The purposes of each case study assignment include the following:

• To hone your abilities to research using scholarly sources
• To advance critical thinking and writing skills
• To compile a response to the prompts provided
• To explore a historical topic and make connections to change over time

Instructions

Pick one (1) of the following topics. Then, address the corresponding questions/prompts for your selected topic. Use at least one (1) documented example of the corresponding primary source in your writing.

Option 1: Big Business (Monopolies) and Exploitation of Workers
View the following resource:

• The Progressive Era (27:30)

Browse and read one (1) of the following:

• Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
• The Pullman Strike

Then, address the following:

• Explain if big business leaders were "captains of industry," "shrewd businessmen," or "robber barons."
• Based on one of the resources noted for this option, assess American working conditions and exploitation of workers in the Age of Industry.
• Analyze the role that government played in reforming American working conditions.
• Explain the benefits of the Federal Government regulations of monopolies.
• Analyze which progressive presidents attained economic justice and reform for workers.

Option 2: Who is A Progressive?
Review the following site:

• Presidential Election of 1912: A Resource Guide

Then, address the following:

• According to Roosevelt, what are the characteristics of a progressive?
• Explain and give examples of the characteristics of "anti-progressives."
• Trace what types of activities "anti-progressives" engaged in?
• Analyze the goals of progressivism.
• Explain what areas of society progressives addressed?
• Analyze the progressive achievements Roosevelt highlights in his speech?

Option 3: World War I
Review the following resources:

• A War to End All Wars: Part 2 (6:56)
• The Treaty of Versailles and the Rise of Nazism

Then, address the following:

• Trace the origins of World War I, and assess if the world war was inevitable in 1914?
• Explain if it was possible for the United States to maintain neutrality in World War I. If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not.
• Analyze if the United States should have entered World War I to make the world safe for democracy.
• Analyze if the Treaty of Versailles was a fair and effective settlement for lasting world peace.
• Explain if the United States Senate should have approved of the Treaty of Versailles.

Requirements

• Length: 3-4 pages (not including title page or references page)
• 1-inch margins
• Double spaced
• 12-point Times New Roman font
• Title page
• References page
• In-text citations that correspond with your end references

The fact that humans are formed in the image of God has a profound influence on the character of individuals and structure of the civilizations in which they live. All civilizations in one form or another have pursued the big questions of human existence:

• Who is God?
• What is a good human being?
• What is truth, beauty, and goodness?

These questions require answers and, as Christians, we are called to integrate and examine all areas of our lives through our faith, including history. How can our faith inform our study of history? The study of history involves three levels or categories of analysis: Descriptive, Interpretative, and Evaluative. The Descriptive is the ability to describe an event. The Interpretative is the ability to interpret or analyze an event. The Evaluative is the ability to evaluate an event with the Truth of Scripture. You will ask of historical events and ideas: Was it good that it happened? Is it right? Does it conform to biblical Truth?

As you reflect upon your time in this course, apply these three areas of analysis to a topic we explored.  Sample topics could include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Capitalism
• Consumerism
• Democracy
• Freedom
• Inequality
• Nationalism
• Poverty
• Revivalism

Assignment Description:

• Select a historical figure or event covered in this course to discuss.
• Your reflection should be 200-250 words long and address each area of historical analysis (i.e., descriptive, interpretive, and evaluative).  Make sure to view this videoLinks to an external site. to get a deeper understanding of these three areas of analysis and how to apply them when examining history. 
• As you progress through the three levels of analysis, reflect upon the cultural impact related to this topic and connect some of these patterns, ideals, and assumptions to your own life.
• Make sure to incorporate Scripture in your writing.

https://www.regent.edu/video/home.cfm?address=8000620

Instructions:

this esay must be at least 1000 words. Please include a works cited page as well.

What constitutes an appropriate role for the judiciary? Some people argue that courts have become too powerful and that judges legislate from the bench. What does it mean for a court to be activist? What does it mean for a court to show judicial restraint? Although conservatives have long complained about the activism of liberal justices and judges, in recent years liberals have pointed out that conservative judges and justices are now more likely to overturn precedents and question the power of elected institutions of government. Conservatives counter by saying they are simply returning to an older precedent that had been ignored by liberals. If both liberals and conservatives engage in judicial activism, what is the role of the concept of “activism” (perhaps judicial activism is just a term used to describe a court decision you disagree with)?

, you must cover all questions from "Domestic" and "Foreign" Policy topics.

Domestic Policy

1. If more than 60 percent of the federal budget is “mandatory spending,” what is left to cut? What economic goals do categories of mandatory spending support? What programs should be abolished or cut? Should any programs be expanded? If so, identify which ones and explain why they should be expanded by agencies such as the Red Cross. Comment.
2. Social Welfare is the most debatable topic in American policy politics, yet many Americans are frustrated by those who sit and collect a check every month without any desire to improve themselves. I often wonder if welfare creates more poverty and laziness. Comment.
3. Please watchBreaking Point: California's Homeless CrisisLinks to an external site.
   Comment, What went wrong? Is Florida heading toward a crisis, and why?
4. The long-term solvency of Social Security is widely believed to be in danger. Play the American Academy of Actuaries Social Security GameLinks to an external site.. Once you have "solved" the game. Share your select results with your classmates by discussing the following questions:
   • What options you found to be off limits, and why?
   • What options did you select to solve the social security problem? Explain your choices.
   • Note: When replying to your peers on their post for the "Social Security" activity – comment and ask questions about their choices

Foreign Policy

1. In recent years, the American armed forces have been called on to perform duties that are more humanitarian than militaristic, providing support after the Fukushima disaster, in addition to funds for drought victims in Ethiopia, COVID-19 vaccinations to countries who could not afford them, Ebola patients in West Africa, and earthquake victims in Nepal. Do we have an obligation to assist other countries experiencing a crisis, or should that be left to private relief agencies such as the Red Cross? Comment.
2. The War on Terror has created a smaller faction’s terrorist groups than in the past. I wonder if we are making any inroads in the War on Terror or are, we creating more enemies against America.  Comment.
3. How safe is the world today? Given all the recent Terror attacks are we making progress in defeating ISIS and other terrorist groups?  Comment.