What complaints did the Nativists lodge against the immigrants?

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The assignment for this module contains three parts. Respond to all parts of this assignment on one Word document.

1.   Examine the image in Chapter 2, p. 20, of the Immigration: A Documentary and Reference Guide entitled

      “American Citizens!”

•    What measures does this broadside advocate to restrict the rights of immigrants?

•    In what ways were the Nativists’ fears related to religion? (Pay close attention to the words in the signs

held by the immigrants in the picture.)

•    What complaints did the Nativists lodge against the immigrants?      

2.   Watch The Homestead Act and Hard Times for Farmers. Using information from the readings and from

      the video, explain the relationship between immigration and the Homestead Act.

3.   Watch Anniversary of the Irish Potato Famine. Using information from theImmigrant Struggles, Immigrant

      Gifts reading, explain in detail the complex role of the potato as a push factor for Irish immigration to America.

Compare and contrast the similarities and differences between the societies in relation

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Ethnographic Comparison

Anthropologists are interested in framing broad hypotheses about human behavior. In order to do this, it is imperative to use examples from multiple cultures to ensure that their conclusions are not grounded in a single case.

In this assignment, you will be taking on the role of an ethnologist, using multiple ethnographic accounts to study human behavior and culture.

Do the following:

  • Identify two to three societies to compare, such as an African society (for example, Ethiopian, Liberian, etc.), Indian, Chinese, Korean, or one of the many Native American groups (for example, the Cherokee, the Inuit, etc.).
  • Choose one aspect of human culture discussed in the course:
    • Domestic life and kinship
    • Subsistence and economy
    • Religion
    • Culture change

Using the module readings, Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, write a research paper to include the following:

  • Describe the background information of each of the societies you have chosen. You need not analyze this background information, only provide details regarding these societies.
  • Analyze the aspect of human culture you selected for each of the societies.
  • Compare and contrast the similarities and differences between the societies in relation to the topic you chose—for example, standard of living, education, or employment opportunities.
  • Summarize and address human behavior in relation to your topic and based on your examples.
    • Address the realities of life for the cultures you have examined.
    • Examine some of the social problems and public policy issues that become apparent.

Your paper should have a title page as well as an introduction section. This introduction section should include the societies you selected as well as the human culture aspect you will be discussing and why it is relevant to anthropology. As an anthropologist, use relevant anthropological terms in your analysis.

Support your statements with examples and scholarly references.

Write a 4–6-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources

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Grading Rubric

Assignment 1 Grading CriteriaMaximum Points
Write an introduction of the topic you chose and describe why it is relevant to anthropology.12
Write background information on the 2–3 societies.32
Compare and contrast the similarities and differences between the societies in relation to the topic you chose.100
Summarize and discuss human behavior in relation to your topic and based on your examples.92
Writing CriteriaOrganization (16)Usage and Mechanics (16)APA Elements (24)Style (8)64
Total:300

Identify the basic themes, topics, and concepts that make up the discipline of ethics. What are the themes or ideas that unite the different ethical theories? What is it that ethics aims to explain?

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Constructing Arguments

The purpose of this discussion is to help you understand how to construct an ethical argument and how to compare ethical arguments to other types of arguments, such as arguments based on political or economic theories. Prepare and post a response to the following prompt:

  • Identify the basic themes, topics, and concepts that make up the discipline of ethics. What are the themes or ideas that unite the different ethical theories? What is it that ethics aims to explain?
  • Describe how you might apply an ethical theme to one of the following social issues:
    • Limiting smoking in public places, such as public buildings, restaurants, or city parks
    • Municipal governments using public funds to build stadiums for professional sports teams
    • Requiring a private landowner to provide habitat for endangered species on their properties

What is your goal when you apply an ethical theme to a specific real-world issue? Distinguish how applying an ethical theme to an issue would differ from applying one of the following perspectives: economics, politics, or religion. What themes might represent the alternative perspective to the issue?

Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Support your claims with examples from the required material(s) and/or other scholarly sources, and properly cite any references.Answer

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you answer the following questions: How is the word myth used popularly?

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Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you answer the following questions: How is the word myth used popularly? For example, what does the statement, “It’s a myth” mean? In contrast, how is the word myth used in the academic context? After considering the definition in your textbooks and course materials, write a definition in your own words. What are the most common mythological themes across different cultures? Why do myths from different cultures around the world address such similar or universal themes? Think about how myths explain the unknown and the tribulations of mankind. What is the relationship between belief, knowledge, mythology, and religion? Where do mythology and religion intersect? Where do they diverge? Think about the function of myth and religion in helping human beings cope with change, suffering, loss, and death. Do you think mythology is still relevant in contemporary culture? How do people resort to modern myths to deal with the unknown and hardships in life? Format your citations and references consistent with APA guidelines. Note that you are asked to craft an essay that answers the above questions. This is not a short answer assignment. Lastly, some of the questions are designed to elicit reflection, the answer to which can be folded into an answer to another question.