Social Studies

In America, when one teaches students, what is worth knowing in history/ social studies? In addition, who decides what is worth learning to the students?

Essay where I have to compare the French-Algerian War and oppression described in two different literary works

Here is my essay question: 1. In "Survival in Auschwitz", Primo Levi writes: We do not believe in the most obvious and facile deduction: that man is fundamentally brutal, egoistic and stupid in his conduct once every civilized institution is taken away, and that the Haftling is consequently nothing but a man without inhibitions. We believe, rather that the only conclusion to be drawn is that in the face of driving necessity and physical disabilities many social habits and instincts are reduced to silence. And in "The Poor Man's Son", Mouloud Feraoun writes in the conclusion: While awaiting death, cultivate your garden in order to better cultivate the garden of your children and... click for more

Post Civil War Economy

One of the key business goals of most post-civil war business leaders was: A) To stimulate innovation through increased competition. B) To create a large consumer middle class. C) To develop a centrally planned American economy. D) To fund research on new technologies. E) To eliminate as much competition as possible.

Progressive Reform is examined.

1) Progressive reform at the level of city government seemed to indicate that the progressives highest priority was: a) Economic equality. b) Free enterprise. c) Government efficiency. d) Urban planning. e) Democratic participation.

History's Influence on Culture

Please answer the following question. How does history influence culture?