(Solved) : Discussion Post 501 . . .
Question Description
Global Wars & Change in the 20th Century
There are two sections in this discussion forum. You are required to answer a question from each section. You can select either Question #1A or #1B from Section A and then proceed to follow the directions in Section B. You must give equal attention to both sections.
- You cannot use any sources such as wikipedia, about.com, sparknotes etc. You are required to use the course content and any other approved sources (see below).
- A valid bibliography should be included at the end of your post.
- Please provide examples in every paragraph to support your answer.
- Avoid block quotes.
- Make sure that you edit your work for grammar.
SECTION A
1. Based on your knowledge in this course so far, what lessons do you think the world should learn from:
A. the two global wars of the twentieth century OR
B. The Great Depression
There is no right or wrong answer here, but your opinion must be supported by evidence. You should use dates, specific names of people and places, and discuss the relevant facts to back up your assessment.
Your answer must specify what these lessons are (or if lessons could not be learned at all) and which groups, persons, or nations these lessons should be applied to. Remember you must provide specific examples and analyses with evidence to support your answer.
SECTION B
Select 3 appropriate countries from the list provided to answer either Question #1 or Question #2 below.
Countries (Select 3)
| United States | Russia | China |
| Germany | Italy | Vietnam |
| Korea | France | Britain |
| Guatemala | Cuba | Japan |
| Spain | Algeria | South Africa |
QUESTIONS (Answer all of number 1 OR all of number 2).
1. A. How did a country you selected above become communist?
B. Discuss the rise of Fascism in your second selected country.
C. Describe the Cold War in your third country option.
2. A. What role did foreign intervention play in the communist revolution which took place in a country you selected?
B. Explain the foreign influences which gave rise to the fascist government in a second country you selected.
C. How did the leader(s) of a third country you selected respond to the Cold War?
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