, people, and concepts discussed in the text.
Chapter 11: "To Overspread the Continent" Westward Expansion and Political Co...suziehinman
This chapter discusses westward expansion and political conflicts between 1840-1848. It covers how Manifest Destiny influenced expansion via the Oregon Trail and Mormon migration to Utah. It also discusses American acquisition of the Southwest from Mexico through the Mexican-American War and resulting Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848. This caused significant political conflicts over the extension of slavery into the new territories and rise of sectionalism, exemplified by the Wilmot Proviso banning slavery in the lands acquired from Mexico.
The document summarizes key events and developments during the Jeffersonian Era in the early 1800s. It discusses the transition to "common man" politics under Andrew Jackson, the 12th Amendment addressing the electoral college, the Chesapeake Affair sparking the Embargo Act, and John Marshall's landmark Supreme Court decisions expanding federal power. It also covers the Louisiana Purchase doubling the size of the US, the Lewis and Clark Expedition exploring the new territory, Sacajawea's role as guide, and clashes between settlers and Native Americans led by Tecumseh.
Reasons Why Immigration Was Being To Be Stoppedsocialsubjects
Attitudes toward immigration in the United States became more restrictive in the early 1920s for several reasons. The Red Scare following World War 1 led many Americans to fear immigrants from certain parts of Europe. The postwar economic troubles caused resentment against immigrants who were seen as competing for scarce jobs. Racist attitudes against immigrants from Southern and Eastern Europe, as well as Asia, also contributed to the desire to cut immigration levels.
The progressive movement at the turn of the 20th century aimed to address many social issues and combat corruption. Reformers like Jacob Riis revealed the realities of poverty in urban America through photographs and lectures. Muckraking journalists in popular periodicals exposed various evils, sparking reforms. Women also played a key role in the crusade, arguing for suffrage by stressing their roles outside the home. Under President Theodore Roosevelt, the Square Deal pursued reforms and trust-busting to regulate rapidly growing industries and protect consumers and labor. Roosevelt established many national parks and forests to pursue conservation. However, his successor Taft struggled due to his support for the status quo over further progressive change.
This document provides background information on several key events of the 1920s in the United States. It discusses the political climate after World War 1 including isolationism, nativism, and fear of communism. It also summarizes some major labor disputes of the decade like the Boston Police Strike and strikes in the steel and coal industries. Influential trials like that of Sacco and Vanzetti are also covered which highlighted issues of immigrants rights and prejudice of the time period.
The document provides an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal programs launched in response to the Great Depression. It discusses FDR's election in 1932, his initial actions to stabilize the economy like closing banks, and major New Deal programs passed during the Hundred Days like the CCC and AAA. It also summarizes the Second New Deal launched in 1935 which included the WPA and Social Security, as well as opposition from critics. The New Deal fundamentally changed the relationship between Americans and their government but faced limits and challenges that contributed to its eventual end in 1938.
The document provides background information on the economic factors that led to the Great Depression in the United States. It describes how strong economic growth in the 1920s masked underlying weaknesses like uneven wealth distribution. The stock market crash of 1929 exposed these flaws and triggered a widespread economic crisis. As consumer spending declined, businesses collapsed and unemployment rose sharply, plunging the US into the Great Depression, a time of immense hardship for many Americans.
Interventions by the armed forces in brazil throughout history and its conseq...Fernando Alcoforado
The balance of military interventions was extremely negative for Brazil because democracy did not take place after the proclamation of the Republic in 1889 and was struck in 1930 and in 1964 with the dictatorship, despite the economic advances obtained with the military interventions in 1930 and 1964. Therefore, those who think that military interventions are beneficial for the country are mistaken.
George Washington was born in 1732 in Virginia and raised in a wealthy family. He began his military career in 1753 as a major in the Virginia militia. During the French and Indian War, he led British forces but was defeated, which helped trigger the wider conflict. In 1775, the Continental Congress appointed him Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War. Despite facing many challenges, he successfully led the colonial forces to victory over the British at Yorktown in 1781. After the war, Washington presided over the Constitutional Convention and was unanimously elected the first President of the United States, establishing important precedents during his two terms. He retired again to Mount Vernon in 1797 and died two years
This document provides an overview of key events and developments in America between 1919-1941, including:
1. After WWI, many Americans embraced isolationism and opposed American involvement in foreign affairs like the League of Nations. Tariffs were also increased in the 1920s to protect American industry and jobs.
2. The 1920s saw economic prosperity for some but also poverty, fueled by consumerism, racial tensions, and Prohibition. The stock market crash of 1929 led to the Great Depression of the 1930s.
3. In response to the Depression, FDR introduced the New Deal which included relief programs and financial reforms aimed at recovery. While successful in some areas, the New Deal faced opposition and did not
The document discusses the rule of Jean-Pierre Boyer in Haiti from 1820 to 1843. It argues that this period was instrumental in establishing the social, political, and economic structures of Haiti. Boyer's primary concern was security, which he sought through neutralizing military leaders, invading Santo Domingo, and negotiating with France for recognition, which resulted in a crippling debt for Haiti. However, these actions undermined Haiti's security by outraging the people and solidifying class and racial divisions in Haitian society. Boyer's rule established a pattern of subsistence farming and a weak economy that shaped Haiti for generations.
The document provides prompts for writing about Miracle Mile Tucson in the 1950s. It asks the reader to provide 3 adjectives that would describe the area in the 1950s, and then lists several questions about Stanley Williamson's life and how two world history events and an Arizona history event shaped his experience in Tucson and business on Miracle Mile. Understanding Williamson's connection to Tucson would require a historian to learn more about those shaping events.
The chapter discusses the American Revolution from its early causes like the Seven Years' War and increased taxes on the colonies, to the declaration of independence in 1776. It then covers the war itself, which involved key battles across New England, the mid-Atlantic, and Southern regions. The war effort required financing and support from foreign allies like France. After American victory was secured with help from France, the new states worked to develop independent governments under the Articles of Confederation, while continuing to deal with issues of slavery, rights for women and minorities, and tensions with Native Americans.
The document discusses the political changes that occurred in the United States following the Era of Good Feelings. New political parties formed as opposition became more accepted. Candidates used new campaign methods like parades and barbecues to appeal to voters. Voter turnout doubled between 1824 and 1828 as people became more engaged in the political process. The elections of the 1820s and 1830s were characterized by the rise of Jacksonian democracy and the development of the two-party system between the Democrats and Whigs.
The student worksheet presents a questionnaire asking whether the government should have certain rights if they suspect an individual of terrorist activities. The rights inquired about include obtaining private records without consent, conducting searches and surveillance without warrants, indefinite imprisonment without charges, secret identities and trials without civilian juries or rights to legal counsel and appeals.
The 1950s in America saw a period of prosperity and cultural change. Eisenhower was elected president twice on the message of peace and prosperity. Popular culture reflected the growing consumerism of the postwar period through the rise of new franchises like McDonald's and products for the home like frozen dinners and Tupperware. The idealized image of the nuclear family and the housewife's role dominated social norms, though figures like Betty Friedan began criticizing the feminine mystique. The civil rights movement also gained momentum through new legislation and the work of activists.
This document provides context about the volume of Foreign Relations of the United States that covers US policy toward Chile from 1969 to 1973. It discusses the structure and scope of the Foreign Relations series, the focus of research for this specific volume, and the editorial methodology used. The volume is organized chronologically around three periods: before Salvador Allende's election in 1970, between his election and inauguration, and after his inauguration until the 1973 coup. It aims to provide a comprehensive documentary record of US decisions and actions during this pivotal time in Chilean-US relations.
Chapter 3: Growth, Slavery, and Conflictsuziehinman
This document appears to be a chapter from a history textbook about colonial America from 1710-1763. It covers several topics:
- Culture and society in the 18th century, including the refinement of colonial culture and growing wealth.
- The Enlightenment and Great Awakening religious movements of the time.
- The experiences of African Americans, including the growth of slavery and emergence of African American culture.
- Immigration trends, regional economies, and growing inequality in colonial cities and countryside.
- Conflicts over land and empire, such as the struggle between British and French interests in North America and tensions with Native Americans.
Chapter 8: The Democratization of American Culture, 1824-1840suziehinman
1) The document discusses American politics and culture between 1820-1840, including the rise of Jacksonian democracy and the development of the two-party system.
2) It examines key figures like Andrew Jackson and Henry Clay, events like the Bank War and Nullification Crisis, and the growth of the Democratic and Whig parties.
3) Key debates are analyzed, such as the limits of democracy, treatment of Native Americans, and economic policy regarding issues like the Bank of the United States.
This chapter discusses the rise of globalization and partisanship in American politics from the 1990s to the 2000s. Key events included Clinton's presidency and impeachment, the 2000 election controversy, the 9/11 terrorist attacks and subsequent War on Terror under George W. Bush. The chapter also examines economic trends like the tech boom and growing inequality, social issues such as immigration and the AIDS epidemic, and cultural debates over feminism, abortion, and the environment during this period of increased global connections and instability.
This document is a chapter from a history textbook about English colonial societies from 1590-1710. It covers the founding and development of the earliest English colonies in North America, including the Chesapeake colonies of Jamestown and Maryland, as well as New England. It also discusses the Caribbean colonies and proprietary colonies established later in the 17th century. The chapter is divided into sections on the different colonial regions and time periods, and contains questions for students on key events, people, and concepts discussed in the text.
Chapter 11: "To Overspread the Continent" Westward Expansion and Political Co...suziehinman
This chapter discusses westward expansion and political conflicts between 1840-1848. It covers how Manifest Destiny influenced expansion via the Oregon Trail and Mormon migration to Utah. It also discusses American acquisition of the Southwest from Mexico through the Mexican-American War and resulting Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848. This caused significant political conflicts over the extension of slavery into the new territories and rise of sectionalism, exemplified by the Wilmot Proviso banning slavery in the lands acquired from Mexico.
The document summarizes key events and developments during the Jeffersonian Era in the early 1800s. It discusses the transition to "common man" politics under Andrew Jackson, the 12th Amendment addressing the electoral college, the Chesapeake Affair sparking the Embargo Act, and John Marshall's landmark Supreme Court decisions expanding federal power. It also covers the Louisiana Purchase doubling the size of the US, the Lewis and Clark Expedition exploring the new territory, Sacajawea's role as guide, and clashes between settlers and Native Americans led by Tecumseh.
Reasons Why Immigration Was Being To Be Stoppedsocialsubjects
Attitudes toward immigration in the United States became more restrictive in the early 1920s for several reasons. The Red Scare following World War 1 led many Americans to fear immigrants from certain parts of Europe. The postwar economic troubles caused resentment against immigrants who were seen as competing for scarce jobs. Racist attitudes against immigrants from Southern and Eastern Europe, as well as Asia, also contributed to the desire to cut immigration levels.
The progressive movement at the turn of the 20th century aimed to address many social issues and combat corruption. Reformers like Jacob Riis revealed the realities of poverty in urban America through photographs and lectures. Muckraking journalists in popular periodicals exposed various evils, sparking reforms. Women also played a key role in the crusade, arguing for suffrage by stressing their roles outside the home. Under President Theodore Roosevelt, the Square Deal pursued reforms and trust-busting to regulate rapidly growing industries and protect consumers and labor. Roosevelt established many national parks and forests to pursue conservation. However, his successor Taft struggled due to his support for the status quo over further progressive change.
This document provides background information on several key events of the 1920s in the United States. It discusses the political climate after World War 1 including isolationism, nativism, and fear of communism. It also summarizes some major labor disputes of the decade like the Boston Police Strike and strikes in the steel and coal industries. Influential trials like that of Sacco and Vanzetti are also covered which highlighted issues of immigrants rights and prejudice of the time period.
The document provides an overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal programs launched in response to the Great Depression. It discusses FDR's election in 1932, his initial actions to stabilize the economy like closing banks, and major New Deal programs passed during the Hundred Days like the CCC and AAA. It also summarizes the Second New Deal launched in 1935 which included the WPA and Social Security, as well as opposition from critics. The New Deal fundamentally changed the relationship between Americans and their government but faced limits and challenges that contributed to its eventual end in 1938.
The document provides background information on the economic factors that led to the Great Depression in the United States. It describes how strong economic growth in the 1920s masked underlying weaknesses like uneven wealth distribution. The stock market crash of 1929 exposed these flaws and triggered a widespread economic crisis. As consumer spending declined, businesses collapsed and unemployment rose sharply, plunging the US into the Great Depression, a time of immense hardship for many Americans.
Interventions by the armed forces in brazil throughout history and its conseq...Fernando Alcoforado
The balance of military interventions was extremely negative for Brazil because democracy did not take place after the proclamation of the Republic in 1889 and was struck in 1930 and in 1964 with the dictatorship, despite the economic advances obtained with the military interventions in 1930 and 1964. Therefore, those who think that military interventions are beneficial for the country are mistaken.
George Washington was born in 1732 in Virginia and raised in a wealthy family. He began his military career in 1753 as a major in the Virginia militia. During the French and Indian War, he led British forces but was defeated, which helped trigger the wider conflict. In 1775, the Continental Congress appointed him Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War. Despite facing many challenges, he successfully led the colonial forces to victory over the British at Yorktown in 1781. After the war, Washington presided over the Constitutional Convention and was unanimously elected the first President of the United States, establishing important precedents during his two terms. He retired again to Mount Vernon in 1797 and died two years
This document provides an overview of key events and developments in America between 1919-1941, including:
1. After WWI, many Americans embraced isolationism and opposed American involvement in foreign affairs like the League of Nations. Tariffs were also increased in the 1920s to protect American industry and jobs.
2. The 1920s saw economic prosperity for some but also poverty, fueled by consumerism, racial tensions, and Prohibition. The stock market crash of 1929 led to the Great Depression of the 1930s.
3. In response to the Depression, FDR introduced the New Deal which included relief programs and financial reforms aimed at recovery. While successful in some areas, the New Deal faced opposition and did not
The document discusses the rule of Jean-Pierre Boyer in Haiti from 1820 to 1843. It argues that this period was instrumental in establishing the social, political, and economic structures of Haiti. Boyer's primary concern was security, which he sought through neutralizing military leaders, invading Santo Domingo, and negotiating with France for recognition, which resulted in a crippling debt for Haiti. However, these actions undermined Haiti's security by outraging the people and solidifying class and racial divisions in Haitian society. Boyer's rule established a pattern of subsistence farming and a weak economy that shaped Haiti for generations.
The document provides prompts for writing about Miracle Mile Tucson in the 1950s. It asks the reader to provide 3 adjectives that would describe the area in the 1950s, and then lists several questions about Stanley Williamson's life and how two world history events and an Arizona history event shaped his experience in Tucson and business on Miracle Mile. Understanding Williamson's connection to Tucson would require a historian to learn more about those shaping events.
The chapter discusses the American Revolution from its early causes like the Seven Years' War and increased taxes on the colonies, to the declaration of independence in 1776. It then covers the war itself, which involved key battles across New England, the mid-Atlantic, and Southern regions. The war effort required financing and support from foreign allies like France. After American victory was secured with help from France, the new states worked to develop independent governments under the Articles of Confederation, while continuing to deal with issues of slavery, rights for women and minorities, and tensions with Native Americans.
The document discusses the political changes that occurred in the United States following the Era of Good Feelings. New political parties formed as opposition became more accepted. Candidates used new campaign methods like parades and barbecues to appeal to voters. Voter turnout doubled between 1824 and 1828 as people became more engaged in the political process. The elections of the 1820s and 1830s were characterized by the rise of Jacksonian democracy and the development of the two-party system between the Democrats and Whigs.
The student worksheet presents a questionnaire asking whether the government should have certain rights if they suspect an individual of terrorist activities. The rights inquired about include obtaining private records without consent, conducting searches and surveillance without warrants, indefinite imprisonment without charges, secret identities and trials without civilian juries or rights to legal counsel and appeals.
The 1950s in America saw a period of prosperity and cultural change. Eisenhower was elected president twice on the message of peace and prosperity. Popular culture reflected the growing consumerism of the postwar period through the rise of new franchises like McDonald's and products for the home like frozen dinners and Tupperware. The idealized image of the nuclear family and the housewife's role dominated social norms, though figures like Betty Friedan began criticizing the feminine mystique. The civil rights movement also gained momentum through new legislation and the work of activists.
This document provides directions for a civil liberties activity where students will:
1) Complete a questionnaire about their opinions on civil liberties amendments.
2) Review key civil liberties amendments, wartime examples, and court cases about detention and the military.
3) Decide how court cases should be ruled and why based on what they learned.
4) Summarize arguments for and against detention and military commissions, incorporating comments from others.
5) Identify the most compelling arguments and which side has constitutional support.
6) Write a paragraph giving their opinion on the current balance between national security and civil liberties.
1) In 1866, the Supreme Court ruled in Ex parte Milligan that the military trial of Lambdin P. Milligan was illegal since civilian courts were still operating, and martial law cannot exist in such a situation. The ruling upheld the right to trial by jury.
2) In 1919, the Supreme Court upheld Charles Schenck's Espionage Act conviction for distributing leaflets urging draft resistance, establishing that free speech is not absolute and can be limited during wartime to prevent threats to national security.
3) During WWII, the Supreme Court upheld the internment of Japanese Americans in Korematsu v. United States, deferring to claims of military necessity, though the decision was later criticized for failing to
Students will research and present on a key person or event from the Civil Rights Movement. They have two class periods to research their assigned topic using netbooks and other materials. Presentations must be 3-4 minutes long using a poster board or PowerPoint and address how the topic influenced the movement, its effects on society, and ongoing impacts today. Students will also complete a homework assignment such as a poem, haikus, or reflection. The purpose is to learn about important figures and terms that advanced civil rights and their lasting effects on culture and society. A schedule outlines research, assembly, presentations, and the grading breakdown.
This document discusses seven habits for effective living: begin with the end in mind, put first things first, think win-win, seek first to understand then to be understood, and synergize. It emphasizes the importance of planning for the future, prioritizing important tasks, considering others' perspectives, and cooperating to achieve mutual benefit rather than competition.
This document provides a list of topics related to US history between the 1920s-1940s including reasons for US isolationism, the importance of the navy, 1930s electorate politics, Keynesian economics, Dollar Diplomacy and the Roosevelt Corollary foreign policy, the three main economic systems, influential women and novelists of the era, the NRA organization, and why the US entered WWI. The list appears to identify concepts and events that would be useful to review in order to gain a high-level understanding of US domestic and foreign policy during the early 20th century.
The document discusses resistance to white supremacy in the American civil rights movement and South Africa between the 1950s-1960s. It notes that Martin Luther King Jr. led the nonviolent American movement, drawing from Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence. This successful movement led to civil rights legislation in 1964-1965. In South Africa, the nonviolent Defiance Campaign was brutally suppressed by the government, massacring protesters and banning the opposition ANC party. Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 25 years as a result. The movements in both places aimed to end racial segregation but only the American one succeeded at that time.
The document discusses several themes in American history that have recurred over time, such as economic development through infrastructure projects like the Erie Canal and New York's Tech Valley; states' rights issues seen in the Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions and Nullification Crisis; the influence of third party candidates; loose interpretations of the Constitution by figures like Hamilton, Jefferson, and others; wartime constitutional issues like the Alien and Sedition Acts and responses to war like the Espionage Act; human rights issues faced by African slaves and Chinese immigrants; transportation innovations like the transcontinental railroad and Panama Canal; women's roles in history; responses to imperialism like the Philippine Revolution; social movements and literature influencing public opinion like Uncle Tom's Cabin and The
1. How did African societies change as a result of increased contact.docxvannagoforth
1. How did African societies change as a result of increased contact with Europeans?
2. What enabled the Spanish to defeat the Aztecs?
3. How did the arrival of Europeans affect relations among Native Americans in and around the Hudson River Valley?
4.Compare the founding and development of society in Virginia and Massachusetts Bay.
5.Compare the development of Pennsylvania and New York with the New England colonies.
6.ow did Massachusetts evolve, both socially and economically during the seventeenth century?
7.Why did Chesapeake and Lower South colonists shift from indentured servants to slaves as their labor force?
8.how did the Great Awakening shape American society?
9. Why did the colonists react so strongly against British legislation concerning the colonies following the French and Indian War?
10. Discuss the various resistance tactics used by the Americans against the British from 1773 to 1775. Were they effective? Why or why not?
11.Describe the differing views among colonial leaders as to how to protest their grievances to Britain leading up to the Declaration of Independence.
12.What was the political philosophy of "republicanism"?
13.what role did religion play in America in the early nineteenth century?
14.Compare Thomas Jefferson's views on African Americans with his views on Native Americans.
15.In what ways did Jefferson believe that agrarianism would promote democracy?
16.How did Andrew Jackson change the role of the presidency?
17.What was the impact of industrialization on women?
18.How did the Second Great Awakening transform American religious culture?
19. How did slaves resist the demands of slaveholders?
20.Describe the political philosophy of the Republican Party.
21.What role did women play in the Civil War?
22.To what extent is it valid to claim that Reconstruction was a failure? To what extent was it a success?
23.How did the newly freed people try to take control of their fate during Reconstruction?
24.Describe the economic fate of newly freed people during and immediately following Reconstruction.
25.By 1877, why were there were no Republican governments left in the South?
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Civil Rights Movement(s)1940s-1970sLegal Strategies.docxclarebernice
Civil Rights Movement(s)
1940s-1970s
Legal Strategies
De jure and de facto
NAACP—
Transportation: Morgan vs. Virginia, 1946
Education: Oliver Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas, 1954
First day of desegregation, Virginia, 1954
Little Rock
Grassroots Strategies
Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott, 1955
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Southern Christian Leadership Conference, 1957
CORE/Freedom Rides, 1961
Birmingham, 1963
March on Washington, 1963
Results
Civil Rights Act, 1964
24th Amendment, 1964
Voting Rights Act, 1965
End of legalized segregation, right to vote reinstated
Racial liberalism
Film: Freedom Riders
According to the film, what role did young people play in the fight to end segregation?
Do you think the civil rights struggle would have been effective without them?
Rosa Parks, 1955
Freedom Rides, 1961
Freedom Riders Attacked, Alabama, 1961
Birmingham, 1963
March on Washington, 1963
March on Washington, 1963
Films
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UV1fs8lAbg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMFm2dSEwfo
Civil Rights Movements, con’t.
1960s-1970s
Civil Rights Movements
The New Left/Students for a Democratic Society
Civil Rights
Anti-War Movement (Vietnam)
Women’s Movement
Betty Friedan, Feminine Mystique, 1963
National Organization for Women
Civil Rights Movements
LGBTQ Rights
Harry Hay, Mattichine Society
Latino Activism
Social and economic conditions
Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, United Farm Workers
Cesar Chavez
1960s Politics
Johnson
Great Society
Medicaid and Medicare
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
National Endowment for the Humanities
National Endowment for the Arts
Post-War America, 1945-1972
Introduction
"America bestrides the world like a colossus," wrote the British politician and
historian Harold Laski in 1947. At the time, Europe and Asia were still digging
themselves out from the rubble of World War II. By contrast, the United States
mainland had been spared the war's carnage, and its factories had roused
themselves from their Great Depression slumber to churn out the weapons of war
that propelled the Allies to victory. America thus entered the post-World War II
era, according to Laski, possessing "half the world's wealth" and "more than half
the world's productive capacity."
This global economic preeminence would help usher in a period of economic
expansion--or "golden age of capitalism"--that would persist for much of the
quarter century following World War II. The long economic boom, in turn, helped
underwrite contemporaneous struggles for economic, racial, and gender equality
in American life. Never had any of America's previous rising tides lifted so many ...
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The document provides historical context on the American Revolution, including the establishment of the 13 British colonies in North America in the 1600s-1700s and tensions that arose from British taxation policies like the Stamp Act, Sugar Act, and Townshend Acts. It discusses key causes of the revolution and leaders on both sides, including Samuel Adams, George Washington, and King George III. It also summarizes important early battles and events like Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, the First and Second Continental Congresses, and the eventual Declaration of Independence in 1776.
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The document contains 20 potential essay questions related to civil rights in the United States from 1865 to 1992. The questions cover topics like African American civil rights, Native American rights, labor rights, women's rights, and the extent of progress or government hindrance during this period.
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This document is a capstone project submitted by Jason Boatwright Woodle for his Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree from the University of Virginia. It examines how visual media helped develop American nationalism during the colonial period and Revolutionary War. The introduction provides background on the growth of nationalism and outlines how printers used newspapers, pamphlets, and illustrations to spread propaganda and promote rebellion against British rule. It explores how political, religious, and economic factors shaped colonial identity and discusses how the printing press was used to disseminate nationalist messages to a largely illiterate population.
Chicano Studies 168
Lecture 2
Dr. Raúl Moreno Campos
UCSB
Agenda
Mexican Communities in the U.S. Southwest at the Turn of the 20th Century
Immigration to the U.S.: Then and Now
The History of Illegality, the Racialization of Mexican Labor, and the “Revolving Door” of U.S. Immigration Law and Mexicanos
I.
By the dawn of the 20th century, the once sovereign, and often wealthy, Mexican families and communities of the former Northern Mexican territories had been largely dispossessed, brought under U.S. rule, and placed within the lowest rungs of its racial regimes.
One central dimension of this change, therefore, was the marginal status that Mexicanos had come to occupy in the U.S., and the manner in which, despite being native to these lands, they ultimately became thought of as “foreigners” and “illegal aliens”, to be looked upon with suspicion and subject to various forms of state-sponsored violence.
By the middle of the 20th century, Mexican social segregation and political marginality, and the use of Mexicanos as disposable labor, was firmly entrenched and widespread- indeed, these conditions became some of the central issues of the Chicano Movement in the 1960s.
I.
How did Mexican communities come to be thought of as “foreign”, and what was the historical process by which Mexicanos came to be thought of as “iconic illegal aliens”?
In particular, how did Mexicans become the primary target of U.S. border patrol after its formation in 1924?
In turn, how did this racialized and regionalized method of border enforcement shape race in the U.S.?
I.
Throughout the Southwest, the terms of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo were not kept- in particular guarantees of rights of citizenship and protection of property for Mexicans
Ex. California Land Act of 1851- flagrant violation of Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.
Led to exhausting and expensive legal battles (land rich, cash poor)
I.
As Lytle Hernandez (2010) points out, a variety of techniques were used to acquire land rights from Mexican landholders
Violence, genocide reservation system- used against indigenous populations by Spaniards (1st conquest)- pg. 22
Fraud, debt payment (legal battles), marriage- used for Mexicans (Ibid.)
The decline in wealth for wealthy Mexicans, led to a decline in political clout, and consequently a marked decline in social status.
Ex of Ventura county- by 1900, 80% of Mexicans were at the bottom of social strata (Cf. Almaguer)
I.
Dramatic shift to agro-industrialist model
1902- Newlands Reclamation Act in the West- funding of irrigation projects made large scale farming possible.
1920- West largest and most profitable agricultural producer in the nation
31 million acres of crops valued at $ 1.7 billion in California and Texas alone.
This rapid expansion depended on a cheap farm hands- where to get them?
I.
The case of CA
Late 1800s- growers relied on Chinese and (to some extent) Indian labor.
Growing nativism (Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882)- li ...
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750 word minimum/1000 word maximum. Use and cite 2 sources such as .edu/.gov/.org websites to help inform your response. Standard introduction, body, conclusion with a compelling thesis is expected. American Revolution Instructions: After more than a century and a half of English colonial settlement in North America, a coalition of British colonies along the east coast declared their independence from the British crown in the summer of 1776. In the seven years that followed, a bloody war raged, pitting British soldiers and loyal colonists against revolutionary colonists who identified themselves as American. The American Revolution took shape not immediately in the mid-1770s, but over the course of many years. The path to revolution was laid out clearly in 1763 with the end of the Seven Years War between Britain and France, in which many American colonists had fought for Britain. Over the next 13 years, a series of policy decisions by the British Parliament alienated and enraged various groups of colonists, who slowly crafted a distinct national identity. Consider the challenges anti-British colonists faced in cultivating a new national identity in the 1760s and 1770s. Since the early 1600s, English colonies in North America had been home to a wide variety of people, from different economic classes, ethnic and religious traditions, races, and regions. Think about ways that class, religious, and ethnic identity inhibited the formation of an anti-British coalition. Write an essay that explains the origins of the American Revolution by discussing the specific complaints that different groups of Americans had against the British government. Your essay should explain the series of events between the early 1760s and 1776 that culminated in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. How did so many different groups of Americans, who had long considered themselves to be loyal British subjects, reach a point where they desired to be a free and independent people? Your response must contain a minimum of 750 words.
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This document summarizes the history of Mexico and Mexican Americans from prehistory to the present. Key events include Spanish conquest in the 15th-16th centuries led by figures like Christopher Columbus and Hernan Cortes; Mexican independence from Spain in 1821; the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848 and subsequent Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo; the Mexican Revolution from 1910-1920; large waves of Mexican immigration to the U.S. in the early 20th century; and the Chicano civil rights movement of the 1960s-70s advocating for equality and cultural pride. It examines the experiences of Mexican immigrants and Mexican Americans over time through wars, economic difficulties, discrimination, and empowerment movements
This document contains a sample exam paper for the Scottish Higher History exam. It includes 37 multiple choice questions covering various topics in British and European/world history from the Middle Ages to the Cold War era. The questions are sourced from a variety of historical contexts and periods. Students are instructed to choose two questions, one from each section, to answer in essay format within the exam time allotted. The paper also provides sources and questions related to six different special topics that students can choose to focus on for a second essay question.
The document provides a timeline overview of the history of the United States from prehistoric times to the present. It outlines major periods in US history such as the Colonial period, American Revolution, Civil War Era, World Wars, and more recent decades. It also lists topics of US history including civil rights, culture, demographics, economics, foreign policy, and more.
This document provides a study guide for Unit 1 that covers Chapters 5-7 and includes 60 questions and essay prompts about early American history from the 18th century. It addresses topics like colonial religious changes, government structures, ethnic groups in different regions, key figures of the American Revolution, and the political and social impacts of the Revolutionary period. Students are instructed to use this guide to prepare for an upcoming test on this unit material.
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1) One Spanish official remarked, “the maxim of the conqueror must be to settle.” Explain what you think he meant by this statement. Illustrate the various ways conquerors settled the New World, commenting on what worked, what did not work, and the consequences of those methods.
(2) Once England decided to create an overseas empire, it did so with impressive speed. Explain the motives behind English expansion to the North American continent, including the Great Migration.
(3) Explain the impact on colonial life of the religious revival movement known as the Great Awakening. Be sure to discuss its social as well as religious effects. What do you imagine some of the Great Awakening’s “significant political consequences” alluded to by Eric Foner might have been?
(4) Revolution is a dynamic process with consequences no one can anticipate. Explain the initial goals of the colonists in 1765 at the time of the Stamp Act and the evolution of their ultimate decision to declare independence in 1776. What were the political and social consequences of the Revolution that had emerged by 1783?
(5) Identify the three major ways that the U.S. Constitution addressed the institution of slavery. Would you say the Constitution was a proslavery or an antislavery document? Explain your answer.
(6) What liberties and freedoms of Americans were being violated by European powers prior to the War of 1812? How did Jefferson and Madison view liberty in terms of British and French behavior on the seas? How did the War Hawks view liberty? Was war the only answer by 1812?
(7) The admittance of Missouri to the Union sparked a national crisis. Describe the debates that led up to the final compromise. How does the Missouri Compromise illustrate that sectional issues would surely arise again?
(8) Andrew Jackson, one historian has written, was the “symbol for an age.” How might Jackson be considered symbolic of certain ideas and trends in the early nineteenth century? Can you think of other appropriate symbolic figures for that period, and possibly for contemporary American politics as well?
(9) Many Americans and immigrants from other lands believed California presented a magnificent opportunity for economic freedom once gold was discovered. However, the boundaries of freedom were tightly drawn in California. Explain the expansions and limitations of freedom there. Please include elements from the Daughter of Fortune story to support your arguments.
(10) Explain how the various parties reacted to the Kansas-Nebraska Act. Be sure to discuss why the Whig Party failed, why the Democratic Party split, and why the Republican Party unified. How did each party view slavery and define freedom?
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The document summarizes political events in the United States from 1848 to 1861, as sectional tensions over the issue of slavery led the nation into crisis. It discusses the Compromise of 1850, the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854, the Dred Scott decision of 1857, John Brown's raid in 1859, and the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860. These events heightened divisions between the North and South and ultimately led 11 Southern states to secede from the Union and form the Confederate States of America in early 1861.
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Instructions:
750 word minimum/1000 word maximum. Include 2 sources such as .edu/.gov/.org websites to help inform your response. Standard introduction, body, conclusion with a compelling thesis is expected. American Revolution Instructions: After more than a century and a half of English colonial settlement in North America, a coalition of British colonies along the east coast declared their independence from the British crown in the summer of 1776. In the seven years that followed, a bloody war raged, pitting British soldiers and loyal colonists against revolutionary colonists who identified themselves as American. The American Revolution took shape not immediately in the mid-1770s, but over the course of many years. The path to revolution was laid out clearly in 1763 with the end of the Seven Years War between Britain and France, in which many American colonists had fought for Britain. Over the next 13 years, a series of policy decisions by the British Parliament alienated and enraged various groups of colonists, who slowly crafted a distinct national identity. Consider the challenges anti-British colonists faced in cultivating a new national identity in the 1760s and 1770s. Since the early 1600s, English colonies in North America had been home to a wide variety of people, from different economic classes, ethnic and religious traditions, races, and regions. Think about ways that class, religious, and ethnic identity inhibited the formation of an anti-British coalition. Write an essay that explains the origins of the American Revolution by discussing the specific complaints that different groups of Americans had against the British government. Your essay should explain the series of events between the early 1760s and 1776 that culminated in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. How did so many different groups of Americans, who had long considered themselves to be loyal British subjects, reach a point where they desired to be a free and independent people? Your response must contain a minimum of 750 words and citations from the textbook (Keene, section).
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The document provides an overview of revolutionary changes in the Atlantic world between 1750-1850. It discusses the colonial wars and fiscal crises that drove European powers to seek new sources of revenue. The Enlightenment challenged old political ideas and thinkers like Locke and Rousseau proposed new concepts of government and individual rights. The American and French Revolutions broke out in response to taxation attempts and economic struggles. Both revolutions overthrew old regimes but established new republican systems of government.
The document provides an overview of topics to be covered in a US history final exam review, including: the impacts of industrialization; political issues during the industrial revolution; effects on settlement patterns; the relationship between government and business; and technological advancements. It then discusses several key aspects of American society and economy in the late 19th century such as child labor, monopolies, unions, immigration, and urbanization. [END SUMMARY]
These two cities were founded in very different contexts but developed similarities in their urban planning and how their populations were established. Karaganda in Kazakhstan was founded as a prison town under authoritarian rule while lacking freedom for its people. Billings, Montana was founded by entrepreneurs and pioneers seeking opportunity and freedom. However, both cities came to utilize grid designs and recruit migrant laborers to support agriculture. Their differing founding principles are contrasted by their subsequent parallel development.
This document outlines a class schedule for a US History course covering several topics from the 1920s to modern day, including the Great Depression, New Deal, World War II, Cold War, Nixon/Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush, Clinton, Bush Jr., and Obama administrations. Key assignments include essays, simulations, debates, and a final AP exam review.
Milligan v. national security regarding habeas corpus and fair trials. Schenck v. national security regarding freedom of the press. Japanese removal v. national security regarding deprivation of life, liberty and property.
The document discusses two government actions taken after 9/11 to fight terrorism: detaining individuals without charges and establishing military commissions to try non-citizens accused of terrorism. Supporters argue these are necessary to prevent future attacks and protect national security. Critics argue the detentions violate civil liberties and due process, while the commissions could permit indefinite detention and secret trials lacking civilian appeals. There is ongoing debate around balancing security concerns with protecting constitutional rights.
1) In 1866, the Supreme Court ruled in Ex parte Milligan that the military trial of Lambdin P. Milligan was unconstitutional since civilian courts were still operating. The ruling established limits on martial law.
2) In 1919, the Supreme Court upheld the Espionage Act conviction of Charles Schenck for distributing leaflets urging draft resistance, establishing the "clear and present danger" test for limiting free speech during wartime.
3) In 1944, the Supreme Court upheld the internment of Japanese Americans in Korematsu v. United States, deferring to claims of military necessity, though the decision was later criticized for failing to adequately protect civil liberties during wartime hysteria.
The document summarizes key clauses from the US Constitution and amendments that guarantee civil liberties and rights. It includes clauses protecting habeas corpus, freedom of religion, freedom of speech, right to privacy, due process, right to a fair trial, and equal protection under the law.
Your self-esteem and confidence can be thought of as a personal bank account, with deposits representing positive behaviors like keeping promises to yourself, acts of kindness, and using your talents, while withdrawals are negative behaviors such as breaking promises, isolation, self-criticism, and neglecting your abilities. Maintaining a healthy bank account through deposits leads to benefits like resilience, positivity, and goal-driven behavior, whereas a poor account marked by withdrawals can result in depression, peer-pleasing, and insecurity.
Habit one discusses being proactive versus reactive. It notes that proactive people take responsibility for their choices, think before acting, and focus on things they can control, while reactive people are easily offended, blame others, and wait for things to happen to them. The document advises becoming an agent of change by turning setbacks into triumphs, rising above abuse, and becoming a "can do" person focused on responding productively when things happen.
This document provides questions about multiple primary sources related to US neutrality and involvement in World War I. It includes questions about speeches and letters by President Woodrow Wilson and Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan addressing US neutrality and shifting policies. It also includes questions about propaganda documents aimed at influencing US public opinion, such as a political cartoon portraying America's decision to enter the war. The document requests an outline answering the source questions in a chronological essay analyzing the US transition from neutrality to active involvement on the side of the Allies against Germany.
1. DBQs: The Past 33 Years in Chronological
Order
Although New England and the Chesapeake region were both
1700: Colonial Life:
settled largely by people of English origin, by 1700 the regions
New England and 1993
had evolved into two distinct societies. Why did this difference
Chesapeake regions
in development occur?
Was American society, as evidence by Wethersfield,
1750: American
Connecticut, becoming more "democratic" in the period
Society in the 1976
from 1750's to the 1780's? Discuss with reference to property
mid-18th century
distribution, social structure, politics, and religion.
1760s-1770s: Pre-
To what extent had the colonists developed a sense of their
Revolutionary 1999
identity and unity as Americans by the eve of the Revolution?
Identity
In what ways did the French and Indian War (1754-1763) alter
the political, economic, and ideological relations between
1740-1766: French
2004 Britain and its colonies? Use the documents and your
& Indian War
knowledge of the period 1740-1766 in constructing your
response.
Discuss the changing ideals of American motherhood between
the American Revolution (1770's) and the outbreak of the Civil
1770's-1861: War. What factors fostered the emergence of "republican
American 2006 motherhood" and the "cult of domesticity"? Assess the extent
motherhood to which these ideals influenced the lives of women during this
period. In your answer be sure to consider issues of race and
class.
To what extent did the American Revolution fundamentally
1775-1800:
change American society? In your answer, be sure to address
American 2005
political, social, and economic effects of the Revolution in the
Revolution
period from 1775 to 1800.
"From 1781 to 1789 the Articles of Confederation provided the
1780s: Articles of United States with an effective government." Using the
1985
Confederation documents and your knowledge of the period, evaluate this
statement.
The debate over the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 revealed
1798: Alien &
1977 bitter controversies on a number of issues. Discuss the issues
Sedition Acts
involved and explain why these controversies developed.
With respect to the federal Constitution, the Jeffersonian
Republicans are usually characterized as strict constructionists
1800s: Jeffersonians
who were opposed to the broad constructionism of the
and Strict 1998
Federalists. To what extent was this characterization of the two
Constructionism
parties accurate during the presidencies of Jefferson and
Madison?
2. "The Decision of the Jackson Administration to remove the
Cherokee Indians to lands west of the Mississippi River in the
1830's was more a reformulation of the national policy that had
1830s: Indian been in effect since the 1790's than a change in that policy."
1980
Removal Assess the validity of this generalization with reference to the
moral, political, constitutional, and practical concerns that
shaped national Indian policy between 1789 and the
mid-1830's.
Jacksonian Democrats view themselves as the guardians of the
United States Constitution, political democracy, individual
1830s: Jacksonian liberty, and equality of economic opportunity. In light of the
1990
Democracy following documents and your knowledge of the 1820's and
1830's, to what extent do you agree with Jacksonian's view of
themselves?
“Reform movements in the United States sought to expand
1825-1850: Reform
2002 democratic ideals.” Assess the validity of this statement with
Movements
specific reference to the years 1825-1850.
"By the 1850's the Constitution, originally framed as an
1850s: The
instrument of national unity, had become a source of sectional
Constitution and the
discord and tension and ultimately contributed to the failure of
Growing Split 1987
the union it had created." Using the documents and your
Between North and
knowledge of the period 1850-1861, assess the validity of this
South
statement.
John Brown's raid on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry,
Virginia, in October 1859, involved only a handful
of abolitionists, freed no slaves, and was over in two days.
1859: John Brown's Although many Northerners condemned the raid, by 1863 John
1982
Raid Brown had become hero and martyr in the North. To what
extent and in what ways do the views about John Brown
expressed in the documents illustrate changing North-South
relations between 1859 and 1863?
To what extent was President-elect Abraham Lincoln
1861: Crittenden
1974 responsible for the defeat of the Crittenden proposal on the
Compromise
territorial expansion of slavery?
1870s:
In what ways and to what extent did constitutional and social
Constitutional and 1996
development between 1860 and 1877 amount to a revolution?
Social Development
To what extent did the natural environment shape the
1870s: Trans- development of the West beyond the Mississippi and the
1992
Mississippi West lives of those who lived and settled there? How important were
other factors?
1876: Women's How and why did the lives and status of Northern middle-class
1981
Lives women change between 1776 and 1876?
3. To what extent and for what reasons did the policies of the
federal government from 1865 to 1900 violate the principles of
1865-1900: Laissez- laissez-faire, which advocated minimal government
1979
faire Policies intervention in the economy? Consider with specific reference
to the following three areas of policy: railroad land grants,
control of interstate commerce, and antitrust activities.
Documents A-H reveal some of the problems that many
farmers in the late nineteenth century (1880-1900) saw
1880-1900: Farmers' as threats to their way of life. Using the documents and your
1983
Issues knowledge of the period, (a) explain the reasons for agrarian
discontent and (b) evaluate the validity of the farmers'
complaints.
Analyze the factors that influenced the Senate in ratifying the
1899: Spanish- Treaty of Paris in 1899 and assess their relative significance.
1975
American War Your analysis and assessment should take into account the
complexities and/or contradictions presented by the evidence.
To what extent was late nineteenth-century and early twentieth
1890s-1914: century United States expansionism a continuation of past
Expansionism and 1994 United States expansionism and to what extent was it a
Imperialism departure? use the documents and your knowledge of United
States history to 1914 to construct your answer.
How successful was organized labor in improving the position
1875-1900: Labor 2000 of workers in the period 1875-1900? Analyze the factors that
contributed to the level of success achieved.
Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. DuBois offered different
strategies for dealing with the problems of poverty and
1877-1915: discrimination faced by Black Americans at the end of the
Washington and 1989 nineteenth and beginning of the twentieth centuries. Using the
DuBois documents and your knowledge of the period 1877-1915,
assess the appropriateness of each of these strategies in the
historical context in which each was developed.
To what extent did economic and political developments as
1890-1925:
1997 well as assumptions about the nature of women affect the
Women's Rights
position of American women during the period 1890-1925?
It was the strength of the opposition forces, both liberal and
conservative, rather that the ineptitude and stubbornness of
1917-1921: Wilson
1991 President Wilson that led to the Senate defeat of the Treaty of
& Versailles
Versailles. using the documents and your knowledge of the
period 1917-1921, assess the validity of this statement.
1919: Prohibition 1978 In the twentieth century prohibition spread by states' passing
local option laws, which permitted a unit of local government,
such as a county, to prohibit the sale or consumption of
alcoholic beverages. After an intensive campaign by the Anti-
Saloon League and other prohibitionist organizations and
reform groups, national prohibition was achieved by the
4. ratification of the Eighteenth Amendment to the federal
Constitution in 1919.
The 1920's were a period of tension between new and
1920s: Traditional changing attitudes on the one hand and traditional values
1986
vs. Modern Values and nostalgia on the other. What led to the tension between old
and new AND in what ways was the tension manifested?
Relying on a critical evaluation of the accompanying
1920s: Nativism 1973 documents, analyze the factors that probably
influenced Congress to pass the Immigration Act of 1924.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt is commonly thought of as a
1930s: Hoover and
1984 liberal and President Herbert C. Hoover as a conservative. To
FDR
what extent are these characteristics valid?
Analyze the responses of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s
administration to the problems of the Great Depression. How
1930-1945: FDR 2003
effective were these responses? How did they change the role
of the federal government?
The United States decision to drop an atomic bomb on
Hiroshima was a diplomatic measure calculated to
intimidate the Soviet Union in the post-Second-World-War era
1945: Hiroshima and
1988 rather than a strictly military measure designed to force Japan's
the Soviet Union
unconditional surrender. Evaluate this statement using the
documents and your knowledge of the military and diplomatic
history of the years 1939 through 1947.
What were the Cold War fears of the American people in the
aftermath of World War II? How successfully did the
1950's: Cold War 2001
administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower address
these fears?
Analyze the changes that occurred during the 1960's in the
1960's: Civil Rights 1995 goals, strategies, and support of the movement for African
American civil rights.