History
Milan, Florence and Venice
How did the states of Milan, Florence and Venice differ politically? How were they the same
Articles of Confederation
Could the Articles of Confederation have been salvaged in lieu of a Constitution, or were they destined to fail? ANSWER QUESTION TWICE. 200 WORD MIN EACH ANSWER. APA
Project Paper – Comparative Essay
Due Week 8 and worth 200 points This “Assignment 2†writing assignment is a comparative essay focused on topics encountered in our HUM 111 class. The project will be based on research but will reflect your views and interpretation of the topic. This project is designed to help you stretch your mind and your abilities as […]
Response to Current Issues – Political Thought
Beginning any philosophy course with the classical Greeks can be a challenge for modern students because many of the references in their writings are not applicable today. What about the more modern philosophers though? Like those of the past, the modern philosophers have significant influence over modern political systems. Sartre, a winner of the […]
The Presidential Role in History
Write a paper about a president/presidency during the postwar period. This paper should focus on external as well as internal consequences. This paper must include a discussion of the following topics: A thorough summary of the presidency, including the incidents that took place and the key individuals The importance of the presidency in the […]
Tearing Down the Wall
Why did the Soviet Union collapse? How did this occur? What were the ramifications for Europe? The world? 3 pages in length 2Â sources APA FORMAT Reference Page
The Cold War and U.S. Diplomacy
Assignment 1: The Cold War and U.S. Diplomacy Select a president from the table, “Presidents and Their ‘Doctrines,’†in Roskin, Chapter 4. Then write a 3-5 page paper on the doctrine that president used according to Roskin. Your research must include at least four (4) credible sources, apart from your textbook. Your paper must […]
Division of Europe into two hostile blocs prior to WWI
What factors contributed to the division of Europe into two hostile blocs prior to WWI? What role did the Western powers play in the Middle East after WWI? How did the Western presence shape Middle Eastern nationalist movements? How would you explain the pattern of post-Cold War development in Eastern Europe? Why were some states […]
America’s Age of Imperialism
Prepare: Read Chapters 4 and 6 of the textbook and watch To Conquer or Redeem. Reflect: As you learn about American Imperialism, think about the factors that contributed to it. Consider the importance of the expansion of the Navy, the technological advancements, and the need for markets brought on by the Industrial Revolution. Think also about the idea […]
Regional Characteristics Reflected in Art
Now, select two works, each from different regions within the same time period and movement (other than the Baroque movement). Below are some examples of regions to explore within a particular movement (choose two regions): Italy France Northern Europe Spain United States Between the two works of art, what similarities and differences do you see […]