1. Class Intro

2. “The Creation of the United States of America is the greatest of all human adventures.”- Paul Johnson (British Journalist) A History of the American People
Agree or Disagree?
Is Johnson (A British citizen) qualified to make this statement?
What would qualify the creation of America as “an adventure”?
Should Americans today feel ashamed of how the Indians and the slaves were treated?
America is a society that is now dedicated to justice and fairness for everyone. Agree or disagree?
Was the pain of the past worth the achievement of today?
Do you feel it is your responsibility to make America a better place? If so, what can you do to fulfill this responsibility? If not, why not?