Assignments by Spine: (50 points)
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The American Pageant
Cornell Notes & Take tests online Chapter 32: American Life in the "Roaring Twenties," 1919-1929 Chapter 33: The Politics of Boom and Bust, 1920-1932 |
Digital History
Complete Cornell Notes OR thoroughly answer the "I Can" statements below. Units: WWI (See links on November page) 1920’s |
Literature and Historical Analysis (30 points)
Read the book and complete the historical analysis paper, linked above.
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Great Documents in US History (30 points)Great Documents in US History link
Discuss the comprehension, critical thinking. making connections, relating the past to our lives and essay questions orally. Write answers to the comprehension questions. Topics: (Choose 2) The Soul of Black Folk The Jungle Women's Right to Vote Films and Historical Analysis
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historical-fiction-film-project.doc | |
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View the film and complete the historical analysis paper, linked above.
Matewan
J. Edgar (R for language) The Untouchables (TV Series) Amelia Tulsa |
Places in the Heart
Inherit the Wind Leatherheads Spirit of St. Louis |
The films and books below have been selected based on written reviews and recommendations and represent a variety of reading levels and rigor. This list provides no guarantee that any given title is appropriate a given student, school or setting. Parents and teachers are responsible for evaluating and approving the selection of any book or film for each particular student.
Opposing Viewpoints (10 points for each 1 hour discussion)
Possible Essential Questions
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If you need extra information, check these links:
Shmoop: US History Spark Notes US History History Scribe Digital History Pearson Study Site American History Mysteries |
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Projects (25 points)
Create a project that demonstrates your mastery of at least 3 of the "I CAN" statements.
25 Projects Synthesize your Learning
The ideas linked in the document below have been gathered from all over the web and from a variety of teachers. Thanks to all!
If you need extra information, check these links:
Shmoop: US History Spark Notes US History History Scribe Digital History Pearson Study Site American History Mysteries |
I CAN Statements1. I can identify cases of increased discrimination against African Americans and immigrants in the 1920s
2. I can explain why the 1920s was dubbed the "Roaring Twenties" 3. I can describe the impact of Prohibition on American society; crime, social clubs and status, and corruption 4. I can recognize how purchasing methods and buying power changed Americans in the 1920s 5. I can explain the connection between government's lassaize faire economic policy, risky stock market speculation, banking practices, and the stock market crash |