Immigration (Blog #15)

Spurred by industrialization, American cities grew dramatically during the second half of the century. With this growth came other changes, and a distinct urban culture developed.

Your Assignment:

1). How did immigration change in the late 1800's?
2). How did some native-born Americans respond to the new immigrants?
3). Relate the immigration issues of the late 1800's to present day in the U.S.

Due: By Sunday 12/6/09 no later than 11:59p.m.

Happy Thanksgiving (Blog #14)

In the spirit of giving thanks, I thought we could have a blog assignment all about being thankful! In this post I would like for you to add a couple of comments on things you are thankful for. Then comment on at least 2 of your classmates posts.

I hope all of your thanksgiving breaks go well!

Check out this link for fun and exciting historical facts about thanksgiving:

http://www.history.com/minisites/thanksgiving/

Due: Sunday 11/29/09 by no later than 11:59p.m.

Industry's Golden Age (Blog #13)

From 1865 to 1910 the U.S. experienced a surge of industrial growth. With this many advances and progress, as well as problems, followed.
(*Read 6.1 for supplemental information*)

Your assignment:

Compare and contrast vertical and horizontal integration and then relate laissez-faire capitalism to our current economic situation.

Due: Sunday 11/22/09 by no later than 11:59p.m.

Veteran's Day (Blog #12)

Whether it's peacetime or wartime, it's always important to understand that Veterans Day means more than just a program at the school. Patriotism is a value that must be taught and modeled for students and adults alike. By taking some time to give this sentiment even deeper meaning in the classroom, a deeper foundation will be built to be a proud and contributing citizens of our country.


Your Assignment:
*Answer any of the three questions. If you want to answer them all, go right ahead*

What do you think Veteran's Day is for?
Why is it important?
What does the word 'veteran' mean?
Do you have any relatives or acquaintances that are veterans?
Have they heard any first-person stories about wartime?


******Do not forget that these individuals who are fighting right now are heroes who will be honored during future Veterans Day celebrations after finishing their service.******


Due: Sunday 11/15/09 by no later than 11:59pm

The Blue and the Gray (Blog #11)

After Watching part of the Blue and the Gray state your opinion of the movie. Is it an accurate portrayal of the Civil War? What could be changed to make it more realistic/accurate? What are some key moments/issues that are dealt with that make it a good depiction of the Civil War?

*Once you have completed your opinion, you are to reply to 2 of your classmates and comment on their thoughts of the movie.


Due: Sunday 11/8/09 by no later than 11:59pm

Lasting Legacy of the Civil War (Blog #10)

As we wrap up discussing the Civil War, one needs only to look at our current age to fully understand how our society has come full circle. The fact is there are still flaws stemming from the Civil War.


Your Assignment:

Discuss ramification the Civil War had on later events in American History citing specific examples and the correlation between the two.

*You may have to do a little research on events that happened after the Civil War. (Ex. Civil rights movement)


Due: Sunday 11/1/09 by no later than 11:59p.m.

The New South (Blog #9)

After the Civil War was over, many African Americans had a number of different issues they had to over come.


Your Assignment:

Name three ways African Americans responded to segregation and to the loss of civil and political rights.


Due: Sunday 10/25/09 by no later than 11:59 p.m.