Advanced American History
Exam on the Second World War -- If absent, be sure to make this up within three class days.
Friday, March 1, 2013
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Wednesday Feb 6th - Friday Feb 8th
Advanced American History
Wednesday -- Great Depression Unit Exam
Thursday -- Introduction to WWII / The Rise of Hitler (see slideshow below)
Assignment: Read text pages 436-442 (chart on 436)
Friday -- Documentary regarding the rise of Hitler, the path to war in Europe, and the debate between isolationists and interventionists in America.
Assignment: Read text 444-450 (4,5,6 on 450)
Wednesday -- Great Depression Unit Exam
Thursday -- Introduction to WWII / The Rise of Hitler (see slideshow below)
Assignment: Read text pages 436-442 (chart on 436)
Friday -- Documentary regarding the rise of Hitler, the path to war in Europe, and the debate between isolationists and interventionists in America.
Assignment: Read text 444-450 (4,5,6 on 450)
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Thursday Jan 17th - Tuesday Jan 22nd
Advanced American Studies
After a number of days working on NHD research and taking field trips to that end, we return to class content Thursday January 17th with a discussion of the causes of the Great Depression and an analysis of the failed response of Herbert Hoover. Please consult Chapter 12 in your textbook (p. 366-388) and the information on the presentations below:
After a number of days working on NHD research and taking field trips to that end, we return to class content Thursday January 17th with a discussion of the causes of the Great Depression and an analysis of the failed response of Herbert Hoover. Please consult Chapter 12 in your textbook (p. 366-388) and the information on the presentations below:
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Wednesday, Jan 2nd - Tuesday Jan 8th
Advanced American History
During the first week back from break, you will have the opportunity to let your creativity run wild with the 20's exhibition project. You will make an aspect of 20's America come to life by becoming a star of stage or screen. Here is the timetable of activities:
Wednesday: Introduce project and begin work
Thursday: Project Work
Friday: Project Work / Rehearsals
Monday/Tuesday: Presentations
During the first week back from break, you will have the opportunity to let your creativity run wild with the 20's exhibition project. You will make an aspect of 20's America come to life by becoming a star of stage or screen. Here is the timetable of activities:
Wednesday: Introduce project and begin work
Thursday: Project Work
Friday: Project Work / Rehearsals
Monday/Tuesday: Presentations
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Tues Dec. 11th - Fri Dec 21st -- The Roaring Twenties
Advanced American History
Tuesday Dec 11th: Introduction to the Roaring Twenties. Assignment--Read Ch. 11.1
Wednesday Dec 12th: Discussion of Booming Economy. Assignment--Read Ch. 11.3
Thursday Dec 13th: Discussion of Social Backlash in the 20's. Assignment: Demon Rum Questions
Friday/Monday Dec 14-17: Scopes Monkey Trial Video
Tuesday Dec 18th: Contrast of Progressivism & Conservatism / Social Advancement and Intolerance (Essay Prep)
Wednesday Dec 19th: DBQ Essay
Friday Dec 21st: Roaring Twenties Exam
**some selected unit notes are found below**
Tuesday Dec 11th: Introduction to the Roaring Twenties. Assignment--Read Ch. 11.1
Wednesday Dec 12th: Discussion of Booming Economy. Assignment--Read Ch. 11.3
Thursday Dec 13th: Discussion of Social Backlash in the 20's. Assignment: Demon Rum Questions
Friday/Monday Dec 14-17: Scopes Monkey Trial Video
Tuesday Dec 18th: Contrast of Progressivism & Conservatism / Social Advancement and Intolerance (Essay Prep)
Wednesday Dec 19th: DBQ Essay
Friday Dec 21st: Roaring Twenties Exam
**some selected unit notes are found below**
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Tuesday, December 4th
Advanced American History
On December 4th, 1918 (94 years ago today), Woodrow Wilson set sail for Paris to attend the Versailles Peace Conference. With his Fourteen Points for Peace in hand, he sought to build a lasting peace that would truly make the Great War the "war to end all wars." Where did Wilson fall short? What was the European reaction to his ideals? What was ultimately decided in 1919 in Paris, and what impact would this have on future events? Be sure to understand the response to all of these questions for tomorrow's exam.
On December 4th, 1918 (94 years ago today), Woodrow Wilson set sail for Paris to attend the Versailles Peace Conference. With his Fourteen Points for Peace in hand, he sought to build a lasting peace that would truly make the Great War the "war to end all wars." Where did Wilson fall short? What was the European reaction to his ideals? What was ultimately decided in 1919 in Paris, and what impact would this have on future events? Be sure to understand the response to all of these questions for tomorrow's exam.
Monday, December 3rd
Advanced American History
The First World War had unprecedented effects on American Society. In the name of the war effort, government organizations like the WIB or the Food Administration exerted control over the entire economy, and organizations like the CPI bombarded the nation with never before seen levels of propaganda. Moreover, the war had a chilling effect on civil liberties with the passage of laws like the Espionage and Sedition Acts.
Assignment: Read text pages 301-09
The First World War had unprecedented effects on American Society. In the name of the war effort, government organizations like the WIB or the Food Administration exerted control over the entire economy, and organizations like the CPI bombarded the nation with never before seen levels of propaganda. Moreover, the war had a chilling effect on civil liberties with the passage of laws like the Espionage and Sedition Acts.
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Assignment: Read text pages 301-09
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