Classwork                                  September 23, 2003

Global History 3

Written assignment:
1) What was the 19th century political philosophy of conservatism like?
2) What was the 19th century political philosophy of liberalism like?
3) What are the differences between 19th century conservatism and liberalism?
4) Which political philosophy do you have a greater affinity for -
modern conservatism (exponents: Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush)
 or modern liberalism (exponents: Al Gore, Bill Clinton)? Why?

Global History 1

Written assignment:
1) Which social science that we have investigated most interests you? Why?
2) How was the "agricultural revolution" about 10,000 years ago, so transformative
to human culture? Explain.
3) What theory do you support as the explanation for why our ancestors stood up
and began bi-pedal locomotion? Explain.