
Ryan Wellman
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I'm currently a Middle School science teacher in West Virginia. I have a BA in Secondary Education with specializations in Social Studies 5-Adult and Science 5-9. I also have a MA in Educational Leadership Studies. I have 6 years of experience in education and look forward to working with enotes to provide high quality answers.
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Answered a Question in History
From 1941 to 1945, the United States was directly involved with World War II. Because of this, nearly 16 million men and women served in the armed forces. While not all of them experienced combat... -
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From the early 1800s up until the Civil War, the young United States changed dramatically in terms of the economy, politics, and social beliefs. This was known as the antebellum period. The Civil... -
Answered a Question in History
One of the staples of the conservative ideology is small government. President Richard Nixon, a Republican, attempted to practice this movement with his "New Federalism." New federalism was the... -
Answered a Question in The Godfather
The Godfather by Mario Puzo was adapted to a theatrical version by Francis Ford Coppola in 1972. The film closely follows the book in terms of story line, characters, and timeline. The story takes... -
Answered a Question in History
After the Civil War was over, the United States was left with picking up the pieces of a mangled union. This time period was called Reconstruction. The problem with Congressional Reconstruction was... -
Answered a Question in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is narrated in third-person limited point of view. Third-person narration is simply when the narrator uses "he/she/it/they" when telling the story. This is... -
Answered a Question in History
The Interstate Commerce Commission was a regulatory agency established by the United States in 1887. Its purpose was to monitor and regulate monopolistic behaviors by the growing transportation... -
Answered a Question in History
The Sugar Act of 1764 was one of the first taxes imposed on the colonies. Known as the Revenue Acts of 1764, it was intended to help offset the cost of the French and Indian War. British Parliament... -
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The summary of the American Revolution is that it was the period of time in history by which the American colonies fought for and accomplished their freedom from Great Britain. The Revolution is... -
Answered a Question in History
The United States' democratic government was built out of philosophy and liberty. As the country fought against absolute monarchy, it was faced with a decision on the type of government it should... -
Answered a Question in The Grievances of the Colonists
No, the Colonies did not have actual or direct representation in Parliament. It is important to note, however, that many citizens who actually lived in England at the time did not have... -
Answered a Question in Ulysses S. Grant's Presidency
As with most claims such as this, there is truth in there somewhere, but it is perhaps not as extreme as we think. Grant did partake in alcohol and was actually forced to resign as a Captain in... -
Answered a Question in History
The primary benefit of the Cariboo Gold Rush was the development of infrastructure and communities in underdeveloped land in British Columbia. These gold strikes welcomes an influx of people from... -
Answered a Question in Jamestown
There are several key successes and failures that the Jamestown colony experienced. One major success was the colonists’ ability to adapt to the land in the way of growing crops. The original... -
Answered a Question in The Colonial Economy
The Navigation Act of 1660 impacted the colonies negatively by forbidding the shipment of any goods on a non-English ship. Also, it forced the colonies to ship numerous goods, such as sugar, wool,... -
Answered a Question in The Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch Trials occurred in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692. Life in Salem at this time was very peculiar and different for each person involved. First, Salem itself was an odd village compared... -
Answered a Question in European Exploration of America
There were a lot of factors that went into calculating the length of a 15th and 16th century sea voyage. Weather, wind, and the quality of the ship are among the most important. However, let us... -
Answered a Question in Religion in the Thirteen Colonies
The difference between the Pilgrims and the Puritans was how they viewed their relationship with the Church of England. These two were more alike than they were different. The Puritans and Pilgrims... -
Answered a Question in The Middle Colonies
There are several reasons that the middle colonies were successful. The Middle Colonies consisted of New York, Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Overall, this region was essentially the best... -
Answered a Question in The Colonial Economy
Salutary neglect was the British enforcement policy of ignoring certain trade laws. This policy benefited the colonies by allowing a trade system to develop. The root cause of salutary neglect was... -
Answered a Question in Exploration and Discovery
It is important to distinguish between the positive effects and negative consequences of exploration. In a general sense, the positive effects are the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and cultural... -
Answered a Question in The Declaration of Independence
The Age of Reason came about in response to the traditional values of strict control with religion and government. The Declaration of Independence was a byproduct of this movement and was a... -
Answered a Question in Massachusetts Bay Colony
Roger Williams was an extremely important person in colonial America. He was a co-founder of Rhode Island and founder of the city of Providence. Williams was a major proponent of religious freedom... -
Answered a Question in The New England Colonies
The government in the New Hampshire colony changed from a proprietary colony to a royal colony. At first, New Hampshire was a proprietary colony, which meant that one person was given the huge... -
Answered a Question in Colonial Government and Politics
The type of government the Thirteen Colonies practiced varied by colony and depended on how the land was chartered by the King. One type of government was the basic Royal Colony. These colonies... -
Answered a Question in History
The New Deal was one of the largest government interventions in the history of the United States. As the Great Depression sank its teeth into the country, the New Deal originally aimed to restore... -
Answered a Question in The Southern Colonies
The southern colonies consisted of Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. The climate and geography of this region made it perfect for a variety of cash crops, which built... -
Answered a Question in The Middle Colonies
The Middle Colonies were the states of New York, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. The climate of the Middle Colonies shared similar characteristics to both the Southern and New England... -
Answered a Question in Life in the Thirteen Colonies
The thirteen colonies are generally categorized into three regions. These regions are the New England Colonies, the Middle Colonies, and the Southern Colonies. Each region had its own unique... -
Answered a Question in World War II
Japan was primed for an entry in WWII because of the rise of militant fascism, an occupation of China, and a treaty with Nazi Germany. Throughout the first half of the 20th century, Japan was in... -
Answered a Question in History
Though the ideas of the First-, Second-, and Third World are currently outdated, it is useful to consider these entities as post-World War II constructions, especially when considering the... -
Answered a Question in The History of the Middle East
The Islamic Empire spread through the conquest of territories both in Arabia and outside of it. An effective military and an efficient management system allowed for the empire to grow. The primary... -
Answered a Question in History
The Industrial Revolution began in Great Britain in the mid/late 1700s. To summarize, the world essentially transitioned from a rural, agrarian society to a more urban one. Manufacturing and other... -
Answered a Question in History
The consumerism of the 1980's can be directly linked to the economic growth after World War II. As millions of men came home, so did mass employment for the country's economy. This, along with the... -
Answered a Question in The Colonial Economy
The role of the businessperson in colonial America helped shape the young economy of the future country. Upon colonizing America, settlers found land with vast resources that could ultimately be... -
Answered a Question in Harry S. Truman's Presidency
After World War II, millions of men came back home looking for employment. This rise in employment population became a fear for the business community. During WWII, labor unions promised they would... -
Answered a Question in Life in the Thirteen Colonies
Life for women in colonial America was very different than it is today. To summarize, life was very simple and limited for the colonial woman. First, they had very little legal rights at that time.... -
Answered a Question in History
The primary factor in this situation was economic. Rapid industrialization in the North created manufacturing centers throughout New England and the Northern colonies. This, in turn, provided more... -
Answered a Question in World War II
1. European victory was accomplished through the size of the Soviet force, American military might, Germany's flawed strategy of a two-front assault, and allied aerial bombardment. Although... -
Answered a Question in Western Expansion, Manifest Destiny, and the Mexican-American War
Let's break this down into two significant areas because this is such a vast question. Socially and culturally, this westward migration sparked the "frontiersman" attitude and rejuvenated manifest... -
Answered a Question in The War of 1812
The War of 1812 influenced domestic politics both instantly and for decades to come. The primary influence was with the death of the Federalist Party. The Federalists, who sided with Britain in the... -
Answered a Question in Mexican-American War
The primary argument for those opposing the Mexican-American war was that it would extend slavery in the southern colonies. Northern abolitionists vehemently opposed the war because the balance of... -
Answered a Question in Slavery in the Nineteenth Century
The agricultural rise of the South was heavily bolstered by the institution of slavery. Cotton, known in the pre-Civil War South as "King Cotton," was the primary resource grown and slave labor... -
Answered a Question in History
The primary way in which the Constitution controls popular will and ensures order is through the electoral process. The election of representatives at all levels of the government is the center of... -
Answered a Question in History
The primary reason that Columbus was rejected by Portugal was financial. Columbus offered to sail directly west to reach the Indies and Cathay, otherwise known as China. King John II rejected the... -
Answered a Question in History
Alexander Hamilton believed in a strong central government. He was a federalist. The first argument for Hamilton was that he believed the common people of the country did not possess the skills to... -
Answered a Question in History
The primary answer is the employment boom that accompanied the Industrial Revolution. The factories were located in the towns and attracted the rural population with new jobs. In fact, the... -
Answered a Question in History
My definition of a revolution is that it is an upheaval of the norm with an aim to improve the status of the current situation. Revolutions have occurred since the beginning of time and they all... -
Answered a Question in Police
The most important role of a police officer is to enforce the law. This includes the protection of people and property. The police officer is responsible for patrolling his or her jurisdiction and... -
Answered a Question in History
There is a clear difference between a government's power and its authority. Power gives the government the capability to influence the country through policy. The government has the power to make...
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