CHAPTER 20, 21 AND 22 ASSIGNMENTS:

1. Discuss the reasons the United States government announced a policy of neutrality at the outbreak of war in Europe in 1914, as well as the difficulties the United States had in maintaining such a policy prior to its entry into the war in 1917.
2. Discuss the factors that motivated American foreign policy in Latin America during the Wilson Administration and evaluate the success of that policy in dealing with Mexico.
3. After WW I, fear of communism generally permeated attitudes among American People. Explain the reasons for the development of this fear and discuss the events that reflect this fear in American society during the 1920's.
4. Discuss the major technological and business innovations that promoted economic prosperity in the United States during the 1920's.
5. Imagine yourself a member of the Bonus Army that marched on Washington in May 1932. Explain why you participated in the march and describe your reaction to the events that occurred during the march.
6. Discuss FDR's general approach to dealing with the problems of the Great Depression and give appropriate examples from his programs implemented in the first 100 days to illustrate your analysis.