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Here you will find information on class discussions, readings and assignments, and links to supplementary information for success in American History. Enjoy!

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Monday, December 21st

Advanced American History

1.  Review for 1920's exam--be sure to examine all points on the review guide prior to taking the 1920's test.

2.  NHD Thesis Statements -- Immediately after break we will be conducting NHD progress meetings.  In class today, we reviewed what makes a good thesis statements.  You should have the following for your meetings:
  • organization system
  • 5 sources
  • the beginnings of a bibliography
  • a defensible and comprehensive thesis statement

 President Calvin Coolidge canoeing on the Brule River in northern Wisconsin (courtesy history.wisc.edu)
American Studies

After taking a short oral quiz on the politics of the 1920's, we did some work on a short article and questions on the Harlem Renaissance.  If absent, be sure to turn in your handout on Ch. 11.2 to receive the points missed in the oral quiz.

Reminder:  1920's test Wednesday

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