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Category: American Studies
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Module 7 Discussion: Was the New Deal a Revolution?
Module 7 Discussion: Was the New Deal a Revolution?
Did FDRs New Deal fundamentally transform government and society, or merely stabilize capitalism? Provide evidence from programs and outcomes.
In your reply: Choose one New Deal program your classmate mentioned and explain how it has affected the country in the short and long term, be sure to add your sources.
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Module 7 Discussion: Was the New Deal a Revolution?
Module 7 Discussion: Was the New Deal a Revolution?
Did FDRs New Deal fundamentally transform government and society, or merely stabilize capitalism? Provide evidence from programs and outcomes.
In your reply: Choose one New Deal program your classmate mentioned and explain how it has affected the country in the short and long term, be sure to add your sources.
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American Studies Question
Mini Research Paper: The Harlem Renaissance.
Assignment Overview:
The Harlem Renaissance was a cultural, artistic, and intellectual movement that reshaped African American identity and American culture at large.
Your Task:
Write a 3 page research paper that:- Defines the historical context of the Harlem Renaissance
- Identifies key figures (artists, musicians, writers) and their contributions
- Analyzes how the movement changed American ideas about race, culture, and identity
- Incorporates three or more credible sources (books, journals, academic websites)
Rubric
The Harlem Renaissance Rubric
The Harlem Renaissance Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeHistorical Context
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeKey Figures & Contributions
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeAnalysis of Race, Culture & Identity
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeUse of Research & Sources
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeOrganization & Writing Quality
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a learning outcomeFormatting & Requirements
5 pts
Total points: 100
Requirements: 3 pages
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Module 6 Discussion: Modernism and Tradition in the 1920s
Module 6 Discussion: Modernism and Tradition in the 1920s
The 1920s saw innovation and rebellion against tradition. How did cultural and moral conflicts (e.g., Scopes Trial, Prohibition, Harlem Renaissance) shape American identity?
In your reply: Pick one conflict your classmate wrote about and add a person, event, or piece of art from the 1920s that connects to it. Explain how it adds to their point.
Requirements: 300
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AMS 111.
Answer each of the following questions individually. Use only our course materials as evidence to create and discuss your response argument. If you need clarification on any aspects of these questions, you must email me no later than Saturday morning.
- One of the problems Americans encountered when looking to distinguish their own national identity and culture in the nineteenth century was the fact that many of these cultural practices were already in existence and were therefore being borrowed and adapted. This was a problem we addressed when looking at early American painting and literature. Using these the fields of painting and literature, were Americans able to create their own cultural versions/forms? Why or why not?
- We have seen and discussed the importance of image and presentation (i.e. visual representations) in nineteenth century America society. Early American fashion and paintings were subjected to value judgements based upon how the public viewed them and whether or not the public approved of them. What were the two most important qualities or characteristics (in your opinion) that impacted the emergence of distinct American styles of fashion and painting? Explain your reasoning.
- Within each of our weekly topics we have seen criticisms of Americas cultural developments or the attempts to initiate cultural change in the nineteenth century. Using two examples (each from a different lecture), how would you describe the individuals and groups who often opposed changes to American culture as the nineteenth century progressed, and what was their reasoning for this opposition?
Requirements: Read the instructions
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American Studies Question
Read the above instructions for the assignment.
Be creative.
*Remember, if an assignment is open, you can turn it in early.
Requirements: as needed