ush_sem_1-2_final_study_guide.docx |
From 1775-2014, the United States of America has had a rich and varied history, wrought with the fight to preserve freedom, among its borders and worldwide, and promote liberty and justice for all. America's struggles and ability to overcome insurmountable obstacles make it the world power that it is today.
Each decade is unique in the celebrations and griefs it brings. This is your opportunity to examine one decade in American History and the impact the events and the people had on the country and the world. Use interactive timelines to help you select a decade! Notecard with 3 possible topics are due Tuesday, but first come, first serve with topics!
http://missdiazclass.weebly.com/us-history-8th/civil-rights-movement
Do this assignment for Monday. Use the websites below to create a poster and mini presentation about the 1920s:
-music -world events -movies -fashion -the suburbs -changing roles for women -sports -the workplace -speakeasies/bootlegging -gangsters -art -Harlem Renaissance -writers __> describe -->how did it have an impact Check out these resources to help you: http://missdiazclass.weebly.com/us-history-8th/jazz-age http://www.1920s-fashion-and-music.com/ http://www.filmsite.org/20sintro.html http://www.shmoop.com/1920s/culture.html Debaters: Create a 1 minute (or less) argument that is convincing and persuasive to present to the U.S. Senate. (1-2 paragraphs typically). You need to explain: 1) who your person is, 2) what your person believes, 3) why they believe the way you do (include statistics, facts, or direct quote to make your argument stronger) Senate Members: Write 1-2 paragraphs about the historical context of the building of the Panama Canal (what is happening in the U.S and the world between 1890-1914) Include three reasons Pro-Imperialism and 3 reasons anti-imperialism Debate on Friday; dress up like your character. Argument due end of class Thursday.
Name
Person David William McKinley Juanes Henry Cabot Lodge AJ Teddy Roosevelt Sal Senator Albert Beveridge Camila Josiah Strong Anti Stefi Mark Twain Johnny William Jennings Bryan Astrid Anti Imperialist League Miguel Emilio Aguinaldo Senate Daisy MaFla |
AuthorMiss Diaz Archives
June 2016
Categories |