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Sunday, November 18, 2012

Thanksgiving Week Blog DUE 11/26

ASSIGNMENTS ARE DUE VIA EMAIL ON MONDAY 11/26

US II ASSIGNMENT - ONLY YESTERDAY

Your assignment is to read a chapter from Frederick Lewis Allen’s book, Only Yesterday, and informal history of the 1920’s.  This book is the first written historical reflection on the era and was a great success. 

You can find an online version of the book, separated by chapter here

The assignment is to choose a chapter to read and report on his depiction of history.  When writing your report think about the following questions:

•    What is the overall purpose of this chapter?
•    What are some main events of the chapter?
•    Who are some of the main figures of the chapter?
•    Is his depiction of the era a worthwhile source?
•    What were your likes/dislikes towards the book and topic?

The paper must follow MLA format (typed, double spaced, times new roman 12, etc.)  The paper must be at least 2 pages long

The purpose of this assignment is to get some preliminary knowledge into the Roaring 20s. 










US I ASSIGNMENT - POLITICAL PARTIES

Complete the linked CHART. Download from Google drive, fill in, and email your chart to me.

Answers can be in bullet format