Read this press release about Harry Truman’s decision to drop the atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Once you have read the press release, review this essay about why the United States dropped the atomic bomb. Now, write a short essay of 2-3 paragraphs expressing your opinion on whether the decision to drop the bomb was justified. Be sure to include evidence from the readings and the lesson to support your position.

The california gold rush: actually had only a small impact on california’s population because its rich farmlands already attracted thousands of new settlers each year. attracted almost equal numbers of men and women. resulted in laws that discriminated against “foreign miners.” made considerable wealth for average miners because gold mining demanded no real investment of capital. hurt the development of san francisco because gold discoveries shifted interest to areas outside of town.

The venn diagram below shows some services provided by state and local governments. the answer choices are (1) - creating a police force, (2) - regulating taxicabs, (3) - regulating savings banks, (4) - issuing driver licenses.

The pullman strike resulted in eugene debs receiving a pardon for his involvement. the company losing very little money. the company rehiring workers that withdrew from the union. other companies handling strikes themselves instead of going to court.