American History Homework Three
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American History Homework Three
Instructor: Andy Schlafly
Read the lecture and then answer the following questions:
1. Identify two weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
2. Identify the first three Articles of the Constitution, and what each Article establishes.
3. Explain what you like most about George Washington.
4. Describe the most important invention of the 1790s, and its political impact.
5. Explain the political view expressed by this week's cartoon, and which side of what issue the cartoonist likely represents.
6. Describe two significant achievements of The Northwest Ordinance.
7. Describe what you think was most significant about John Adams' presidency.
Honors Questions
These questions require answers that are a bit longer than the answers above. Answer three out of the following questions (in addition to the questions above):
H1. Explain how George Washington's Farewell Address is relevant today.
H2. Do you think the Anti-Federalists had some good points? Explain.
H3. State your view on any discussion topic or mystery concerning the period 1780-1800.
H4. Contrast the handling of Shays' Rebellion with the handling of the Whiskey Rebellion, and whether you think a president is necessary.
H5. Describe the response of Jefferson and Madison to the Alien & Sedition Acts. Do you agree with their approach?
