USA HISTORY SINCE 1877

ANSWER ONE OF THE 3 QUESTIONS FROM BELOW *** USE THE READINGS FROM OPENSTAX TO ANSWER QUESTION USE TWO SOURCES FROM READING
1) You “reply” to the Discussion Forum Assignment (or the classmate’s Assignment you are commenting on) by clicking on “reply” and then scrolling down to the bottom of the page. Inside the box is where you copy and paste your response. Please post in full text—do not post as an attachment. When you are finished, please click on “post reply.” You will not have access to your classmates’ posts until you have posted your own assignment.
2) Thoroughly read all assigned text material for the module’s discussion forum assignment BEFORE submitting ANY part of your discussion assignment. If you skip this step, your posts will lack depth and will be graded, accordingly.
3) A 500-1000 word answer in standard essay form is required (i.e., traditionally, five paragraphs). Strive for depth, clarity and precision in your responses. Spell check, grammar check, and carefully proofread your answer before you post it. Remember, the quality of your contributions to discussion forums will count for about one-third of your course grade. Your writing should be formal. An introduction, body, and conclusion are expected. DO NOT exceed the word limit.
4) Plagiarism is the use of someone else’s ideas, words, creations, etc., in a manner that suggests that you are the originator. Only course materials may be cited. Citing the textbook is mandatory. Section numbers following a direct quote or a paraphrased statement(s) are required, for example: (16.3). I recommend a maximum of two direct quotes for essays of this length. Copying from the textbook and/or simply including the section number without putting quotations around the statement(s) used in assignments/critiques/exams is plagiarism. Cutting and pasting off the Internet and/or copying another classmate’s discussion forum assignment are expressly forbidden. Plagiarism will result in an “F” in the course and possible expulsion from the college.

Evaluate key elements of social and cultural changes such as such as race relationships, gender roles, urbanization, technological innovation, consumerism, and progressivism, in light of the rapidly changing United States society after 1890.
Analyze the causes of the economic expansions, recessions and depressions and their effects on American society; examine how the New Deal addressed the problems of the Depression, initiated the welfare state, and resulted in the transformation of American politics and society.
Explore the causes and course of American involvement in World War II, its domestic impact, and its importance in reshaping the United States’ role in world affairs.
Analyze how the Cold War influenced international and domestic politics and society.
Assigned Reading- OpenStax, U.S. History, Chapters 25-28.
Chapter 25: https://cnx.org/contents/p7ovuIkl@9.1:HrUlP_8h@6/Introduction
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Chapter 26: https://cnx.org/contents/p7ovuIkl@9.1:Ml9ZXMGa@6/Introduction
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Chapter 27: https://cnx.org/contents/p7ovuIkl@9.1:NBJLxFUW@6/Introduction
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Chapter 28: https://cnx.org/contents/p7ovuIkl@9.1:jrXepPno@7/Introduction
Answer ONE of the following questions:

1) Compare and contrast Herbert Hoover’s approach to dealing with the Great Depression to that of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s. Please note: “compare and contrast” requires and an analysis of similarities as well as differences.
2) Although sentiment in the United States favored American neutrality, once World War II began, Franklin D. Roosevelt undertook measures to prepare the nation for war on the side of the Allies. Identify and analyze the steps he took to do so.
3) Although untested and inexperienced in foreign affairs when he became president, Harry Truman decisively shaped America’s foreign policy in the postwar era. Identify and analyze Truman’s foreign policy and assess the degree to which it was successful.
Module Four Discussion Forum Response- 5 points maximum. Your 150-200 word commentary on ONE of your classmates’ answers is due Saturday evening, July 3 by 11:59 PM, Pacific Time.

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