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Blog Response #3 - Guns, Germs, & Steel Excerpts 7-9

Blog Response Part A Part A: Which excerpt did you most enjoy? Excerpts 7-9 deliver a wide variety of information, starting with the development of writing which led to other forms of technology, and then wrapping everything up with an examination of Africa and how Diamond’s “Geography Theory” impacted that continent. Choose the excerpt that is most interesting to you. What do you particularly appreciate learning about? Why does this interest you? Include at least one piece of evidenc e from the text to support your thoughts . Blog Response Part B Part B: Identifying Emerging Topics Review your list of Emerging Topics for Excerpts 7-9. Which one are you most interested in pursuing at this time? If this topic is related to what you already wrote about in Part A, be sure to explain that connection. 1. Identify the topic and which excerpt it came from (this should include a quote). 2. Explain why this topic is "speaking to you." REPLIES - DAY 2: Read...

Blog Response #2 - Guns, Germs, & Steel Excerpts 4-6

Blog Response Part A Part A: What has impacted the development of civilizations? In excerpts 4-6, Diamond explains how geography, agriculture, animals, and germs impacted and sometimes even determined the success of early civilizations. Based on Diamond’s research, which theory do you think had the greatest impact? Why? You must have at least one piece of evidenc e from the text to support your opinion. Blog Response Part B Part B: Identifying Emerging Topics Review your list of Emerging Topics for Excerpts 4-6. Which one are you most interested in pursuing at this time? 1. Identify the topic and which excerpt it came from (this should include a quote). 2. Explain why this topic is "speaking to you." REPLIES - DAY 2: Read through the posted blog comments. Reply to TWO: one you agree with and one that you disagree with and/or can followup with a clarifying question . Clearly explain why you agree or disagree with the author of the blog comment AND/...