Required ResourcesRead/review the following resources for this activity:Textbook: Chapter 9, 10 (section 10.4), 11 (section 11.5), 131 primary source that corresponds with your selected topic (noted in the topic instructions) Minimum of 2 scholarly sources (in addition to the textbook) Optional Resources to Explore Feel free to review the library guide for scholarly sources and videos at the following link: Link (website): History Library Guide (Links to an external site.) Instructions Pick one (1) of the following topics. Then, address the corresponding questions/prompts for your selected topic. Use at least one (1) documented example of the corresponding primary source in your writing.Option 1: The American System, Transportation, and CommunicationRead the following primary source: Link (website): Of Debates in Congress (Clay's Debate of the American System in 1832) (Links to an external site.) (Click on "Next Image" to see all pages of the debate: pp.258-262.) Then, address the following: Describe the idea of Henry Clay's "American System." Based on Clay's economic vision of America, analyze how the American System would build the American market and economy? Analyze the role of mechanization and communication in the American System. Option 2: The Indian Removal Act of 1830Read the following primary source: Link (website): Transcript of President Andrew Jackson's Message to Congress 'On Indian Removal' (1830) (Links to an external site.) Then, address the following: Evaluate the rationale that President Jackson used in the removal of the Native Americans from east of the Mississippi River. Did the removal have the intended impact? Identify the responsibilities given to the President under the Indian Removal Act of 1830. Compare Jackson's actions toward Native Americans in the context of his First Inaugural Address with the path of events during the Trail of Tears. Determine if the removal of the Native Americans from east of the Mississippi River violate the principles found in the Declaration of Independence? Option 3: The Abolitionist MovementRead the following primary source: Link (website): Declaration of Sentiments of American Anti-Slavery Society (1833) (Links to an external site.) (Click on arrows to view all images of the document. Click on plus and minus signs to enlarge or reduce size of images.) Then, address the following: Assess if abolitionists were responsible reformers or irresponsible agitators? Explain how abolitionists upheld the Declaration of Independence as the foundation of antislavery and abolitionist thought. Assess the effect of the Gag Rule on the Abolitionist Movement. Analyze how the women's rights movement would gain momentum from the antislavery movement. Writing Requirements (APA format) Length: 2-3 pages (not including title page or references page) 1-inch margins Double spaced 12-point Times New Roman font Title page References page In-text citations that correspond with your end references

1. Is a belief in aliens a religious phenomenon? Why or why not? How is it similar to or different from more traditional religious beliefs? If your answer depends on what the specific beliefs are about aliens, please explain.The questions below should be answered in a three paragraph essay.1. How would you personally define the term religion? Why? Would you include phenomena like magic, witchcraft, and aliens in your definition? Why or why not? (Be specific and detailed in your explanations and address the ways to define religion that were discussed in Chapter 1.)2. There are many ways in which religious systems reflect the societies in which they are found. Why is this the case? Discuss this in reference to at least two specific examples (e.g., gods, witchcraft, sorcery, rituals, worldview) and include illustrative cultural examples of each.

Discussion #1At the time of the Europeans' arrival to the Americas, several large and powerful states had emerged, such as the Aztecs and Incas. Hundreds of separate Indian cultures existed speaking about 375 languages. According to some estimates, the total population of America north of the Rio Grande may have been as high as 18 million, while the numbers provided for the Aztec Empire puts them at 10 to 20 million people. These numbers do not take into account the peoples who inhabited the islands of the Caribbean, or those who lived in South America. While a total count is not available, there is no doubt that as a result of contact with Europeans the indigenous populations in the Americas were seriously depleted.In order to prepare for this discussion forum:oYou must first read the essay available at this link: The American Population Before ColumbusoReview and identify the relevant sections of Chapter 1 that support your discussion.After you have completed your reading, post your answers to only ONE of the following questions. 1. 1.Historians have been unable to reach a consensus as to the actual size of the Native American population in the Americas before the arrival of the Europeans. Discuss why they disagree.2.In your opinion, is knowing how many Native peoples resided in the Americas important, or should historians be addressing other issues? Explain your position. In order to earn the full credit points for this assignment, students must discuss at least one question, and respond to a fellow student's postings:Directly and completely to the question that you selected. Clearly and accurately explain your answer based on factual information contained in the readings. Make sure that all statements are supported with facts from the readings (80 points).Students must respond to at least one fellow student's posting and discuss the reason(s) for their agreement or disagreement, with the arguments that are presented. You must address specific points, and support your response with facts from the readings and other sources. (20 points).Students can choose to respond to any posting, they do have to respond to a posting that discusses the question they addressed.Reminder: Please make sure to comply with all Netiquette Guidelines listed in the Getting Started module.