Reference no: EM133304434 , Length: Words Count:500

Assignment:

ASSIGNED READING (3 articles below):

• colonization and climateLinks to an external site.
• invention of whitenessLinks to an external site.
• Historic Foundations of RaceLinks to an external site.

Pay attention to how Zinn discusses the relationship between the poor and the wealthy in the social struggles that shaped the early history of the US

Howard Zinn: Watch Segments 16-22 (Start at 50 minutes and watch till the end)

• You must clearly demonstrate that you reviewed and reflected upon ALL of the module and materials in your response.
• Make clear and explicit reference to ALL of the assigned materials (articles, videos, etc.), with minimal but necessary summary--the bulk of your essay should by your own reflection and analysis of the materials according to the prompts.
• Provide proper attribution and citation in a clear and consistent fashion (for quotations as well as paraphrases--clearly identify the source of your info)
• Do not simply copy and paste or block quote--your essay needs to be primarily your own analysis, in your own words, with clear and explicit reference to ALL of the assigned materials from this week.

400 to 500 word

1). How is the invention of race tied to the accumulation of wealth, in the origin of the US (provide specific examples from the readings/videos and provide a clear explanation)?

2). Explain how poverty and wealth are related historically, and how this relation is racialized (provide specific examples from the readings/videos and provide a clear explanation).

3). How do laws and their enforcement impact poverty in the US (provide specific examples from).