Category: American history

Once the original discussion post is posted , I must respond to two classmates.

Assignment A2: Race, Sexuality, and Gender Amongst the Progressives This assignment supports the following lesson objective: Analyze the interaction between gender, sexuality, and race in America during the Progressive era. Assignment Overview Watch Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson and use an appropriate secondary source to write a short paper about the connections between gender, race, and sexuality in American history. Deliverables Written response (400-500 words) to exercise questions Assignment Details Perform the following tasks: link to watch — https://hs1.farmingdale.edu:2208/watch/unforgivable-blackness-the-rise-and-fall-of-jack-johnson Step 1: Watch Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson (a link is available in this module). I would encourage you to watch the entire film. At a minimum, watch the Intro (minutes 1-12), part 2 (“The Emperor of Masculinity, minutes 12-23), “Independence Day” (starting at 1 hour 27 minutes) and “A Word to the Black Man” (starting at 1 hour 39 minutes). Step 2: Use one secondary source to research a related topic on the linkages between gender, race, and sexuality during this period in American history. This research can focus explicitly on the life of Jack Johnson or explore a related topic from the film that you find interesting. The secondary source should come from the library’s databases. For more information on identifying articles from the library, refer to Research Guidelines in the Course Information. Questions to address might include (but are not limited to) the following (you do not need to answer all of these questions take one as a starting point for your essay): From watching the film, what do you find most striking about the connections between gender, sexuality and race in this period of American history? Why? What has your research added to your understanding of the linkages between gender, sexuality, and race in American history? Step 3: Save and submit your essay. Once you have completed the assignment, save a copy for yourself in an easily accessible place. Submit it by clicking on text submission (do not upload into the comments section). Turnitin Students enrolled in this course acknowledge and agree to the requirement of submitting course assignments to Turnitin via course Assignment links in Brightspace. Turnitin is a plagiarism detection tool which generates a report on the originality of your writing by comparing it to online content and previously submitted student papers. This report can help you to know that you are using and citing sources properly.

Only Assignment One is due on February 15, 2026

Due dates: Various (see below)

Submit/upload all parts of the assignment to Canvas Assignments.

Required Reading:

This research and reflective project on the U.S. Constitution will be submitted as two separate assignments. There is also one presentation. Approach this project as a personal search to connect with and understand laws that significantly impact your life in the United States.

Writing & Editing Tips

Introduce material from the Constitution by the document’s title, the number of the Amendment, and the Section number if applicable.

Example. Amendment 1 of the U.S. Constitution states…

Introduce material from newspapers as follows:

Example. In his New York Times column, (title of article/essay), commentator David Brooks argues…

All sources must be cited in the 9th edition format on the last page of your paper. Use the title”Works Cited.” If you used the internet for all three sources, use citation examples listed under Electronic Sources, which cover both web sources and eBooks. If you used hard copies, look under Books.

Publication information for the Constitution is located at the end of the document. Use the copy that is linked above.

IMPORTANT

When referring to the Constitution or Amendments (e.g., the First Amendment), remember that these words are capitalized because they are proper nouns.

Academic Integrity: Students are expected to uphold SJSU’s . Assignments that seem similar will be evaluated in relation to the policy. The use of AI for written work is a violation of academic integrity.

Assignment 1 (45 points)

Amendments 1-12, 16-27 and Self-Evaluation

Due: Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm

Part One: Amendments 1-12 AND 16-27

Note: While reading Amendments 1-27, look up terms with which you are unfamiliar, for example, letters of marque and reprisal, bill of attainder, writ of habeas corpus, emolument, etc. These are for your information; do not include this info in your paper.

PAPER PROMPT:

Choose TWO amendments that directly impact you now (whether positively or negatively) and explain their relevance to you personally.

One must be from Amendments 1-12, and the other must be from Amendments 16-27 – DO NOT USE Amendments 13, 14, or 15 for this part of the project.

For one Amendment that you choose, expand your response by drawing from a current editorial article from a major American newspaper, such as The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, etc., and cite it at the end of your paper in 9th edition (400-450 words)

For the other Amendment you choose, find a multimedia creative/artistic work relating to one of your Amendments, include it in your paper, and discuss its significance. Include the title and creator. This will require you to research aspects of popular culture that connect to your chosen amendment. (350-400 words and an uploaded image of the creative work)

Examples of creative/artistic modes include music, poetry, songs, artworks, photographs, visual art, performative videos (serious or comedic), mini-podcasts, and more.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font, MLA source citations

Length: 3-3.5 pages (750-850 words)

Part Two: Self-Evaluation

Evaluate your performance on this assignment using the criteria below. Your evaluation can be in paragraph form, or you may answer each part of the criteria with a short sentence. Note the page requirement for this part of the assignment.

Criteria for Quality Assurance

• Paper has an evident organizational structure
• Content is clearly and concisely expressed
• Ideas are logical, original, and show depth of analysis
• Specific content/evidence is integrated from all required sources
• Responses are complete, engaging, and related to current issues/events where pertinent
• All formatting requirements are met
• MLA citations are correctly incorporated in the text and on the Works Cited page
• Grammar and spelling errors are corrected
• All assignment requirements are addressed
• Give the assignment a letter grade (A+ through F), and briefly explain in specific terms why you chose that grade.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font.

Length: 100 -200 words

U.S Con Amendments 1-12 and 16-27RubricU.S Con Amendments 1-12 and 16-27Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAmendments 1-12

Follows all parts of the prompt. Makes a specific connection to an Amendment and has an appropriate source.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAmendments 16-27

Follows all parts of the prompt. Makes a specific connection to an Amendment and has an appropriate source.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting and Editing

Follows requirements regarding capitalization and citation on the prompt. The essay is clearly written and polished.

7 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSelf-Evaluation

All parts of the criteria are addressed.

3 pts

Total Points: 70

Only Assignment One is due on February 15, 2026

Due dates: Various (see below)

Submit/upload all parts of the assignment to Canvas Assignments.

Required Reading:

This research and reflective project on the U.S. Constitution will be submitted as two separate assignments. There is also one presentation. Approach this project as a personal search to connect with and understand laws that significantly impact your life in the United States.

Writing & Editing Tips

Introduce material from the Constitution by the document’s title, the number of the Amendment, and the Section number if applicable.

Example. Amendment 1 of the U.S. Constitution states…

Introduce material from newspapers as follows:

Example. In his New York Times column, (title of article/essay), commentator David Brooks argues…

All sources must be cited in the 9th edition format on the last page of your paper. Use the title”Works Cited.” If you used the internet for all three sources, use citation examples listed under Electronic Sources, which cover both web sources and eBooks. If you used hard copies, look under Books.

Publication information for the Constitution is located at the end of the document. Use the copy that is linked above.

IMPORTANT

When referring to the Constitution or Amendments (e.g., the First Amendment), remember that these words are capitalized because they are proper nouns.

Academic Integrity: Students are expected to uphold SJSU’s . Assignments that seem similar will be evaluated in relation to the policy. The use of AI for written work is a violation of academic integrity.

Assignment 1 (45 points)

Amendments 1-12, 16-27 and Self-Evaluation

Due: Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm

Part One: Amendments 1-12 AND 16-27

Note: While reading Amendments 1-27, look up terms with which you are unfamiliar, for example, letters of marque and reprisal, bill of attainder, writ of habeas corpus, emolument, etc. These are for your information; do not include this info in your paper.

PAPER PROMPT:

Choose TWO amendments that directly impact you now (whether positively or negatively) and explain their relevance to you personally.

One must be from Amendments 1-12, and the other must be from Amendments 16-27 – DO NOT USE Amendments 13, 14, or 15 for this part of the project.

For one Amendment that you choose, expand your response by drawing from a current editorial article from a major American newspaper, such as The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, etc., and cite it at the end of your paper in 9th edition (400-450 words)

For the other Amendment you choose, find a multimedia creative/artistic work relating to one of your Amendments, include it in your paper, and discuss its significance. Include the title and creator. This will require you to research aspects of popular culture that connect to your chosen amendment. (350-400 words and an uploaded image of the creative work)

Examples of creative/artistic modes include music, poetry, songs, artworks, photographs, visual art, performative videos (serious or comedic), mini-podcasts, and more.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font, MLA source citations

Length: 3-3.5 pages (750-850 words)

Part Two: Self-Evaluation

Evaluate your performance on this assignment using the criteria below. Your evaluation can be in paragraph form, or you may answer each part of the criteria with a short sentence. Note the page requirement for this part of the assignment.

Criteria for Quality Assurance

• Paper has an evident organizational structure
• Content is clearly and concisely expressed
• Ideas are logical, original, and show depth of analysis
• Specific content/evidence is integrated from all required sources
• Responses are complete, engaging, and related to current issues/events where pertinent
• All formatting requirements are met
• MLA citations are correctly incorporated in the text and on the Works Cited page
• Grammar and spelling errors are corrected
• All assignment requirements are addressed
• Give the assignment a letter grade (A+ through F), and briefly explain in specific terms why you chose that grade.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font.

Length: 100 -200 words

U.S Con Amendments 1-12 and 16-27RubricU.S Con Amendments 1-12 and 16-27Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAmendments 1-12

Follows all parts of the prompt. Makes a specific connection to an Amendment and has an appropriate source.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAmendments 16-27

Follows all parts of the prompt. Makes a specific connection to an Amendment and has an appropriate source.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting and Editing

Follows requirements regarding capitalization and citation on the prompt. The essay is clearly written and polished.

7 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSelf-Evaluation

All parts of the criteria are addressed.

3 pts

Total Points: 70

Part One: Amendments 1-12 AND 16-27

Note: While reading Amendments 1-27, look up terms with which you are unfamiliar, for example, letters of marque and reprisal, bill of attainder, writ of habeas corpus, emolument, etc. These are for your information; do not include this info in your paper.

PAPER PROMPT:

Choose TWO amendments that directly impact you now (whether positively or negatively) and explain their relevance to you personally.

One must be from Amendments 1-12, and the other must be from Amendments 16-27 – DO NOT USE Amendments 13, 14, or 15 for this part of the project.

For one Amendment that you choose, expand your response by drawing from a current editorial article from a major American newspaper, such as The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, etc., and cite it at the end of your paper in 9th edition MLA formatLinks to an external site. (400-450 words)

For the other Amendment you choose, find a multimedia creative/artistic work relating to one of your Amendments, include it in your paper, and discuss its significance. Include the title and creator. This will require you to research aspects of popular culture that connect to your chosen amendment. (350-400 words and an uploaded image of the creative work)

Examples of creative/artistic modes include music, poetry, songs, artworks, photographs, visual art, performative videos (serious or comedic), mini-podcasts, and more.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font, MLA source citations

Length: 3-3.5 pages (750-850 words)

Part Two: Self-Evaluation

Evaluate your performance on this assignment using the criteria below. Your evaluation can be in paragraph form, or you may answer each part of the criteria with a short sentence. Note the page requirement for this part of the assignment.

Criteria for Quality Assurance

Paper has an evident organizational structure

Content is clearly and concisely expressed

Ideas are logical, original, and show depth of analysis

Specific content/evidence is integrated from all required sources

Responses are complete, engaging, and related to current issues/events where pertinent

All formatting requirements are met

MLA citations are correctly incorporated in the text and on the Works Cited page

Grammar and spelling errors are corrected

All assignment requirements are addressed

Give the assignment a letter grade (A+ through F), and briefly explain in specific terms why you chose that grade.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font.

Length: 100 -200 words

Only Assignment One is due on February 15, 2026

Due dates: Various (see below)

Submit/upload all parts of the assignment to Canvas Assignments.

Required Reading:

This research and reflective project on the U.S. Constitution will be submitted as two separate assignments. There is also one presentation. Approach this project as a personal search to connect with and understand laws that significantly impact your life in the United States.

Writing & Editing Tips

Introduce material from the Constitution by the document’s title, the number of the Amendment, and the Section number if applicable.

Example. Amendment 1 of the U.S. Constitution states…

Introduce material from newspapers as follows:

Example. In his New York Times column, (title of article/essay), commentator David Brooks argues…

All sources must be cited in the 9th edition format on the last page of your paper. Use the title”Works Cited.” If you used the internet for all three sources, use citation examples listed under Electronic Sources, which cover both web sources and eBooks. If you used hard copies, look under Books.

Publication information for the Constitution is located at the end of the document. Use the copy that is linked above.

IMPORTANT

When referring to the Constitution or Amendments (e.g., the First Amendment), remember that these words are capitalized because they are proper nouns.

Academic Integrity: Students are expected to uphold SJSU’s . Assignments that seem similar will be evaluated in relation to the policy. The use of AI for written work is a violation of academic integrity.

Assignment 1 (45 points)

Amendments 1-12, 16-27 and Self-Evaluation

Due: Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm

Part One: Amendments 1-12 AND 16-27

Note: While reading Amendments 1-27, look up terms with which you are unfamiliar, for example, letters of marque and reprisal, bill of attainder, writ of habeas corpus, emolument, etc. These are for your information; do not include this info in your paper.

PAPER PROMPT:

Choose TWO amendments that directly impact you now (whether positively or negatively) and explain their relevance to you personally.

One must be from Amendments 1-12, and the other must be from Amendments 16-27 – DO NOT USE Amendments 13, 14, or 15 for this part of the project.

For one Amendment that you choose, expand your response by drawing from a current editorial article from a major American newspaper, such as The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, etc., and cite it at the end of your paper in 9th edition (400-450 words)

For the other Amendment you choose, find a multimedia creative/artistic work relating to one of your Amendments, include it in your paper, and discuss its significance. Include the title and creator. This will require you to research aspects of popular culture that connect to your chosen amendment. (350-400 words and an uploaded image of the creative work)

Examples of creative/artistic modes include music, poetry, songs, artworks, photographs, visual art, performative videos (serious or comedic), mini-podcasts, and more.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font, MLA source citations

Length: 3-3.5 pages (750-850 words)

Part Two: Self-Evaluation

Evaluate your performance on this assignment using the criteria below. Your evaluation can be in paragraph form, or you may answer each part of the criteria with a short sentence. Note the page requirement for this part of the assignment.

Criteria for Quality Assurance

• Paper has an evident organizational structure
• Content is clearly and concisely expressed
• Ideas are logical, original, and show depth of analysis
• Specific content/evidence is integrated from all required sources
• Responses are complete, engaging, and related to current issues/events where pertinent
• All formatting requirements are met
• MLA citations are correctly incorporated in the text and on the Works Cited page
• Grammar and spelling errors are corrected
• All assignment requirements are addressed
• Give the assignment a letter grade (A+ through F), and briefly explain in specific terms why you chose that grade.

Format: Double-spaced, indented paragraphs, normal margins, standard size 12 font.

Length: 100 -200 words

U.S Con Amendments 1-12 and 16-27RubricU.S Con Amendments 1-12 and 16-27Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAmendments 1-12

Follows all parts of the prompt. Makes a specific connection to an Amendment and has an appropriate source.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAmendments 16-27

Follows all parts of the prompt. Makes a specific connection to an Amendment and has an appropriate source.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting and Editing

Follows requirements regarding capitalization and citation on the prompt. The essay is clearly written and polished.

7 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSelf-Evaluation

All parts of the criteria are addressed.

3 pts

Total Points: 70

please read directions very carefully and see attached documents Political Campaign: Topic and Outline Assignment Instructions Overview Political campaigns provide rich insight into how candidates seek to obtain support from prospective voters. The means by which this can be achieved include the use of both slogans and paraphernalia, which provide aid in delivering a candidates platform by alternative means. The Political Campaign Assignment is broken into three parts, which collectively help you to research and create a political campaign presentation in Adobe Creative Cloud (no subscription required). You will complete the first of the three-part assignment below. Instructions You will research and select a specific presidential or congressional political campaign of your choosing from between 1920 and 1970. The research will focus on the slogans and paraphernalia used in the campaign and what those items reveal about the periods political culture. The outline is not a final draft and should be viewed as a work in progress. Thoughts and points may not be fully completed but an effort must be made towards building an outline of the final presentation. Your outline must have three main sections and include the significance of one slogan and one piece of paraphernalia used by your selected political candidate during the election. The outline must be 1-2 page in current Turabian format. Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

For the first paper, please analyze and interpret the speech delivered in Boston in 1869 by Frederick Douglass titled “The Composite Nation” in Foner, Voices of Freedom.

This assignment is two short essays at around 3-4 pages double spaced based on two different prompts about American history between 1918 and 1990. The teacher released a list of prompts that we can choose from, so you will have free creative direction as far as which combination of two prompts you would like to write about. I have attached a document with the sources and some instructions to follow. As far as sources for you to use, the required texts for this course are as follows:

William H. Chafe, The Unfinished Journey

Bruce Schulman, The Seventies

James Baldwin, The Fire Next Time

David Finkel, Thank You for Your Service

Alice Echols, Daring to Be Bad

You can use any of these texts for writing the two essays. Make sure to site the sources as the teacher describes in the document. Additionally, there are a number of supplemental readings that she assigns every week that you may use for reference or quoting. Those are on the third page of the document that I attached containing the instructions for the essays. You can quote from anywhere in these sources. I don’t have an exact number of quotes that should be used, but the more the better. If there are any resources that you need or any questions that you have, do not hesitate to reach out, I will be around to answer them. Thank you so much!

TWO QUESTIONS: PLEASE ANSWER BOTH IN ONE PAGE LENGTH ANSWERS FOR EACH

12. What role did the Supreme Court have in promoting segregation?

50. How and why did the women’s suffrage movement change in the early twentieth century?

*PLEASE CITE AND USE QUOTES IN ANSWERS*