World Cultures Question #13

Would you rather be liked or respected?

Why?

Give several reasons for your answer.

U.S. History Question #13

As you consider and think about all of the people, events, ideas, and documents we have studied this year in U.S. History, answer the following questions...

What has suprised you the most about the history and people of the United States?

What has disappointed you the most about the people or events of the United States?

What person, idea, or event do you admire the most?

 

 

World Cultures Question #12

Using the internet, research one Christian-based, non-profit organization that provides aid to Africa and answer the following questions:
1.What is the name of the organization?

2.In which African nations does the organization provide aid?

3.What is the goal of the organization?

4. How does the purpose of their goals reflect Christian values?

5. Would you be interested in working with this organization? Why or why not?

6. Provide the link to the organization's website.

U.S. History Question #12

"At the heart of racism is the religious assertion that God made a creative mistake when He brought some people into being."
Racism is nothing new. Racism has plagued different cultures all over the world and stained the pages of history throughout recorded history. Racism didn't wait for the modern world, nor has it faded with time. The Bible speaks of the hatred between the Jews and Gentiles, as well as the conflict between the Samaritans and Jews. Apartheid in South Africa seperated the blacks from the whites for several decades. The genocide of the Jews by the Nazis during World War II is well documented. America hasn't escaped the problem of racism either. From the time of the 3/5 Compromise at the Constitutional Convention through the Civil Rights Act of 1964 whites and blacks clashed in the United States.

Answer the following questions...

Why is racism so common around the world and throughout history?

Does racism still exist in America?

Will the issue of race ever be solved in America? Why or why not?

World Cultures Blog Question #11

"Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime." -Chinese Proverb
What does this quote mean and how does it apply to our lives?

How does this quote relate to the issue of poverty?

What is the best way to help those who are poor?

U.S. History Question #11

For U.S. History Blog Question #11 your assignment is to find a veteran of WWII, the Vietnam War, or the Iraq/Afghanistan wars and interview them. Only one veteran needs to be interviewed. Interviews may be done in person, on the phone, or via email. Please keep in mind that war can be a difficult thing for people to talk about so be mindful and respectful of that fact as you complete the interview.

You are responsible for asking them at least five questions. I have provided the first two questions for you and you are required to come up with the other three questions. You will then post the questions and their answers in the comments section of the blog question.

Your blog answer should also include the veteran's name ,their position within the military, and the time period in which they served.

1. Why did you choose to enlist in the military?

2. What was/is the greatest challenge of serving in the military?

3. Student- created question

4. Student-created question

5. Student-created question

World Cultures Question #10

In Lee Harris' book The Suicide of Reason the writer says the following:

The West (Western Europe, America, etc.) is eliminating the alpha males from our midst, and at a dizzyingly accelerating rate. But in Muslim societies, the alpha male is still alive and well. While we in America are drugging our alpha boys with Ritalin, the Muslims are doing everything in their power to encourage their alpha boys to be tough, aggressive, and ruthless. We are proud if our sons get into a good college; they are proud if their sons die as martyrs. To rid your society of high-testosterone alpha males may bring peace and quiet; but if you have an enemy that is building up an army of alpha boys to hate you fanatically and who have vowed to destroy you, you will be committing suicide.




Discuss the quote with a parent and then answer the following questions...

In what ways is this quote true about males in America? In what ways is the quote false about males in America? Is aggressiveness and toughness not being taught to boys in America?

Do you and your parent agree? Why or why not?

U.S. History Question #10

Matthew 7:3- "Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?"

1 Peter 3:8-"Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble."

Since the founding of our country Americans have debated the idea of whether the United States should be involved in foreign affairs around the world. Whether or not America should be isolated or not is a major issue and one American citizens, Presidents, and Congressmen have often struggled with and continue to battle in the history of our country. In various cases Americans were told that policing the world was a strategic and moral "must": we were "saving the world" and defending our own national security. In other cases people argue that America has enough of its own problems and should worry about its own domestic issues before it tells everyone else what to do.

Consider the verses above and use your knowledge of history to answer the questions below...

Does America have something great to offer other countries in order to help them out? Is that America's responsibility?

Should America act as the world's caretaker and police and enforce its value on other countries OR only worry about the problems inside the country?

 

 

World Cultures Question #9

For World Cultures Blog Question #9 your assignment is to find a Christian missionary that serves in any part of the world and interview them. Interviews may be done in person, on the phone, or via email.

You are responsible for asking them at least five questions. I have provided the first three questions for you and you are required to come up with the other two questions. You will then post the questions and their answers in the comments section of the blog question. Your blog answer should also include the missionary's name and location where they serve.

1. Why or how did you end up in the part of the world where you serve?

2. How have you seen the Lord work and move in your ministry?

3. What is the greatest challenge as a missionary?

4. Student-created question

5. Student-created question

U.S. History Question #9

In Matthew 5:44 Jesus says, "But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you."

Zechariah 7:9-10 says, “Thus says the Lord of hosts, Render true judgments, show kindness and mercy to one another, do not oppress the widow, the fatherless, the sojourner, or the poor, and let none of you devise evil against another in your heart.”

Discuss with your parents the following questions...


In what ways have American churches failed to obey these verses from God's word?

How do you think this has affected the growth of government social reforms and programs?

World Cultures Question #8

Acts 2:44-45 says "All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need."

This verse from Acts is sometimes used by people to try and prove that communism is based on Christian principles.

Is there any truth to the idea that Christianity teaches communism? Why or why not?

Also, ask your parents or grandparents about their memories of the Soviet Union and the Cold War.

Record their answers along with your answer to the first question.

U.S. History Question #8

First, visit the following link to see voting requirements for the state of Georgia:

http://www.declareyourself.com/voting_faq/state_by_state_info_2.html#G

Then answer the following questions with a parent...

Is voting a right or a privilege?

Should there be limits to who can vote in the United States of America?