Problem 1: Pick a statue/monument of a historical figure in American history who might be considered controversial today. Explain who the statue/monument is named for, why were they considered historical, who (what entity) erected the statue, and when was the statue erected.
Problem 2: Explain why some people might consider this statue/monument controversial today? This is not your point of view. Simply state the objections some people have expressed)
Problem 3: Is it socially responsible (or acceptable) to remove unfavorable or offensive statues/monuments? Why/Why not? Explain your reasoning. This question is asking for your point of view. There is no wrong/right point of view. This assignment is about written communication, critical thinking, and social responsibility. Critical thinking is the intellectually disciplined process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and/or evaluating information gathered from, or generated by, observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to belief and action. I will be grading your historical accuracy, ability to think critically, and communicate in writing. There is no wrong opinion on this question.