Sample Essay Questions

There are many factors and events that have impacted and changed America from 1946-2012. Pick one of the following events from the list and discuss in detail the event, the people involved, and its background and impact of America.   Al Gore and Global WarmingThe George W. Bush DoctrineBlacklistingCuban Missile CrisisGulf of Tonkin ResolutionWatergateNAFTABrown v. […]

Trace the evolution of your, or another chosen, profession, field of study, or branch of service, during the eras of American History covered in this course. For some, this may mean looking at the technology or opportunity that would evolve from as far back as the 1860s into what is used today. Be sure to […]

The views and opinions within culture began evolving during the 60s and 70s. Taking this into consideration, choose an individual subject, title, or artist from the list of eligible media genres below. Next, assess the role that your topic played as a response to the cultural evolution surrounding the Cold War, Vietnam, and reform in […]

The opinions of Bartolome de Las Casas were influential in alerting Europeans to the treatment of Native Americans. Write a 400-word speech from the viewpoint of Las Casas explaining his opinions and how they affected attitudes in Europe. Use at least two sources beyond the course content. please cite sources

Assignment 3 Directions: Be sure to save an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling, and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) double‐spaced pages; refer to […]

After a bitter debate over how best to use American troops in World War I, it was determined that they would serve under General John J. Pershing but accept the final strategic authority from the Allied Supreme Commander, Marshall Ferdinand Foch of France. Initially, American troops were used piecemeal to plug up holes and to […]

Need analytical essay of 4-5 pages using the attached primary documents.  No additional research.   Need essay to tell story of western civilization from 16th century until 19th century and use attached documents to prove your perspective.  In the interpretation of this you need to discover a common theme that connects the different historical periods […]

The 1920s introduced many modern conveniences, such as washing machines, and many modern ideas, like buying on credit. Part 1: Imagine you are a newspaper reporter, magazine writer, or radio news person assigned to write a topical news story. The role you choose will determine the form of your assignment. Choose one of the following […]

Prepare: Read Chapter 5 of the textbook, Chapter Nine of The Jungle, and watch The Progressive Era. Reflect: As you learn about the Progressive Era, consider the areas of American society and economy in need of reform during the first two decades of the 20th century. Think about the issues on which the Progressive Movement focused, and consider where Progressives were […]

Prepare: Read Chapters 1 and 2 in your textbook and watch The American Industrial Revolution. Reflect: Consider how the rise of big business and industrial capitalism affected different groups of Americans and how those groups responded to these developments. Reflect on the socioeconomic changes that occurred in the United States in the last half of the 1800s. Write: Based […]