American Colonist and Boston Tea Party
Associate Level Material
Appendix A
Midterm Exam * Access the Week Four Electronic Reserve Readings located under the materials section of the student website. * Read this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings. * Write a paragraph of approximately 100 words for each of the following questions. 1. Using the critical thinking skills you have gained and the materials provided for this assignment, identify two possible strategies that Thomas Hutchinson or Samuel Adams, or both, likely used to develop and improve his thinking prior to taking a stand and acting according to his beliefs.
They both had a critical attitude when it came to solving problems. When having this type of attitude it helps with your critical thinking skills. When solving a problem you have to evaluate and be observant. Samuel Adams he was a very analytical personality he evaluates both sides of a problem and then he works on coming up with a solution. Thomas Hutchinson could have used critical thinking skills by obeying the law. They both used and practice critical thinking in their own way and they solve issues differently. When improving you thinking it really depends on the person and the habits and attitudes of others. 2. Explain the importance of building a foundation for critical and creative thinking when evaluating historical events such as the Boston Tea Party. Building a foundation is very important this is important on a daily basis personally and professionally. Creative and critical thinking when evaluating the events of the Boston Tea Party you need to gather all the information and evaluate the issues so you can understand how and why the Boston tea party took place. When building a foundation you have to explain, analyze, and evaluate the issue before you can reach a solution for the problem. Remember you have to cross examine all sides of an issue before you can come to a solid solution. Nothing is solved with hasty decisions with
Appendix A
Midterm Exam * Access the Week Four Electronic Reserve Readings located under the materials section of the student website. * Read this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings. * Write a paragraph of approximately 100 words for each of the following questions. 1. Using the critical thinking skills you have gained and the materials provided for this assignment, identify two possible strategies that Thomas Hutchinson or Samuel Adams, or both, likely used to develop and improve his thinking prior to taking a stand and acting according to his beliefs.
They both had a critical attitude when it came to solving problems. When having this type of attitude it helps with your critical thinking skills. When solving a problem you have to evaluate and be observant. Samuel Adams he was a very analytical personality he evaluates both sides of a problem and then he works on coming up with a solution. Thomas Hutchinson could have used critical thinking skills by obeying the law. They both used and practice critical thinking in their own way and they solve issues differently. When improving you thinking it really depends on the person and the habits and attitudes of others. 2. Explain the importance of building a foundation for critical and creative thinking when evaluating historical events such as the Boston Tea Party. Building a foundation is very important this is important on a daily basis personally and professionally. Creative and critical thinking when evaluating the events of the Boston Tea Party you need to gather all the information and evaluate the issues so you can understand how and why the Boston tea party took place. When building a foundation you have to explain, analyze, and evaluate the issue before you can reach a solution for the problem. Remember you have to cross examine all sides of an issue before you can come to a solid solution. Nothing is solved with hasty decisions with