US History Paper

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US History Paper

1. PROMPT: Is it appropriate for cities/states to publicly display monuments (flags, statues,
etc.) to the Confederacy? Why or Why Not?
A starting point for your consideration is below:
RESEARCH PAPER https://easternflorida.instructure.com/courses/1482860/assignments/71…
SUPPORTERS ARGUE
Confederate monuments are symbols of southern pride and heritage, honoring the valor
and courage of Confederate soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the Civil War, and
should be displayed on public property. It is wrong to vilify symbols that many people
value just because a misguided few have misappropriated their meaning.
OPPONENTS ARGUE
Confederate monuments are symbols of racism, hate, and treason and have become
inextricably tied to slavery, white supremacy, segregation, and discrimination against
African Americans. Displaying Confederate symbols on public property endorses a
harmful ideology that perpetuates the errors of the past.
(Issues and Controversies)
Remember, this is a RESEARCH-based assignment, not simply an opinion piece. Include
EVIDENCE to support your ideas. Be sure to consider historical context when addressing the issue. It is
important to determine when an why these monuments were erected in the first place.

2. PROMPT: In light of the 2016 Presidential election, many questions were raised about the
Electoral College. You will write a paper on this topic, answering the following questions.
What is the Electoral College?
How and when was it established?
Why was it established?
What role does the Electoral College play?
Are electors required to vote for the candidate who won the election in his/her state? Why or
why not?
How many times has a candidate won the majority vote, but not won the Presidential election?
What are the pros and cons of keeping the Electoral College system? (The bulk of your paper
should cover this question)
Now that you have done your research, what is your own educated position regarding the
Electoral College? Should we keep it or get rid of it? Why do you feel this way?