
US History Assignments
Revolutionary War DBQ Documents
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War DBQ Documents
The word revolution means change. We know that the Revolutionary War brought some change to America—but just what kind, and how much? These are the questions raised by this DBQ.
Before writing, the class will go over the attached documents to help you and your peers better formulate your arguments as to whether or not you think the Revolutionary War was truly revolutionary.
Revolutionary War DBQ Documents
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War DBQ Documents
The word revolution means change. We know that the Revolutionary War brought some change to America—but just what kind, and how much? These are the questions raised by this DBQ.
Before writing, the class will go over the attached documents to help you and your peers better formulate your arguments as to whether or not you think the Revolutionary War was truly revolutionary.
Collaboration Day
Collaboration Day Bell Schedule
1: 8:30-9:13
2: 9:16-9:59
3: 10:12-10:55
4: 10:58-11:41
5: 12:16-12:59
6: 1:02-1:50
Revolutionary War DBQ Essay
First Period: 8:30am to 9:13am
Second Period: 9:16am to 9:59am
Fourth Period: 10:58am to 11:41am
Sixth Period: 1:02pm to 1:50pm
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Revolutionary War DBQ Essay
Now you are ready to start writing. You will be formulating an argument based on the overall DBQ question—make sure you have done your prewriting and understand the question before starting! Your essay will need to include five paragraphs (one introduction, one conclusion, and three body paragraphs) and must be typed in MLA format. Hand written essays will not be accepted and essays not formatted properly will lose points. Once you finish writing, you also need to highlight certain elements, please watching the example video below so you know what to highlight. Below is the rubric for DBQ essays:
Spelling & Grammar (20 points)
Format (5 points)
Thesis Statement (5 points)
Introduction & Conclusion (5 points)
First Body Paragraph (5 points)
Second Body Paragraph (5 points)
Third Body Paragraph (5 points)
Please note that highlighting is REQUIRED:
In the introductory paragraph:
Full thesis statement (yellow)
Reason #1 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #1 (blue)
Reason #2 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #2 (red)
Reason #3 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #3 (green)
In each body paragraph:
Baby Thesis where you restate the reason for the paragraph (yellow)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #1 with citation (blue)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #2 with citation (red)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #3 with citation (green)
Revolutionary War DBQ Essay
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War DBQ Essay
Now you are ready to start writing. You will be formulating an argument based on the overall DBQ question—make sure you have done your prewriting and understand the question before starting! Your essay will need to include five paragraphs (one introduction, one conclusion, and three body paragraphs) and must be typed in MLA format. Hand written essays will not be accepted and essays not formatted properly will lose points. Once you finish writing, you also need to highlight certain elements, please watching the example video below so you know what to highlight. Below is the rubric for DBQ essays:
Spelling & Grammar (20 points)
Format (5 points)
Thesis Statement (5 points)
Introduction & Conclusion (5 points)
First Body Paragraph (5 points)
Second Body Paragraph (5 points)
Third Body Paragraph (5 points)
Please note that highlighting is REQUIRED:
In the introductory paragraph:
Full thesis statement (yellow)
Reason #1 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #1 (blue)
Reason #2 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #2 (red)
Reason #3 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #3 (green)
In each body paragraph:
Baby Thesis where you restate the reason for the paragraph (yellow)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #1 with citation (blue)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #2 with citation (red)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #3 with citation (green)
Revolutionary War DBQ Essay
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War DBQ Essay
Now you are ready to start writing. You will be formulating an argument based on the overall DBQ question—make sure you have done your prewriting and understand the question before starting! Your essay will need to include five paragraphs (one introduction, one conclusion, and three body paragraphs) and must be typed in MLA format. Hand written essays will not be accepted and essays not formatted properly will lose points. Once you finish writing, you also need to highlight certain elements, please watching the example video below so you know what to highlight. Below is the rubric for DBQ essays:
Spelling & Grammar (20 points)
Format (5 points)
Thesis Statement (5 points)
Introduction & Conclusion (5 points)
First Body Paragraph (5 points)
Second Body Paragraph (5 points)
Third Body Paragraph (5 points)
Please note that highlighting is REQUIRED:
In the introductory paragraph:
Full thesis statement (yellow)
Reason #1 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #1 (blue)
Reason #2 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #2 (red)
Reason #3 that corresponds with Body Paragraph #3 (green)
In each body paragraph:
Baby Thesis where you restate the reason for the paragraph (yellow)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #1 with citation (blue)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #2 with citation (red)
Fact/Piece of Evidence #3 with citation (green)
Revolutionary War Assessment
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War Assessment
Each unit will have one summative assessment at the end that test how well you have learned key standards and ideas. Unit assessments are worth 50 points and the following is the standard breakdown:
15 vocabulary matching questions (1 point each)
5 true/false questions (1 point each)
18 multiple choice questions (1 points each)
3 short answer questions (4 points each)
1 extra credit short answer question (4 point maximum)
Revolutionary War Assessment Review
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War Assessment
Each unit will have one summative assessment at the end that test how well you have learned key standards and ideas. Unit assessments are worth 50 points and the following is the standard breakdown:
15 vocabulary matching questions (1 point each)
5 true/false questions (1 point each)
18 multiple choice questions (1 points each)
3 short answer questions (4 points each)
1 extra credit short answer question (4 point maximum)
Revolutionary War Outline
First Period: 8:30am to 9:13am
Second Period: 9:16am to 9:59am
Fourth Period: 10:58am to 11:41am
Sixth Period: 1:02pm to 1:50pm
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Revolutionary War Outline
Fill out the Revolutionary War Outline with a partner to review all of the information covered over the course of the unit. Once you finish, we will be going over an example outline as a class. If you are absent, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you will need to take a picture or add a video if we are online or you are on contract/independent study. If we are in-person, you do not need to do anything here.
Collaboration Day
Collaboration Day Bell Schedule
1: 8:30-9:13
2: 9:16-9:59
3: 10:12-10:55
4: 10:58-11:41
5: 12:16-12:59
6: 1:02-1:50
Revolutionary War Outline
First Period: 10:35am to 11:12am
Second Period: 11:15am to 11:52am
Fourth Period: 1:12pm to 1:49pm
Sixth Period: 2:32pm to 3:10pm
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Revolutionary War Outline
Fill out the Revolutionary War Outline with a partner to review all of the information covered over the course of the unit. Once you finish, we will be going over an example outline as a class. If you are absent, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you will need to take a picture or add a video if we are online or you are on contract/independent study. If we are in-person, you do not need to do anything here.
Revolutionary War Vocabulary Quiz & Outline
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War Vocabulary Quiz
Each unit will have one or two vocabulary quizzes that test how well you have learned key vocabulary words and concepts. Vocabulary quizzes are worth 25 points and the following is the breakdown:
15 vocabulary matching questions (0.5 points each)
3 academic vocabulary sentences (1 point each)
4 multiple choice questions (0.5 points each)
12.5 points are automatically given
ACADEMIC VOCABULARY WORDS
Prohibit
Influential
Consequently
Approach
Evident
Ensure
Cease
Sustain
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Revolutionary War Outline
Fill out the Revolutionary War Outline with a partner to review all of the information covered over the course of the unit. Once you finish, we will be going over an example outline as a class. If you are absent, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you will need to take a picture or add a video if we are online or you are on contract/independent study. If we are in-person, you do not need to do anything here.
Winning Independence (4)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
Winning Independence
Once France had agreed to support the Americans, the Netherlands and Spain also joined in the war against Britain. France, the Netherlands, and Spain all provided loans to the United States.
The Move Towards Independence (3)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
The Move Towards Independence
Lexington and Concord marked the start of armed conflict between colonists and the British—the beginning of the American Revolution. As the fighting spread, many colonists came to believe that Parliament did not have the right to make any laws for the 13 colonies. After all, they argued, the colonies had their own elected legislatures. Many felt it was time for the colonies to become completely independent from Britain.
Taking Up Arms (2)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:13am
Second Period: 9:16am to 9:59am
Fourth Period: 10:58am to 11:41am
Sixth Period: 1:02pm to 1:50pm
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Revolutionary War Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
Taking Up Arms
The calm between the colonies and England did not last long. Economic and political disputes continued, this time over a simple drink. Tea was tremendously popular in the colonies. By 1770, at least one million Americans brewed tea twice a day. People “would rather go without their dinners than without a dish of tea,” a visitor to the colonies noted.
Collaboration Day
Collaboration Day Bell Schedule
1: 8:30-9:13
2: 9:16-9:59
3: 10:12-10:55
4: 10:58-11:41
5: 12:16-12:59
6: 1:02-1:50
Growing Resentment Against Britain (1)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Revolutionary War Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
Growing Resentment Against Britain
By 1760, the British and their Indian allies had driven France from the Ohio Valley. Their troubles in the region were not over, however. For many years, fur traders had sent back glowing reports of the land beyond the Appalachian Mountains. The dense forests of the Ohio Valley offered new resources that were in short supply in the East, and with the French gone, British colonists wanted to head west to claim the lands for themselves.

Colonial Era Geography Quiz & Colonial Era Map
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial Era Geography Quiz
Like vocabulary quizzes, geography quizzes are also worth 25 points and will test how well you have learned certain aspects of American geography. For the quiz, you will have to match certain regions and/or countries with their location on the map. The following is the breakdown:
25 matching questions (0.5 points each)
12.5 points are automatically given
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Colonial Era Map
You will be creating a map of North America of the Colonial Era right before the French and Indian War. Your map should include the thirteen British Colonies, other British colonies, New France, and New Spain labeled. The map should be neatly colored and the more you include, the better!
North America Atlas (Colonial Era) & Colonial Era Map
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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North America Atlas (Colonial Era)
As we go over the various geographic regions of North America, you will fill out the paper atlas that was passed out. The first checkpoint will include the first three sections. If you are out of class, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you will need to take a picture or add a video if we are online or you are on contract/independent study. If we are in-person, you do not need to do anything here.
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Colonial Era Map
You will be creating a map of North America of the Colonial Era right before the French and Indian War. Your map should include the thirteen British Colonies, other British colonies, New France, and New Spain labeled. The map should be neatly colored and the more you include, the better!
North America Atlas (Colonial Era)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:13am
Second Period: 9:16am to 9:59am
Fourth Period: 10:58am to 11:41am
Sixth Period: 1:02pm to 1:50pm
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North America Atlas (Colonial Era)
As we go over the various geographic regions of North America, you will fill out the paper atlas that was passed out. The first checkpoint will include the first three sections. If you are out of class, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you do not need to do anything on Google Classroom.
Collaboration Day
Collaboration Day Bell Schedule
1: 8:30-9:13
2: 9:16-9:59
3: 10:12-10:55
4: 10:58-11:41
5: 12:16-12:59
6: 1:02-1:50
Colonial America Essay Test
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial America Essay Test
For the "Colonial America” unit, you will be taking an essay test to better prepare for a common high school assessment type. You will be given five prompts and on your test, three of the five will be provided. You will then need to answer two of the three with two paragraphs or more. Each student will be allowed a 3x5 notecard to use on the test. The possible prompts are as follows:
What was the spoils system, who implemented it and why? Also, why did many people disapprove of it?
Compare and contrast the views of the Democrats, led by Andrew Jackson, and the Whigs, led by Daniel Webster and Henry Clay, regarding the Bank of the United States.
Describe the Nullification Crisis, how it was related to the U.S. Constitution, and how the crisis was resolved.
What happens during a depression? How did the policies of Andrew Jackson lead to a depression and what were the political consequences?
Why were white settlers and American Indians typically unable to live peacefully in neighboring areas? As a result of this, how did the Indian Removal Act lead to the Trail of Tears?
Colonial America Cornell Notes
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial America Cornell Notes
Fill out the Cornell Notes sheet provided in class to review all of the information covered over the course of the unit. If you are out of class, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you will need to take a picture or add a video if we are online or you are on contract/independent study. If we are in-person, you do not need to do anything here.
Colonial America Cornell Notes
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial America Cornell Notes
Fill out the Cornell Notes sheet provided in class to review all of the information covered over the course of the unit. If you are out of class, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you will need to take a picture or add a video if we are online or you are on contract/independent study. If we are in-person, you do not need to do anything here.
Colonial America Cornell Notes
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial America Cornell Notes
Fill out the Cornell Notes sheet provided in class to review all of the information covered over the course of the unit. If you are out of class, please print out the attached PDF and watch the attached video to finish this assignment.
Note: This is a paper assignment, you will need to take a picture or add a video if we are online or you are on contract/independent study. If we are in-person, you do not need to do anything here.
The French and Indian War (5)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:13am
Second Period: 9:16am to 9:59am
Fourth Period: 10:58am to 11:41am
Sixth Period: 1:02pm to 1:50pm
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Colonial America Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
The French and Indian War
By the mid-1700s, the major powers of Europe were locked in a worldwide struggle for empire. Britain, France, Spain, and the Netherlands competed for trade and colonies in far-flung corners of the globe. The British colonies in North America soon became caught up in the contest.
Collaboration Day
Collaboration Day Bell Schedule
1: 8:30-9:13
2: 9:16-9:59
3: 10:12-10:55
4: 10:58-11:41
5: 12:16-12:59
6: 1:02-1:50
Colonies Research
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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The New World Colonies Research
You are going to choose one of the various colonies (or colony groupings) established by Britain, France, Spain, or Russia in the Americas and learning more about it.
You are going to be adding a slide to the attached document, please create your slide on your own document and then copy-and-paste it over into the class document. On your slide, you are going to need the following:
What country founded the colony.
When the colony was founded.
Why the colony was founded.
What the colony produced for the mother country.
Why people moved (or were forcibly relocated) to the colony.
How the colony became independent of their mother country (optional).
Your slide should also have a title with the colony's name as well as an image of the colony (map, painting). Once you are done with your slide, you will copy-and-paste it into the class document. Once everyone is done, we will have brief presentations (no more than 30-60 seconds each) about the colonies.
Colonial America Vocabulary Quiz & Colonies Research
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial America Vocabulary Quiz
Each unit will have one or two vocabulary quizzes that test how well you have learned key vocabulary words and concepts. Vocabulary quizzes are worth 25 points and the following is the breakdown:
15 vocabulary matching questions (0.5 points each)
3 academic vocabulary sentences (1 point each)
4 multiple choice questions (0.5 points each)
12.5 points are automatically given
ACADEMIC VOCABULARY WORDS
Relatively
Fringe
Invest
Guideline
Sect
Deprive
Approach
Zeal
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The New World Colonies Research
You are going to choose one of the various colonies (or colony groupings) established by Britain, France, Spain, or Russia in the Americas and learning more about it.
You are going to be adding a slide to the attached document, please create your slide on your own document and then copy-and-paste it over into the class document. On your slide, you are going to need the following:
What country founded the colony.
When the colony was founded.
Why the colony was founded.
What the colony produced for the mother country.
Why people moved (or were forcibly relocated) to the colony.
How the colony became independent of their mother country (optional).
Your slide should also have a title with the colony's name as well as an image of the colony (map, painting). Once you are done with your slide, you will copy-and-paste it into the class document. Once everyone is done, we will have brief presentations (no more than 30-60 seconds each) about the colonies.
A Tradition of Liberty and Rights (4)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial America Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
A Tradition of Liberty and Rights
You have read about some of the ideas that shaped American views of democracy. In this lesson, you will read about the European thinkers whose new ways of thinking affected the American colonies.
The Thirteen English Colonies (3)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Colonial America Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
The 13 English Colonies
England established its first American colony in 1607. In this section, you will learn how England set up 13 North American colonies. Today, we describe these colonies as being three distinct regions: New England, the Middle Colonies, and the Southern Colonies.
Commerce and Colonies (2)
First Period: 8:30am to 9:13am
Second Period: 9:16am to 9:59am
Fourth Period: 10:58am to 11:41am
Sixth Period: 1:02pm to 1:50pm
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Colonial America Readings & Checkpoints
Over the course of the unit, we will be going through different sections of the textbook in class. Whenever we did a section of the readings, the questions will be due the same day and there will be a reading checkpoint made available the next day to start the class period (unless there were other instructions). The Google Forms online correspond to a specific topic/lesson in the textbook.
Commerce and Colonies
As you have read, Spain took the lead in the exploration, conquest, and colonization of the Americas. In this section, you will learn why other European nations were eager to start their own American colonies.
Collaboration Day
Collaboration Day Bell Schedule
1: 8:30-9:13
2: 9:16-9:59
3: 10:12-10:55
4: 10:58-11:41
5: 12:16-12:59
6: 1:02-1:50
Jamestown Disaster DBQ Documents & Quick Write
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Early Jamestown: Why Did So Many Colonists Die?
In May 1607, about 110 Englishmen arrived at the mouth of a great bay on the coast of Virginia. It was to be the first permanent English colony in what is now the United States. The first years of settlement were not easy. This DBQ asks why so many colonists died.
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Jamestown Disaster DBQ Quick Write
Please write a paragraph or two explaining why so many colonists died in Jamestown. Be sure to cite at least one reason from the documents explaining why Jamestown almost ended in disaster.
Jamestown Disaster DBQ Documents
First Period: 8:30am to 9:21am
Second Period: 9:24am to 10:14am
Fourth Period: 11:20am to 12:09pm
Sixth Period: 1:42pm to 2:32pm
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Early Jamestown: Why Did So Many Colonists Die?
In May 1607, about 110 Englishmen arrived at the mouth of a great bay on the coast of Virginia. It was to be the first permanent English colony in what is now the United States. The first years of settlement were not easy. This DBQ asks why so many colonists died.