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Markus Fleenor [Upload on the Assignments Page as an attachment ] The test covers both the material in the text book as well as the Instructor’s Comments. Always give specific, historical examples to justify your arguments. Read and follow the directions for each question carefully. 1. Matching: _D__ Eugene V. Debs a. IWW songwriter and martyr __E_ Joyce Miller b. Founder of the United Farm Workers __F_ Samuel Gompers c. President of the UAW __A_ Joe Hill…

Known for its booming automotive industry during the 1950s and 1960s, Detroit, Michigan was a city in forefront of most people’s minds when you talked about Michigan or the Midwest, due to the triple-threat of General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler. Living and working in Detroit for one of these big automotive companies was that generation’s “American Dream.” However, from 1973 to 1974, there was a gasoline crisis that caused General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler to take a financial hit which also…

1.IS THE IDEA OF THE AMERICAN DREAM UNIQUE TO AMERICANS, OR IS IT A “HUMAN” DREAM? EXPLAIN The idea of the American Dream is not unique to Americans. I think that every human dreams of having a better life for themselves, just like what the American Dream is. -Eddie The American Dream is not unique to Americans because nearly every person on Earth wants a better life for themselves and their families. -Austin The American Dream is not unique to only Americans, as many different societies…

Two modules I find best reflect me are human nature and cultural diversity and doing together what we would not do alone. Both of these topics fall under the category of social influence. After further researching the topics I discovered how easily influenced I was by friends, family, and society without noticing. Human nature has evolved over time. One of the most well known naturalists to contribute to the theory of evolution was Charles Darwin. His theory of natural selection explained…

Similar to Harlem, many cheap mom and pop stores in Bensonhurst have been closed down due to gentrification. The physical fabric of the neighborhood has experienced the displacement of stores, restaurants, and residents. Places, where Italian businesses used to be located, have been replaced. Evidently, there is a new cultural image being consumed, pertaining to its new beginning. For instance, two blocks away from Gino’s Focacceria is a Szechuan restaurant called Spicy Bampa, which is generally…

The biggest migration in American history is known as the California Gold Rush. It all started on January 24th, 1848, when gold was discovered at Sutter’s Mill in California. After word got around that gold had been discovered, many flocked to California by 1849. The individuals involved in the mass migration to California were known as forty-niners. Most of the migrants were men coming from the eastern United States, however, there were also many immigrants from China, Mexico, South America,…

When you hear Johnny Depp’s name, what do you think of? Edward Scissorhands? The Pirates of the Caribbean? When you hear Marlon Brando’s name, what do you think of? A Streetcar Named Desire? The Godfather? When you hear Roman Polanski’s name, what do you think of? Rosemary’s Baby? The Pianist? What about Woody Allen? Do you think about Annie Hall, or maybe Hannah and Her Sisters? If any of these names or movies ring any bells, it’s probably not because those actors and directors been denounced…

Hawaii. A ravishing bizarre tropical paradise with sceneries you would die to look at. If you love to be in a tropical paradise, Hawaii is the place to go to. Sadly, Hawaii has lost plenty of its native animals and plants over the years.This problem occurred when invasive species came to Hawaii around the 1780’s. Invasive species is a term they call animals, plants, and other organisms that do not belong in this specific area. They did a lot of harm to the native plants and animals that lots…

When somebody thinks of Hawaii, they think about a marvelous getaway in an alluring oasis of comfort and relaxation. But, an abundance of people don’t realize that this sacred and indigenous land is being harmed by invasive plants and animals that could destroy Hawaii’s numerous native plants and damage the life cycle of native animals. This major problem evolved in 1793 when Captain Vancouver introduced cattle to Hawaii (Info Grafik “Introduction of Cattle”). This establishment led to the…