Assignments by Spine: (50 points)
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US History: High School Notes, quizzes and proctored tests 12. Reconstruction 13. Westward Expansion, Industrialization & Urbanization |
The Century: America’s Time (begins next month) This month: Watch the videos below on the Reconstruction
Write a brief essay explaining whether Reconstruction was a success or failure. Sample; Remedial Sample Include these terms: 1. Emancipation Proclamation 2. Thirteenth Amendment 3. Freedmen 4. Freedmen's Bureau 5. Reconstruction 6. Radical Republicans 7. Black Codes 8. Civil Rights Act of 1866 9. Fourteenth Amendment 10. Reconstruction Acts 11. Impeachment of Andrew Johnson 12. Carpetbaggers 13. Scalawags 14. Ku Klux Klan 15. Compromise of 1877 |
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The American Pageant
Cornell Notes & Take tests online Chapter 22: The Ordeal of Reconstruction, Chapter 23: Political Paralysis in the Gilded Age, Chapter 24: Industry Comes of Age, Chapter 25: America Moves to the City, |
Digital History
Choose the era (in the left column) and then choose “for teachers” (in the slanted menu across the top). For each chapter complete, in writing, the questions listed in “suggested student exercises." (no answers) Units: Reconstruction Gilded Age |
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
Discuss the comprehension, critical thinking. making connections, relating the past to our lives and essay questions orally. Write answers to the comprehension questions. Topics: Chinese Exclusion Act The Dawes Act 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.
Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman
Queen (Alex Haley) We Shall Remain: Trail of Tears The Men who Built America Empires of Industry: Black Gold Far and Away (PG13) Hester Street |
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 (gathered from across the web)
Has Industrialization produced more benefits or more problems for the nation? LINK Was Reconstruction as Success or failure? LINK How did urban politics affect immigrant life? How does geography influence the development of cultures and economic activity? Should the United States be a "melting pot" or "salad bowl"? What is the American Dream? What is the role of labor unions in the United States? To what extent is Modern America a product of this time period? |
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 |
opposing_viewpoints_worksheet.docx | |
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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 explain 2 successes and 2 failures of Reconstruction.
2. I can list 2 conditions placed on the southern states for readmission to the Union. 3. I can identify specific government actions that encouraged citizens and business to move westward. 4. I can explain how westward expansion increased America’s economic independence. 5. I can list push-pull factors related to New Immigration. 6. I can compare and contrast the role that Captains of Industry and the Robber Barons played in facilitating industrial expansion. 7. I can describe the inter-relationship between immigration and urban growth. |