Compare and contrast the image of achilles
Compare and contrast the image of Achilles (from the Iliad) to our modern idea of a war hero. How do modern soldiers differ from Achilles? (watch the movie, Troy) How do we honor soldiers vs. how did the Greeks honor them?
Impact on people of african ancestry
Define white supremacy and describe its impact on people of African ancestry, historically or presently. Explain how white supremacy informed the racial etiquette between white Americans and people of African ancestry? How is racism different from white supremacy?
Write an essay that discusses role of darwinism in america
Write a 500-750-word essay that discusses the role of Darwinism in America. Include in your essay an explanation of how Darwinism was used to classify some people as inferior and justify actions against them; how Social Darwinism and Eugenics shaped the immigrant experience in America; and why Fundamentalist Christians opposed Darwinism.
Use a minimum of three of the sources provided to support your assignment and be sure to cite the sources.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
Explain the concept of hierarchy as it applied to power
Explain the concept of hierarchy as it applied to power and leadership in the ancient world. Are there any distinct differences between the operation of this concept as it applies in ancient Egypt and in ancient China or India? Explain and provide details of the hierarchies and power systems found in these three ancient civilizations.
History and culture of mesopotamia
How did geography affect the history and culture of Mesopotamia and Egypt from approx. 3000 to 1000 BC? How did outsiders influence Mesopotamian and Egyptian civilization?
Compare federalist and democratic republican attitudes
Compare and contrast the Federalist and Democratic-Republican attitudes toward the national government. Include a clear discussion of the differences their leaders held.
Explore different styles of government and the impact
Answer the question below: To date, we have explored different styles of government and the impact that different systems have had on the development of their respective civilizations. Outline, using the specific and detailed examples, the characteristics that you believe represent quality of government institution. As you do so, provide specific examples based on the civilizations we have studied to date. Remember, your examples should reflect our topics to date.
Write an essay on the lived experience of ordinary people
The Lived Experience of Ordinary People
Background: Especially since the 1960s, historians have sought to understand history not just as a series of major events presided over by generals and statesmen, but also as the lived experience of ordinary people. For this last discussion, begin by reflecting on your own past with an eye toward how American society has changed over the course of your life.
Instructions: In your response, focus less on major political or international events than on the ways day-to-day life in America is different today than it was when you were younger. You might consider such factors as the cost of goods and services, the forms of entertainment, means of communication, and so forth. Next, identify what you believe to be the most pressing problem facing America today, providing evidence from recent news sources to show that the problem is real and pressing. There are numerous issues you might consider, such as international security, personal and public debt, heightening racial tensions, economic downturns, and so forth. Be sure to provide concrete information to back your choice. Finally, describe how Americans at different times during the past 150 years have addressed problems similar to the one you identified, and assess whether those past solutions would be applicable today. Draw from material in your textbook or from scholarly outside sources, or both, when addressing this prompt.
Process of the political and cultural centralization
Describe the process of the political and cultural “centralization” of China during the Qin and early Han Dynasties. What were the consequences for the elite classes and for the common people?
Describe four interlocking factors that led to world war
1. List and (in 1-2 sentences) describe the 5 factors that led to the outbreak of world war 2.
a. Treaty of Versailles
b. Failure of the League of Nations to deal with international problems
c. Appeasement encouraged violent behavior.
d. Hilter was expansionist
e. Japanese Imperialism
2. List and describe the 4 interlocking factors that led to the outbreak of world war
a. Territorial rivalries
b. Economic competition
c. German unification
d. Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.