Short+Essay

Please prepare for the following essay question. You should be familiar with all of the following events, decisions or actions. You will only be given 3 of the events, decisions or actions to write about on the exam.

Write a three-paragraph short essay that answers the question below. Be sure to answer the question completely, cite examples and include content information.
 * Directions:**

As the expression goes, hindsight is 20/20. When one reflects on a situation, or looks back, it is easier and clearer to see what one should have said or done.
 * Essay Question:**

How could our nation’s history of race relations have been more positive had certain events, decisions or actions been different?

Please answer the question by analyzing the following events, decisions and actions:

• Indian Removal Act and Jackson’s refusal to uphold Worcester v. Georgia • Dred Scott decision • Rescinding the promise of Forty-Acres and a Mule • The Compromise of 1877 • Lack of enforcement of the 14th and 15th Amendments for Freedmen in the South

//Hint: Each paragraph should:// • Explain the historical background and the details of that specific event, decision or action • Describe the significance (results) of each event, decision or action. Explain how it negatively contributed to our history of race and gender relations.