Monday, November 30th

Advanced American History

Class time today was spent working on one of two things in the LMC--NHD research or WWI questions based on the website www.worldwar1.com.  This will be the final NHD work day before your first meetings later in December.

Assignment:  Complete WWI webquest

World War I Liberty Loan poster courtesy of www.ourdocuments.gov

American Studies

Today we examined/reviewed the impact WWI had on American society, specifically the impact on Civil Liberties.  We also discussed how the WWI example fits into the broader scope of American history, comparing WWI with other eras such as the Civil War or the Cold War.

Assignment:  Complete assignment #1 in packet (p. 301-309 q. 4,5 & 6).

Happy Thanksgiving!

Salvatore Lascari (1884-1967)
Thanksgiving, n.d.
Courtesy Smithsonian Institution (www.si.edu)

For a bit on the history of Thanksgiving in America, check out this LINK.

Friday-Monday November 20-23

Advanced American History

Class time on both Friday and Monday were reserved for either NHD research or work on WWI webquest based on information from the site www.firstworldwar.com.

Timetable for upcoming work:


NHD -- 1st Meetings will be held December 21-23.  No further class time for research will be utilized before this checkpoint.  Be sure to consult your NHD handbook for all requirements.


WWI -- "Quest" is Thursday December 3rd

American Studies

In class we completed the film The Lost Battalion.  WWI unit test is scheduled for Friday, December 4th. 

Thursday, November 19th

Advanced American History

Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie in Sarajevo prior to his assassination in 1914 (courtesy germanhistorydocs.org)

Our discussion of WWI continued today with an analysis of the causes of WWI.  In particular, we discussed how historical tensions between European nations fueled by nationalism, militarism and imperialism combine to create a powder keg in early 20th century Europe.  When Franz Ferdinand's assassination provides the spark in 1914, the first global war is set in motion.


Assignment:  Read text pages 282-291.  Take appropriate notes in preparation for quiz (after break).

Reminder:  NHD Contracts due tomorrow!

Wednesday, November 18th

Advanced American History

Today we begin our study of World War I.  Our introduction to WWI began with a discussion of the impact of the Great War.  This war left millions dead, disrupted the world economy, and led to the rise of fascism and communism in Europe.

Reminder:  NHD Contracts are due on Friday!

American Studies

1.  World War I Quiz #1 -- If absent, be sure to make this quiz up within three days!
2.  We will also begin the short film entitled the "Lost Battalion."  This is the true story of a battalion of doughboys--largely new immigrants from New York--who break through German lines in 1918 in the Argonne Forest.

Tuesday, November 17th

Advanced American History

In abbreviated classes due to ACT Boot Camp, we took the Americanism and Government test supplied for scholarship by the American Legion.  If you were absent and you would like to participate in this contest, see Mr. Brice.

Reminder:  NHD topics and contracts are due Friday!



American Studies

In abbreviated classes due to ACT Boot Camp, we took the Americanism and Government test supplied for scholarship by the American Legion.  If you were absent and you would like to participate in this contest, see Mr. Brice.

Reminder:  WWI Quiz #1 - Wednesday

Monday, November 16th

Advanced American History

History Day research continues for one final day until the end of the week.  Use the time to get some library books ordered and finalize topic selections

American Studies

Our focus today is the United States in the Great War.  We discussed economic ties to the allies, submarine warfare, and the Zimmerman note as reasons for the entrance into the conflict.


Assignment:  Read Ch10.2 (292-299).  Complete notes organizer in the format found on the bottom of 292.

Lusitania headline courtesy of the New York Times

Wednesday, November 11th

Please take a moment today to reflect on the sacrifice of all Veterans!

Advanced American History

NHD Work continues -- topic selection.


American Studies

For the remainder of this week we will be conducting a webquest on the Great War.  To create your trench journal, consult the following websites:

www.firstworldwar.com
www.worldwar1.com/dbc

Webquests are due at the end of class on Friday.

Tuesday, November 10th

Advanced American History

Work with National History Day continues today with a discussion on topic selection.  Suggestions for finding topics will be discussed. 

Reminder:  Topics due to Mr. Brice by November 22nd.

American Studies

In class we took notes on the causes of WWI.  Be sure to get class notes if absent on the historical context of WWI, and the factors of militarism, nationalism, imperialism and alliances that create WWI.

Monday, November 9th

Advanced American History

Introduction to National History Day by Sarah Michele Klentz of the Wisconsin Historical Society.

American Studies

Our introduction to WWI continued with a discussion of the impact of the Great War.  This war left millions dead, disrupted the world economy, and led to the rise of fascism and communism in Europe.

Assignment:  Read text pages 282-291.  Complete pink handout for class on Tuesday.

Thursday, November 5th

Advanced American History

Gilded Age State Legislature project presentations begin today!  Be prepared to present your speeches, artwork, dramatic readings, and music!

American Studies

Gilded Age Exam.  If absent, this must be made up by Monday (end of qtr. 1).

Wednesday, November 4th

Advanced American History

Gilded Age Project Prep and Rehearsals -- LMC/Auditorium.  Presentations begin tomorrow!

American Studies

Review for Gilded Age Exam.  Exam is tomorrow and it is the final grade for quarter 1---100 points.

Tuesday, November 3rd

Advanced American History

Today we begin the process of National History Day with a preliminary introduction.  We will discuss an overview of the program, a timetable for completion, and view past examples of student work.  For further details, check out www.nhd.org or www.wisconsinhistory.org.

American Studies

Our discussion of the Gilded Age concludes with an examination of the achievements of Teddy Roosevelt.  For further details, check out this A & E website on Teddy Roosevelt.

Reminder:  Gilded Age Exam Thursday.

Monday, November 2nd

Advanced American History

Work on the Gilded Age projects resumes today in both history and english classes.  Be sure to be ready for rehearsals this Wednesday and to present on Thursday/Friday!

Reminder:  Bring a binder and dividers to class tomorrow!

American Studies

We are culminating our study of the Gilded Age this week with an examination of the progressive movement.  Largely occurring between 1890 and 1920, progressives fought for a variety of reforms, but all felt that government should be more active and that social problems were susceptible to legislation.  In class today, we examined the actions of muckrakers, Jane Addams, Bob LaFollette, and Teddy Roosevelt.


Assignment:  Read text 212-219.  Answer questions 1,4,5,6.  Gilded Age Exam this Thursday.