Problem 1: Some historians have argued that the treatment of Native Americans can be considered genocide. Is this a valid argument? Why or why not? If the last digit of your student ID is odd, answer this prompt before responding to the other students.
Problem 2: You have been given the responsibility of drafting a plan for Reconstruction. Would you be lenient or harsh on the South? How would you readmit the states of the former Confederacy? Would civil rights for African-Americans or reconciliation with former slaveowners be your top priority? Would former slaveowners be compensated for the loss of their "property"? How would you enforce your policy? Would you follow any of the plans put forth by Lincoln, Johnson, or Congress? Why or why not? If the last digit of your student ID is even, answer this prompt before responding to the other students.