Write a page-long essay on an American history story using double spacing and a 12-point font for this assignment. It can be from any period since 1700 and it can be true, mythical, or just a fantastic tale. In addition, it may originate from Cuba, Mexico, Canada, or any of the US territories (Puerto Rico, American Samoa, the US Virgin Islands, etc.). The goal is to enjoy yourself and discover something you are passionate about.

Graded Assignment

Unit Test, Part 2: Democracy Tested

Complete this teacher-scored portion of the Unit Test, and submit it to your teacher by the due date for full credit.

(10 points)

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1. Franklin Roosevelt promised the American people a new deal. Most believed that he also meant a good deal. Did America get a good deal with the New Deal? Write an essay explaining ways in which the New Deal was a success and the ways in which it was not.

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(10 points)

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2. Franklin Roosevelt's presidency was the longest in U.S. history. He is famous for the fireside chats that informed and encouraged the American people through the Great Depression and World War II.

Suppose you were asked to give your own fireside chat about

Roosevelt's presidency. What would you say?

Answer:

Most of art history, especially art history that focuses on work before the 20th century, is populated with discussions about male artists. This seems especially true during the Renaissance. For this assignment, conduct brief internet research on the role of women during this time period. Then, write an essay answering the following question: What pervasive societal value systems were in place during the Renaissance that kept women out of the arts? What conditions needed to change in order for women to achieve a successful career in the arts during the Renaissance? Think about social, cultural, political, and religious institutions and how these various groups in power could have advocated for women to be considered equal.

Perspectives: 

• An enslaved person

• a freedman in Boston

• a Northern abolitionist

• a slave owner in Georgia

Requirements:

• 5-6 Sentences 

• Reference to 2 of the 5 main points

Five Main Points of the Compromise of 1850

• Permitted slavery in Washington, D.C., but outlawed the slave trade

• Added California to the Union as a “free state”

• Established Utah and New Mexico as territories that could decide via popular sovereignty if they would permit slavery

• Defined new boundaries for the state of Texas following the Mexican-American War, removing its claims to parts of New Mexico but awarding the state $10 million in compensation

• The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 required citizens to assist in apprehending runaway slaves and denied enslaved people a right to trial by jury.

Has to be done on a google doc and needs to done before Friday the 16th.