LISTEN:
NPR Interview with author Charles C. Mann & Fresh Air\’s Terry Gross (37 minutes).
https://www.npr.org/2011/08/08/138924127/in-1493-columbus-shaped-a-world-to-be
READ:
https://ssec.si.edu/stemvisions-blog/sweet-potatoes-dna-new-evidence-supports-links-between-south-american-and
Assignment Details:
After you have listened to the NPR interview and read the Smithsonian article, do some research on your own to investigate how crops have travelled from one place to another. In particular, I\’d like you to find stories/evidence of crops shared by indigenous people. Be creative! Tell me the story of your chosen crop and its distribution.
Choose a crop and do some research about where the crop originated, what plant family it belongs to, its botanical vs culinary classification, and cover the main features of cultivation (diseases, pests, disorders, pollination, where and how it is most commonly grown). It does not to be a food crop – it can be an ornamental crop etc.
Details:
Do some research online to find a crop that interests you. Ideas – Solanaecous crops (potato, tomato, tobacco, etc), Cannabaceae (hemp, hops), Brassicaceae or Cruciferae (broccoli, brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, etc). If you don\’t know where to start, here is an extensive( https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/scbgp/specialty-crop ) (Links to an external site.)to get you going.
Write <500-word summary including:
Scientific name (genus, species, and authority) e.g. Tomato Solanum lycopersicum L. (formerly Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) use a taxonomic database such as (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/taxonomy)
Origin - where did the species originate and how was it distributed?
Plant family
Botanical classification and culinary classification when appropriate
Common diseases, pest, and disorders
Pollination and seed dispersal
How and where it is commercially grown
10 Points
Rubric:
(1) Why you choose the crop for this assignment? Please choose a crop that ties back to indigenous people. [2 points]
(2) Full scientific name including authority [1 point]
(3) Origin & distribution [2 points]
(4) What plant family it belongs to [1 point]
(5) Botanical classification and culinary classification where appropriate [1 point]
(6) Common diseases, pest, and disorders [1 point]
(7) Pollination and seed dispersal [1 point]
(8) Commercial cultivation [1 points]
You could get 2 points extra credit points for exploring how this plant benefits society today. This could include, the health-beneficial compounds associated with the crop and medicinal uses or ethnobotanical contributions, and cultural significance.
LISTEN: NPR Interview with author Charles C. Mann & Fresh Air\’s Terry Gross (37
Why us
Why Use Our AI Assignment Helper?
Saves Hours of Brainstorming
No more staring at a blank page. Our AI gives you a strong starting point — so you can focus on refining, not figuring out what to say.
Boosts Writing Clarity and Structure
Messy thoughts? Confusing prompts? Our tool delivers clear, logically structured content that flows — just like a polished draft should.
Ideal for Complex or Technical Prompts
Struggling with statistics, nursing case studies, or legal briefs? Our AI understands nuance and handles specific academic formats with ease.
Ideal for Complex or Technical Prompts
Struggling with statistics, nursing case studies, or legal briefs? Our AI understands nuance and handles specific academic formats with ease.
Helps You Meet Tight Deadlines
Whether it’s due in two hours or overnight, you’ll get instant, reliable help when you need it most — no panic necessary.
Supports Research-Based Work
Every answer includes reference links, source ideas, or research cues — so you're not just done, you're also better informed.
Do I need it?
Who It’s For
Our Ai modal has been specifically trained for academic purpose across all levels of education
College Students
University Undergraduates
Master’s Students
PhD Candidates
Working Professionals in Continuing Education
"Gain Academic Advantages From IntelliAssign`s Top Features"
Don't waste endless hours struggling with homework problems. Question AI assists students with all kinds of academic tasks with 98% accuracy rates. Get detailed answers to challenging homework and exam questions with our powerful AI homework technology.
How it all works
This is how to unlock comprehensive answers and master your studies with our homework AI, in a fast, accurate, and educational fashion.
1
Step 1
Enter your question, upload instructions, or paste your prompt
2
Step 2
Choose output type: Draft, Detailed Solution, or Step-by-Step Guide
3
Step 3
Our AI generates your content with research links and references
Features of Our AI Assignment Helper
No Signups. No Barriers.
Jump straight in — no accounts, no logins. Just paste your assignment and
get instant help. It’s that simple.
Instant Results, 24/7
Whether it’s midnight before a deadline or mid-morning study break, our AI
delivers fast, accurate solutions in seconds — anytime, anywhere.
References Included
Every answer comes with real research links, sources, or citations to guide
your learning or help support your submission.
Trained for Assignments
Unlike generic AI tools, our model is fine-tuned for real academic
assignments. Essays, case studies, care plans, reflections — it gets it.
Built for All Levels
From first-year college students to PhD candidates, our AI adjusts to your
academic level and writing expectations.
Multiple Output Styles
Need a draft? A detailed answer? A step-by-step guide? We’ve got modes
for how you like to work.
Real Stories, Real Results
5/5
4/5
5/5
4/5
4/5
FAQs
Do I need to sign up to use the tool?
Nope! You can use the tool instantly — no accounts, no logins, and no personal data required.
Is it really free?
Yes! You can generate assignment help for free. We believe academic support should be
accessible to everyone.
What types of assignments can it handle?
Our AI supports a wide range of academic tasks — including essays, research papers,
reflections, case studies, reports, presentations, and more — for college, university, master’s,
and even PhD levels.
How accurate are the answers?
The AI is trained specifically for academic assignments. It delivers high-quality, structured
responses and even includes references and research links where possible to back up its
solutions.
Can I get step-by-step explanations?
Absolutely! Choose the Step-by-Step Mode to get a breakdown of how to approach or solve
the question — great for learning and understanding the topic better.
Is it plagiarism-free?
Yes — the content is generated uniquely each time. However, we always recommend
reviewing, editing, and citing properly to match your academic standards.
Can I use it for any subject?
Yes! Whether its Nursing, Business, Computer Science, Literature, or Law — the tool is built to
adapt to different academic disciplines and writing styles.