latin american history

Question

Construct your argument and then write TWO thoughtful, clear and concise essays to TWO of the questions below. You might want to briefly outline and organize your argument before drafting the essay. In supporting your argument, use specific evidence drawn from class content. Do not use information from searching the internet. It will not count. Once you start the exam you will have three hours to complete it. 

ONLY ANSWER TWO QUESTIONS. YOU MAY SKIP ONE QUESTION ON THE EXAM. DOING AN EXTRA QUESTION WILL NOT COUNT TOWARD EXTRA CREDIT.

QUESTION 1

How did the Mexican Revolution fundamentally alter the political landscape of Mexico? Second, in what ways did the Mexican Revolution transform between 1910-1920 from a primarily political conflict into a revolution that sought to address economic and social problems in Mexico.

In answering this question, you must build upon the work you have done in this class, specifically you must reference the Creelman Interview with Porfirio Diaz from your textbook and the earlier assignment. You may reference material from the textbook, lecture, and the documentary. YOU MAY NOT reference material from google searches, quizlet, or Wikipedia. Any information gotten in this way will not count toward your grade.

QUESTION 2

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2. How did Cuban revolutionary Marxism represent an alternative to U.S. economic imperialism in Latin America? In addition, how did Latin Americans and the United States react to the revolution in Cuba?
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4. In answering this question, you must build upon the work you have done in this class and answer the following questions:
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6. Consider the Utopian vision outlined by Che Guevara in his revolutionary promotion of the “NEW MAN” discussed in the textbook. How did these ideas contrast with capitalistic ideas about man’s role in society? How did the Cuban Revolution continue a tradition of nationalism and anti-imperialism already established in Latin America in the twentieth century? How did the U.S. and Latin America react to the socialist elements of the Cuban Revolution? YOU MAY NOT reference material from google searches, quizlet, or Wikipedia. Any information gotten in this way will not count toward your grade.

QUESTION 3

1. After 1898, the United States became increasingly involved in Latin American politics, societies, and economics. Can you discuss the contradictory role of the United States in Latin American countries and affairs during the twentieth century?
2. In answering this question, you must refer to the documentaries The Silent War and Banana Land to arrive at a complex and academic understanding of American imperialism in Latin America. You may also refer to chapter six in your textbook. YOU MAY NOT reference material from google searches, quizlet, or Wikipedia. Any information gotten in this way will not count toward your grade.

Answer 1

You will need to be more clear about your question. For instance, are you stuck on how to start? Are there words you don't understand? Do you not understand the assignment?