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Thursday, May 20, 2010

Thursday, May 20th

Advanced American History

1.  1970's Quiz
2.  An analysis of the election of 1980.  Visit www.livingroomcandidate.org to view some of the political television ads from this election to gain an understanding of the campaign issues.  Finally, read Ronald Reagan's inaugural address to know why his election will usher in what some have called a conservative revolution.

image of Ronald Reagan courtesy whitehouse.gov

American Studies

After finishing and discussing The Killing Fields, we engaged in a discussion of theWatergate Scandal.  If absent, consult text pages 713-717 for further information.

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