Write an essay of no more than 1200 words (typed, double-spaced, twelve-point font) on one of the following topics. (The word limit should be taken seriously: a clear, coherent, complete paper shorter than 1200 words is perfectly acceptable: any words beyond the limit may not be read.)Q: Explain how Thomson might respond to Marquis’s argument about the immorality of abortion, and explain which argument you find more convincing and why?

Signature Assignment: A Study of Educational Accountability and School ImprovementAssignment Content Over the last 2 decades, federal policies have been put in place to develop greater school accountability. Some might say these are working, and some might say they’re not. The intent behind increasing accountability was to lead to ongoing school improvement, thus increasing student learning and performance. For this assignment, you will analyze the public policy initiatives meant to boost accountability thereby promoting school improvement. Research and select 2 or 3 public policy initiatives designed to increase educational accountability in K–12 schools. Write an 875- to 1,050-word paper in APA FORMAT in which you assess the relationship between the educational accountability measures directed by public policy initiatives and continuous school improvement. Complete the following in your paper: Examine the purpose of each initiative, including its impact on educational accountability. Explain the impact of the initiatives on the following stakeholders: School staff Students and families Analyze the challenges and successes associated with the initiatives. Evaluate the influence of the initiative(s) on continuous school improvement. Justify changes you recommend to the public policy initiatives. Cite references to support your assignment.

Task 9Final ProjectWork on your final project.Complete final draft of ProjectThe United States is a land of immigrants and cultures. Various cultures have made up the nation that we see today. Please complete your final project in which you write a short (3-4 page double spaced) background of the immigration of the following groups to the US: Irish and Germans in the 1800s, Jewish and Italian immigrants in the late 1800s/early 1900s, Chinese in the 1800s, and Vietnamese in the 1960s and 1970s. Write a brief background of each group, why they came to the US (what were the factors pushing or pulling them here?), and their impact on the US. Then, come up with a clear main argument/thesis about immigration to the US. Use the format described in this video:Play Video Write about 2-3 pages arguing your thesis about immigration and its role in the US. Here are some questions you can consider: How does immigration impact the US today? What groups are coming to the US and why? What is the reaction of people already here? What attempts are made to stop immigration? How does immigration impact the US economy? You should have a total of about 5-7 pages as well as a bibliography. In addition, you need to create a Powerpoint of about 6-10 slides illustrating the history of immigration to the US.