Academic Essays

Essay: Pick one (1) of the two essays below: 1. In the late 20th century, immigrants from Asia comprised as much as half of all immigration to the United States, and they in turn have been often referred to as a "model minority." Compare and contrast the immigration of various Asian groups in the years since World War II. How does their experience fit into Ravenstein's laws? To what degree do they fit the stereotype of a model minority? 2. In the late 20th century, immigrants from Latin America and the old Marxist nations of Europe comprised an immense perentage of all immigration to the United States. Compare and contrast the immigration of various these groups in the years since World War II. How does their experience fit into Ravenstein's laws? Define the following: 1. Little Havana 2. War Brides 3. Boat People 4. Brighton Beach: Odessa on the Atlantic 5. Hmong