. How did Theodore Roosevelt characterize the journalists who investigated corruption during the reform era?

How did the Ku Klux Klan expand its reach in the 1920s?

Please respond to one of the following question options below. Be sure to reference the Essay Response Rubric below which shows how the essay response will be scored. Ideally, you should aim for a score of “Excellent” for each row of the criteria. The response should be a minimum of 300 words long.  What were some of the most significant social impacts of Industrialism?What were some of the most significant consequences of nativism? Essay Response Rubric (30 Points)Criteria Excellent (6 pts) Good (4 pts) Fair (3 pts) Needs Improvement  (0 pts) Thesis Statement Clear, well thought-out, and directly answers the question.   Answers the question but could be more specific or developed. Addresses the question but needs more clarity or focus. Missing, unclear, or doesn’t really answer the question. On-topic Response and supportive details all directly respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details somewhat respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details vaguely respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details do not respond to the prompt.  Evidence & Examples Strong, relevant evidence with at least 4 clear relevant examples that directly support the thesis. Good evidence with at least 3 clear relevant examples that support the thesis. Limited or somewhat relevant examples, may be missing required examples; partially supports the thesis. Few or no examples, or examples don’t back up the thesis. Analysis In-depth, thoughtful analysis that explains why the evidence is important. Good analysis but could be more thorough  or insightful. Basic analysis with minimal explanation of the evidence. Little or no analysis: mostly summary or off-topic. Organization & Clarity 100% of Word count requirement met.    Well-organized, logical flow of ideas, and easy to follow. At least 75% of word count requirement met.  Generally organized but could have clearer transitions or flow. At least 50% of word count requirement met.    Somewhat organized, but ideas can be disjointed or hard to follow. Less than 50% of word count requirement met.    Poor organization: hard to follow or structure is unclear. Total Points: /30   

Please respond to one of the following question options below. Be sure to reference the Essay Response Rubric below which shows how the essay response will be scored. Ideally, you should aim for a score of “Excellent” for each row of the criteria. The response should be a minimum of 300 words long.  Why was the development of the Transcontinental Railroad so significant? What were some of the most significant changes that resulted from the development of more extensive railroads?  What were some of the most significant consequences of nativism? Essay Response Rubric (30 Points)Criteria Excellent (6 pts) Good (4 pts) Fair (3 pts) Needs Improvement  (0 pts) Thesis Statement Clear, well thought-out, and directly answers the question.   Answers the question but could be more specific or developed. Addresses the question but needs more clarity or focus. Missing, unclear, or doesn’t really answer the question. On-topic Response and supportive details all directly respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details somewhat respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details vaguely respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details do not respond to the prompt.  Evidence & Examples Strong, relevant evidence with at least 4 clear relevant examples that directly support the thesis. Good evidence with at least 3 clear relevant examples that support the thesis. Limited or somewhat relevant examples, may be missing required examples; partially supports the thesis. Few or no examples, or examples don’t back up the thesis. Analysis In-depth, thoughtful analysis that explains why the evidence is important. Good analysis but could be more thorough  or insightful. Basic analysis with minimal explanation of the evidence. Little or no analysis: mostly summary or off-topic. Organization & Clarity 100% of Word count requirement met.    Well-organized, logical flow of ideas, and easy to follow. At least 75% of word count requirement met.  Generally organized but could have clearer transitions or flow. At least 50% of word count requirement met.    Somewhat organized, but ideas can be disjointed or hard to follow. Less than 50% of word count requirement met.    Poor organization: hard to follow or structure is unclear. Total Points: /30    

Please respond to one of the following question options below. Be sure to reference the Essay Response Rubric below which shows how the essay response will be scored. Ideally, you should aim for a score of “Excellent” for each row of the criteria. The response should be a minimum of 300 words long. Why was the development of the Transcontinental Railroad so significant? What were some of the most significant changes that resulted from the development of more extensive railroads?  Describe the goals and key actions of the Populist Party.  Essay Response Rubric (30 Points)Criteria Excellent (6 pts) Good (4 pts) Fair (3 pts) Needs Improvement  (0 pts) Thesis Statement Clear, well thought-out, and directly answers the question.   Answers the question but could be more specific or developed. Addresses the question but needs more clarity or focus. Missing, unclear, or doesn’t really answer the question. On-topic Response and supportive details all directly respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details somewhat respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details vaguely respond to the prompt.  Response and supportive details do not respond to the prompt.  Evidence & Examples Strong, relevant evidence with at least 4 clear relevant examples that directly support the thesis. Good evidence with at least 3 clear relevant examples that support the thesis. Limited or somewhat relevant examples, may be missing required examples; partially supports the thesis. Few or no examples, or examples don’t back up the thesis. Analysis In-depth, thoughtful analysis that explains why the evidence is important. Good analysis but could be more thorough  or insightful. Basic analysis with minimal explanation of the evidence. Little or no analysis: mostly summary or off-topic. Organization & Clarity 100% of Word count requirement met.    Well-organized, logical flow of ideas, and easy to follow. At least 75% of word count requirement met.  Generally organized but could have clearer transitions or flow. At least 50% of word count requirement met.    Somewhat organized, but ideas can be disjointed or hard to follow. Less than 50% of word count requirement met.    Poor organization: hard to follow or structure is unclear. Total Points: /30    

What are the two factors that influence surface currents ? 

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Alex and Colin are the only two partners in Magnolia, a partnership. Each partner has a 50 percent profits interest in the business. This year, Magnolia reports net income of $600,000 and distributes $200,000 to each partner ($400,000 total). What amount of income must Alex report on his individual tax return related to the partnership?

Hermine owns all the stock of Cypress Corp., a C corporation. This year, Cypress reports earnings of $500,000 and pays a $300,000 dividend to Hermine. Which of the following statements is true?

During a well-woman check on a 42-year-old, the clinician is performing a pelvic exam. The clinician notes that the female has a very wide vaginal opening. Which of the following speculums is the most appropriate choice for this patient?