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Jean-Jacques Rousseau 10 1 . pts. Compare and Contrast: Review one of the great “thinkers” of the Enlightenment movement of the 1600s and 1700s (shown below). First, briefly identify and explain one or more of the this progressive scholar-philosopher’s main ideas or themes (2-4 sentences). Next, discuss how you can see this person’s ideas still in action somewhere in the world today (3 or more sentences)! This question is an essay-response format, meaning you should go out of your way to fully support your ideas with examples. There will be major point deductions for short or rushed responses that lack detail. John Locke Descartes Adam Smith Montesquieu Jean-Jacques Rousseau Voltaire [Type response here]

Non-Print Primary Source 10 2 . pts. Acquiring Primary Sources: Pretend you have been assigned an in-depth research project on “the causes of the Civil War.” For this assignment, you are required to include at least one primary source that is not in text or print format (such as historical pictures, songs, speeches, cartoons, etc.). Using the internet and your understanding of the Civil War, find one such non-print/text primary source that could be used in your hypothetical research assignment. 1) Paste the source on this slide. 2) Briefly describe how you would use this source to present your ideas or argument in this fictitious project (2-3 sentences). Non-Print Primary Source [Type response here] 1) [Paste screenshot of image here] Description 2) Briefly describe how you would use your source to support your research project here: [Type response here]

15 3 . Words and Actions: Andrew Carnegie became one of the richest men in history during “the rise of Big Business” of the early 1900s. Use the quote and your understanding of history to address both parts of the following prompts in essay-form. 1) What is Carnegie’s main concern or priority in this quote below, and 2) how is it contrary to what we think about big business and the robber barons that ran them? (Minimum 5 sentences) pts. [Type response here] “Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to administer in his lifetime for the good of the community.” ~Andrew Carnegie

15 4 . pts. Analyzing Primary Sources: Study the WWI poster below and respond to both prompts: 1) What symbolism or “hidden message” is embedded within the poster, that was ultimately intended to encourage American men to enlist the military? [Type response here] 2) What can we infer about the role and value of women in American society during this time period? [Type response here]

10 5 . pts. Digital Detective: Watch the short video clip using the link below, then list out 5 research observations that can be made from this single resource alone. Any observation from the video that helps inform us about “The Great Depression era” counts. Responses DO NOT have to be in complete sentences, but must be clearly communicated. Research Observations from Video Ex. Example- Nobody in this video is smiling, implying this was a very difficult time for everyone. 1 [Type response here] 2 3 4 5 Great Depression Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usPdM-J-4R0

>>>Record your answer on the next slide<<< 10 6 . pts. Compare and Contrast: Interpret the symbolism and meaning of both immigration cartoons, then on the next slide, please respond to the prompt provided (minimum 4 sentences). Early 1900’s Immigration Cartoon Early 2000’s Immigration Cartoon CHEAT BUTTON >>>Record your answer on the next slide<<<

10 6 . Compare and Contrast: Interpret the symbolism and meaning of both immigration cartoons, then on the next slide, please respond to the prompt provided (minimum 4 sentences). Remember, you MUST use examples from the cartoons to support your answer! pts. Continued! PROMPT: Defend (support) the following statement using evidence from both cartoons: In many ways, one could argue that American policy on immigration has not changed in the last 100 years. I feel the United States has not changed its beliefs on immigration over the last century, because……[Continue your response here….]

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