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Colonization Discussion

Colonization Discussion

Q Consider the accounts offered by Occupy America, then watch the TedTalk below 'The American Frontier'. Then reconsider the previous TedTalk 'Danger of a Single Story'. And answer the following questions: Why is it important to examine history from various perspectives? What may account or explain the persistance of the 'single story' of the romanticized American Southwest? And how may these 'accounts' or 'master frames' further explain the 'Legacy of Hate' the author highlights, often expressed toward Indian and Mexican? How are evidences of these still present in Southwest still today? Explain your answer and offer evidence for your claims.

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History is a genre which takes anyone to the roots. History let one know about culture and existing social practices. It is necessary to look at history from various perspectives because different people will be defining the events of history in a different manner. It is necessary to consider all perspectives because it could hint about more mutual relationship and also would talk about the stories of peaceful co-existence.