For this assignment, you will choose a significant figure who contributed to and influenced others during the time discussed in this course—with the exception of any U.S. President

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For this assignment, you will choose a significant figure who contributed to and influenced others during the time discussed in this course—with the exception of any U.S. President—and prepare a tribute focusing on his or her relevance to today. This is not a biography. Your argument should highlight how society remembers your historical figure now, based on the philosophies and ideals he or she presented or helped to change and evolve.    The style of this project is a multimedia presentation with both audio and video components; however, the medium used is up to you. A self-guided PowerPoint presentation. Creativity and effort will impact the final grade.
Projects are due during Unit VII and will be graded on the following:   

Prepare and submit a two-page reflection, ideally based on the outline assignment from Unit VI. 

Create and submit a visual presentation with your reflection as an audio transcript. 

Use a minimum two sources that can be found in CSU’s Online Library (at least one from the American History & Life database). 

Proper citations and references for any use or identification of those sources must be used. 

Length must fall within three to five minutes; in the case of PowerPoint, slides and audio should progress and stop automatically like a taped presentation. 

Content accuracy and avoidance of anachronism are a must.

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Assignment 1: Essay – Exploring Ancient Mysteries

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Assignment 1: Essay – Exploring Ancient Mysteries

Due Week 4 and worth 100 points

Choose one (1) of the topics below and develop a three to four (3-4) paragraph essay (of at least 250-500 words) which adequately address the topic you have chosen.

Topic Choices

  • There have been many theories regarding how the pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most experts agree that they were constructed as burial monuments for pharaohs, but “how” these ancient people constructed monuments of such great size without modern machinery is a mystery which is still being debated.
  • No one can say for certain what happened to the great urban Mayan civilization, but theories abound and include varied possible alternatives to explain the relatively abrupt and mysterious disappearance of the Mayan civilization.
  • Tutankhamen died young, at approximately eighteen (18) years of age. However, his cause of death has been the subject of quite varied scholarly theories and conclusions. Did he die of an injury, of illness, of murder, or something else?.
  • Minoan Crete was a major civilization in its time, but several theories have been advanced to explain its demise, including speculations associating it with mythical Atlantis. What were the causes of Minoan Civilization’s decline?
  • Great Zimbabwe is an enormous complex of structures in East Africa. Since the builders and occupants left no written records, several theories have developed as to the identity of its builders and the functions of the structures. Which theory makes the most sense?
  • The monumental size and complexity of the Tomb of Shihuangdi is astounding, yet its location and construction details were to be kept secret. What was the emperor’s purpose for such an elaborate, secret burial place?
  • Other topic choice recommended and approved by the professor and supported by the grading rubric.

Write a three to four (3-4) paragraph paper in which you:

  1. Clearly state the “mystery” and provide a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Because some theories may sound far-fetched, include the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc.
  2. After summarizing at least two (2) scholarly theories, identify one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and provide at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery. This will involve some critical reasoning skills on your part.
  3. Use at least two (2) sources plus the class textbook. (Three [3] sources total as the minimum) Note: Wikipedia and other similar Websites do not qualify as academic resources. You are highly encouraged to use the Resource Center tab at the top of your Blackboard page.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA style format. Both in-text citations and a References list are required. Citations and references must follow APA style format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. (Note: Students can find APA style materials located in the course shell for guidance).
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length. For our purposes, you may omit any abstract page.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

  • Explain how key social, cultural, and artistic contributions contribute to historical changes.
  • Explain the importance of situating a society’s cultural and artistic expressions within a historical context.
  • Examine the influences of intellectual, religious, political, and socio-economic forces on social, cultural, and artistic expressions.
  • Identify major historical developments in world cultures during the eras of antiquity to the Renaissance
  • Use technology and information resources to research issues in the study of world cultures.
  • Write clearly and concisely about world cultures using proper writing mechanics.

Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric.

Points: 100 Assignment 1: Essay – Exploring Ancient Mysteries
Criteria  

Unacceptable
Below 60% F

 Meets Minimum Expectations
60-69% D		  

Fair
70-79% C

  

Proficient
80-89% B

  

Exemplary
90-100% A
1. Clearly state the “mystery” and provide a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Because some theories may sound far-fetched, include the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc.
Weight: 40%		 Did not submit or incompletely stated the “mystery”. Did not submit or incompletely provided a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Did not submit or incompletely  included the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc. Insufficiently stated the “mystery” and insufficiently provided a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Insufficiently  included the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc. Partially stated the “mystery” and partially provided a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Partially  included the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc. Satisfactorily stated the “mystery” and satisfactorily provided a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Satisfactorily  included the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc. Thoroughly stated the “mystery” and effectively provided a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Thoroughly  included the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc.
2. Identify one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and provide at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery.
Weight: 35%		 Did not submit or incompletely identified one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and did not submit or incompletely provided at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery. Insufficiently identified one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and insufficiently provided at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery. Partially identified one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and partially provided at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery. Satisfactorily identified one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and satisfactorily provided at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery. Thoroughly identified one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and thoroughly provided at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery.
3. Three (3) references minimum  (including class text) number and quality
Weight: 5%		 No references provided Does not meet the required number of references; all references poor quality choices. Does not meet the required number of references; some references poor quality choices. Meets number of required references; all references high quality choices. Exceeds number of required references; all references high quality choices.
4. Clarity, writing mechanics, referencing, and APA formatting requirements, including a reference list and matching in-text citations.
Weight: 20%		 More than 8 errors present 7-8 errors present 5-6 errors present 3-4 errors present 0-2 errors present

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Thomas Paine Common Essay Questions: 

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 Thomas Paine Common Essay Questions: 

 

  1.  According, to Paine, what is the difference between society and government?

2.            What is the meaning of “liberty” and “equality” in Paine’s thought?

3.            What is the relationship between “liberty and equality”?

4.    According to Paine, why is there a need for regulations and government in general?

5.            Why does Paine consider the English monarchy to be ineffective?

6.            What does Paine think that America will gain by separating from England?

7.            List the reasons why Paine thinks independence is necessary.

8.            What is the “most powerful of all augments” for independence?

9.            For Paine, what is the relationship between law and liberty?

10.          How does Paine answer the question, “Where is the king of America”?

11.          What do you learn from reading this assignment? (Your opinion is required, yes!)

 General Directions for the Thomas Paine Essay Questions (100 pts)

 

 

  • These are paraphrasing assignments.
  • Students should use this assignment to learn how to paraphrase their work.
  • Avoid quoting, always use citations, and answer each question in your own words, meaning paraphrase.
  • Points will be deducted for quoting.
  • The assignment is worth 100 points.
  • You must only answer each question with 5 sentence.
  • Anything less will result in an automatic a 5 point deductions per question.
  • Be precise, direct, and straight to the point.
  • You will earn a “0” for rambling and repetition per question.
  • DO NOT RESTATE THE QUESTION OR REPHRASE THE QUESTION IN YOUR ANSWER, this will result in a 5-point deduction per question.
  • An automatic 5 points deduction from each grammar error.
  • If the grammar errors are copious (3 or more) and detracts from the question’s answer, the student will receive a zero on the question.
  • Avoid the following phrases:  “I think” or “I agree,” or any statements that reference your opinion.
  • The assignments are not opinion related tasks.
  • Such will result in a 5-point deduction from each question.
  • Only type your opinion for Question #11 in the Thomas Paine Essay.
  • In a MS Word document, number and retype each question.
  • Answer each of the above questions.
  • You do not have to write in essay format.
  • Please answer each question in your own words and in complete connecting sentences.
  • After you have retyped each question in Times New Roman 12 font, double space twice (enter twice) and then type the answer.
  • Follow this format when answering each question.
  • Points will be deducted for not following these directions.
  • Please place the required assignment heading on your MS Word document.
  • Please saving your file in MS Word as:
  • FirstName_LastName_CourseNumber_Thomas_Paine Question.

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What effects did Schleiermacher’s epistemology and derivative hermeneutic have on neo-orthodox theology? Give a specific example.

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What effects did Schleiermacher’s epistemology and derivative hermeneutic have on neo-orthodox theology? Give a specific example.

 

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