In approximately one page, write an essay explaining the motivating factors influencing political participation. Be sure to include definitions of idealism, civic responsibility, and self [interest in your essay and provide examples of each.

Example: A person votes for a candidate who supports government-sponsored, free university tuition because this person is about to start college. This voter was influenced by self-interest. (25pts)

1 In 1 paragraph, explain how the United States has influenced other nations. Describe the impact that the U.S. has had on other countries. Make sure to include information about American political, economic, technological, or cultural developments. 

2 In 1 paragraph, explain how the United States has been influenced by other nations. For this question, you will describe how the U.S. has been impacted by other countries. Make sure to include information about political, economic, technological, or cultural developments. 

Briefly explain ONE example of continuing efforts by African Americans to gain civil rights in the early 1960s.

Briefly explain ONE example of federal government actions in support of civil rights for African Americans in the early 1960s.

Briefly explain ONE example of a political or social crisis arising from events in the civil rights movement of African Americans in the early 1960s.

Answer each question with 10 sentences each

Directions: For each question, present the answer in complete sentences with supporting information from the Lesson. Do not copy and paste from the Lessons or Internet resources, but answer in your own words to demonstrate an understanding of the material.

1. How did the civil rights movement begin?

1. What events led Congress to pass the Civil Rights and Voting Rights acts?

1. How did the civil rights movement change? Why could the results of the movement be called mixed?

1. Explain the difference between de facto segregation and de jure segregation. Provide an example of each that is not given in the text.

1. Consider what you know about segregation, then think about what conditions exist for minorities today. How have conditions changed? How have conditions stayed the same? Provide examples to justify your statements.