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August 13, 2020 History AssignmentThe following is a “TO THINK ABOUT” assignment. ‘Thinking assignments’ do not require paper and pencil. However, the energy not used by your hand for writing purposes needs to be transferred to your brain—the organ used to ‘contemplate’ (to think seriously about) these questions. 1. Why is it important to study history?2. Who makes history?3. Without using Google, can you name at least 5 Americans from our early history who is significant enough to be included in history books?4. Who among living Americans do you think might be judged important enough to be included in history books of the future?5. Only a relatively few people get their names recorded in history books. Does that mean that the remainder of us have not contributed to history or that we are UNIMPORTANT?6. FAMILY HISTORYFamilies make history! Do you know much about your family’s history? Do you know anything at all about your ancestors from the 1800s? Below are some questions for you to think about…and if you are comfortable doing so, to share with the class in our first session. Find time to discuss your family’s history with your parents or grandparents. Some suggestions for questions to ask are listed below. Feel free to expand your questioning. Where are your parents and grandparents from originally?What were the last names of your mom and your grandmothers before they were married?What were the last names of your great grandparents?Where did your ancestors come from who initially came to America to live?Are any of your relatives famous?Is there anything unique or unusual about anyone in your family?Is it important for you to know something about your family’s history. If so, why? (YOU WILL NOT BE REQUIRED TO DISCUSS YOUR FAMILY’s HISTORY UNLESS YOU actually want to do so!)No written work is required for this assignment. The idea is simply to get you to begin thinking historically! ................
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