history DB

In order to get full credit on your original post, you need to clearly connect your responses to historical evidence from the book, powerpoint slides, or further research. Indicate the page number where you found the information to help me and your classmates follow up to gain insight.

Topic Option 1: The Birth of an Industry. 1. What challenges did early automakers face when convincing the public to purchase their product?  2. Why was Michigan uniquely positioned to develop the automobile industry (think about human, financial, and natural resources)?  3. What were the strengths and weaknesses of the Big 3 (Ford, GM, Chrysler) as they were organized?

Topic Option 2: Political Realignment in an Era of Rapid Change. 1. What is one thing that surprised you in Chapter 14? 2. Describe how "Progressivism" framed the problems and provided solutions to issues related to immigration, industrialization, and urbanization? 3. Based on you reading of this chapter, How did the terms "progressive" and "conservative" apply to the Republican and Democrat political parties?