American History: Foreign Affairs, 1865 – 1914

Mr. Broach

Recognizing the issues with the last unit and performance on the last test, I am offering this one time only bonus point opportunity.

You may earn up to 16 points added to your last test grade by completing this assignment (up to a total test grade of 100).

This opportunity is due no later than Friday, February 26, 2010 by 10:00 PM (submitted online to Turnitin.com). NO LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Assignment:

Answer the following questions in paragraph form. You must be historically specific in answering each question.

1. From the events we have studied in foreign affairs (1865-1914), what do you believe was the greatest achievement for the United States? Why?

2. From the events we have studied in foreign affairs (1865-1914), what is the greatest example of the United States acting as an imperial power? Give specific examples to prove how the U.S. acted imperialistic.

Grading:

Eight (8) possible points per question:

· 6 points for completeness of answer and historical accuracy (must use specific examples)

· 2 points for proper spelling and grammar

o DO NOT use 1^st or 2^nd person (or the pluralized version: we, us, our)

o No Contractions

o Write in past tense