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History Class
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Today was the last day of school and we held Field Day. Have a fun, exciting, and safe summer and I will see you at the High School next year!
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Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Today we reflected upon our experiences from this past year. Then we celebrated with our end of year BBQ.
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Tuesday, June 20, 2017
Today we finished up our class discussion, recapping what we learned about over the course of the school year. Yesterday I asked you to think of a list of themes that were repeated throughout each of the units that we studied this year. Today, we presented these themes to the whole class. We also began reflecting on our experiences this year.
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Monday, June 19, 2017
Today we took part in a class discussion, recapping what we learned about over the course of the school year. I asked you to think of a list of themes that were repeated throughout each of the units that we studied this year. We discussed these "universals" in small groups and tomorrow you will present your themes to the whole class.
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Friday, June 16, 2017
Today we took Part II of the Final Exam. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Thursday, June 15, 2017
Today was the Skills Post Test. Tomorrow you will take Part II of the Final Exam.
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Skills Post Test |
1.Complete All Late or Missing Work (Last Day for All Work is Friday)
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Final Exam Study Guide
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Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Today was Part I of the Course Final Exam. Tomorrow you will take the Skills Post Test.
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Final Exam Part I |
1.Complete All Late or Missing Work (Last Day for All Work is Friday)
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Final Exam Study Guide
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Tuesday, June 13, 2017
Today we took our Field Trip to Mystic Seaport. Students not attending the trip had an alternate assignment to complete. Please remember that tomorrow is Part I of the Course Final Exam.
Monday, June 12, 2017
Today we took our Unit Test on the Events Leading to the Civil War and you passed in your study guides. Tomorrow is our Field Trip to Mystic Seaport. Please dress for the weather, apply sun tan lotion before you leave home, pack a lunch, and drink plenty of water.
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Events Leading to the Civil War Day 14 |
1.Complete All Late or Missing Work (Last Day for All Work is Friday)
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Final Exam Study Guide
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Friday, June 9, 2017
Today we played a review game for the test and I provided you with some additional key points from the Civil War. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Events Leading to the Civil War Day 13 |
1.Events Leading to the Civil War Study Guide
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Thursday, June 8, 2017
Today we had shortened classes due to Step Up Day. In class we talked about some key aspects of the Civil War. Tomorrow we will play a review game for the test.
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Events Leading to the Civil War Day 12 |
1.Events Leading to the Civil War Study Guide
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Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Today we began class by watching the rest of the video on Franklin Pierce and James Buchanan. We then watched a segment on Abraham Lincoln. You filled in the last of your Presidents Grid for those three presidents. Finally I told you what to expect for the Unit Test.
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Today we began class with our last two History Journals of the year. The first was called "Forced" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 6. The second was called "Turmoil" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 10. After the journals we took notes and held a discussion on the rising conflict and the start of the Civil War. We then watched a video on Presidents Franklin Pierce and James Buchanan and filled in the Presidents Grid for them. At the very end of class we began watching the video segment on Abraham Lincoln and began filling in the Presidents Grid for him.
Monday, June 5, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Perspective" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 9. After the journal B & F Blocks finished the video on the Mexican-American War. We then watched a video on Presidents John Tyler and James K. Polk and filled in the Presidents Grid for them. Next we discussed the conflicts and compromises facing the country in the years leading up to the Civil War and took notes on them. Finally, we began a video on Presidents Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore and filled in the Presidents Grid for them.
Friday, June 2, 2017
Today we began class by finishing the video on the Mexican-American War. We then learned about the Reform Era and took notes on the movements that occurred in the mid-1800s. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, June 1, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Attack" and we completed Written Text question 5. After the journal entry we finished discussing and taking notes on the Mexican-American War and Polk's expansion of the country. We then watched a video on the Mexican-American War and completed video focus questions for it.
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Today we began class by finishing the video on Andrew Jackson and filling in the Presidents Grid for him. We then watched a video clip on the presidencies of Martin Van Buren and William Henry Harrison and filled in the Presidents Grid for them too. We then discussed the Mountain Men and the Texan War of Independence.
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Nullification" and we completed Written Text Question 10. After the history journal we watched a video clip on the presidencies of John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson and filled in the Presidents Grid for them. We then discussed the presidencies of Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, and John Tyler.
Friday, May 26, 2017
Today we began class by watching a video on the Trail of Tears. After the video we completed a History Journal called "Suffering" and answered Written Text Question 3. Have a fun and safe long weekend. Please remember and honor those who served and died for our country over this Memorial Day Weekend.
Thursday, May 25, 2017
Today we began by learning about the issues facing the country during the Age of Jackson. Specifically, we examined the life and challenges facing President Andrew Jackson.
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Today was the Science, Technology, & Engineering MCAS exam and we did not have history class. Please remember to do the homework listed for Thursday.
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Today we finished up our study of the Industrial Revolution by seeing how clothing is made today. We then discussed the corrupt bargain and the presidency of John Quincy Adams.
Monday, May 22, 2017
Today we went on a field trip to the Tsongas Industrial History Center in Lowell, MA to learn about the Industrial Revolution. Students who did not attend the trip learned about the Industrial Revolution by reading selections from Lyddie and answering focus questions during History and English Class today.
Friday, May 19, 2017
Today in class we finished writing the final DBQ of the year (the Industrial Revolution). If you did not finish writing it in class you should finish it at home and turn it in on Tuesday. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Today in class we continued working on the final DBQ of the year (the Industrial Revolution) in preparation for our trip to Lowell Mills on Monday. For the students that met today we finished the objective section and worked on the essay portion. We will have one more class tomorrow (Friday) to do the writing part.
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Today in class we began the final DBQ of the year (the Industrial Revolution) in preparation for our trip to Lowell Mills on Monday. For the students that met today we did the objective section and we will have one more class this week to do the writing part. All other students will work on the objective section tomorrow and writing section on Friday.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Today in class we took a Pretest on the Events Leading to the Civil War. We then went over the new unit objectives. Finally, we took notes and discussed the people and economies of the North and the South during the 1820s-1860s. Tomorrow you will begin the final DBQ of the year on the Industrial Revolution in preparation for our trip to Lowell Mills on Monday.
Monday, May 15, 2017
Today we took part in an Industrial Revolution simulation in class.
Friday, May 12, 2017
Today we took the Unit Test on the Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Unit Test |
1.Home Discussion Military- What do we do to honor those who have sacrificed and made our freedom possible? Is what we do enough or have we forgotten that our freedom did not come freely?
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Thursday, May 11, 2017
Today B Block did not meet due to Math MCAS. Students who took MCAS yesterday and missed class were given a packet to complete from yesterday's lesson. Everyone else learned about the Industrial Revolution and why it was so important in the North.
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Industrial Revolution Day 1 |
1.Federalist, Jeffersonian, Growth & Expansion Study Guide
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Study Guide
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Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Today in class we began with a history journal that we called "Demarcation" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 10. After we discussed the journal we finished the unit notes by discussing the international scene in the 1820s and the Monroe Doctrine. Finally, we watched the video segment on President James Monroe and filled in the Presidents Grid for him. Students who took MCAS today will complete today's lesson tomorrow during class.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 13 |
1.Federalist, Jeffersonian, Growth & Expansion Study Guide
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History Journal: Demarcation
Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Study Guide
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Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Today in class we watched the rest of a video on the War of 1812. You then took a Quiz on the War of 1812 using your notes. Finally, we took notes and held a discussion of transportation improvements in the early 1800s, the election of James Monroe, and the Era of Good Feelings.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 12 |
1.Federalist, Jeffersonian, Growth & Expansion Study Guide
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Study Guide
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Monday, May 8, 2017
Today in class we watched the video on the War of 1812. You took notes during the video in preparation for tomorrow's Quiz on the War of 1812.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 11 |
1.Federalist, Jeffersonian, Growth & Expansion Study Guide
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Study Guide
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Friday, May 5, 2017
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Banner" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 10. After we went over the journal, we watched a short video on President James Madison and filled in the Presidents Grid for him. We then took a few quick notes on the War of 1812 and finished class by beginning a video on the War of 1812. You took notes during the video in preparation for Tuesday's Quiz on the War of 1812. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 10 |
1.Home Discussion Destiny- How did the United States become a super power? Will those strategies ensure it will always remain one?
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History Journal: Banner
Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Study Guide
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Thursday, May 4, 2017
Today we began class by taking a short Quiz on the Louisiana Purchase. You were able to use your notes on the Quiz. After the Quiz we discussed Jefferson's reaction on behalf of the U.S. to the international conflict between France and England (not one of his best moments) and also his reaction to Barbary pirates. We also discussed expllration of the Louisiana Territory. In some classes, at the end of class we watched a short video clip on President James Madison and filled in the Presidents Grid for him. Tomorrow we will begin learning about James Madison and the War of 1812.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 9 |
1.Expansion- Read: Pages 321-326; Write: Did the Missouri Compromise solve regional conflicts in 1820? Why or why not?
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Homework Format: Expansion
Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Study Guide
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Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Today we began class by watching a 20-min video on the Louisiana Purchase. You took notes on the key points during the video, practicing the note-taking skills that we have been working on over the last month. I also paused the video multiple times to clarify the content and to add commentary and background. Tomorrow you will take a Quiz on the Louisiana Purchase video and class notes. Tomorrow we will continue examining the other domestic and foreign issues facing Thomas Jefferson's presidency.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 8 |
1.War of 1812- Read: Pages 295-298; Write: Why was the War of 1812 called “Mr. Madison’s War” and how did the U.S. actually benefit from it?
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Homework Format: War of 1812
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Louisiana Purchase Video Notes
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Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Today we began with a history journal that we called "Unconstitutional" and we completed written text question 5. After we discussed the journal we watched a short video clip on Thomas Jefferson's presidency and filled in the Presidents Grid for him. Finally, we discussed the "midnight justice" appointments of John Adams and Marbury v. Madison. We discussed the importance of Chief Justice Marshall's opinion in the case and the significant role it played in shaping the judicial branch of government. Finally, we began talking about Napoleon Bonaparte, his European objectives, and the role of St. Domingue (Haiti) as an important sugar producing colony.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 7 |
1.Jefferson's Challenges- Read: 287-293
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History Journal: Unconstitutional
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Monday, May 1, 2017
Today in class we read and discussed Jefferson's Tree of Liberty. We then spent the remainder of class decoding the symbolism within his message and illustrating our own interpretations of his Tree of Liberty.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 6 |
1.Finish the Tree of Liberty Illustration
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Friday, April 28, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Aliens" and we completed Written Text questions 1 & 3. After we discussed the journal we learned about the XYZ Affair and the Alien & Sedition Acts. We watched a video on President Adams and filled in the Presidents Grid for him. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 5 |
1.Home Discussion Utility- Is breaking a law ever a good option? What if the result of doing so will be good for a lot of people?
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History Journal: Aliens
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Thursday, April 27, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Position" and we completed Written Text questions 1 & 3. After we discussed the journal we learned about several more of the challenges facing the Washington presidency. We watched a video outlining the division of the new republic into different political parties, John Adams's personal struggle with the position of Vice President, and mounting pressures put on the U.S. by France. Tomorrow we will learn about the transition to the Adams presidency and the mounting issues facing the nation.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 4 |
1. Jefferson & Louisiana- Read: Pages 277-285; Write: What challenges did Jefferson face during his presidency? How did the Louisiana Purchase affect the U.S.?
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History Journal: Position
Homework Format: Jefferson & Louisiana
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Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Farewell" and we completed Written Text questions 2 & 3. After we discussed the journal we learned about several of the challenges facing the Washington presidency. We also noted that since Washington was the first president, the whole situation was new to everyone. This led to several uncertain and awkward moments. Finally, we saw two short video segments on George Washington and John Adams at the birth of our nation.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 3 |
1.John Adams- Read: Pages 265-270
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History Journal: Farewell
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Today we spent most of class discussing the presidency of George Washington. In particular, we talked about foreign debt and how, with the help of Alexander Hamilton, Washington was able to correct the economy and establish credit in the world. We also discussed several of the precedents set by Washington as the first president. Finally, we saw a short video segment on George Washington and filled in the Presidents Grid for him.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 2 |
1.Early Challenges- Read: Pages 261-263; Write: What challenges did the United States face during Washington’s administration? Which was the most difficult and why?
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Monday, April 24, 2017
Today we began our unit on the Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion. We took a unit pretest and went over the new unit objectives. We then completed a History Journal that we called "Neutrality" and completed written text questions 2 and 5. After we discussed the journal entry, I introduced you to the new unit, we held a brief discussion about the transition of the nation following the Constitutional Convention and ratification, and we saw a short video segment about this transition. We will continue with our new unit tomorrow and begin our examination of the First President of the United States, George Washington.
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Federalists, Jeffersonians, Growth, & Expansion Day 1 |
1.Precedents: Read: Pages 253-257; Write: What were the precedents that Washington established as the first president of the U.S.? Which was the most important and why?
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History Journal: Neutrality
Homework Format: Precedents
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Thursday, April 13, 2017
Today the "All-Eighth MCAS Group" took the MCAS; the remainder of D-Block & F-Block took the Unit Test; and B-Block and G-Block took the Honors Vocabulary Quiz. All classes worked on the Three Branches of Government Worksheet in class as well. Have a fun and safe April Vacation!
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Formation of the American Government Day 18 |
1.Three Branches of Government Worksheet
2.Home Discussion- Success or Failure: Is the way that the United States government operates today successful or does it need to be changed? Explain.
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Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Today the Green Team took the MCAS in the morning the "All-Eighth MCAS Group" in D-Block took the Unit Test. Tomorrow the remainder of D-Block & F-Block will take the Unit Test. B-Block and G-Block will take the Honors Vocabulary Quiz tomorrow as well. All classes will work on the Three Branches of Government Worksheet in class.
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Formation of the American Government Day 17 |
1.Three Branches of Government Worksheet
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Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Because of the water problem and the unexpected early dismissal today, only A & G Blocks took the Unit Test. Tomorrow D Block students in the "All-Eighth MCAS Group" will take the Unit Test; the remainder of D-Block and F-Block will take the Unit Test on Thursday. B-Block will take the Unit Test on the Tuesday after April Break. Finally, B and G Blocks will take the Honors Vocabulary Quiz on Thursday during the short block.
Monday, April 10, 2017
Today in A, F, & G Blocks we played a review game for tomorrow's Unit Test. B & D Blocks will play the review game tomorrow and take the test on Wednesday.
Friday, April 7, 2017
Today in class we finished learning about Articles II through VII of the Constitution and the 27 Amendments. On Monday we will review for Tuesday's Unit Test. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Today in class we began by taking a Roman Numeral Quiz. We then went over the Judicial Branch Assignment and Amendments Part I. Finally, we finished learning about Articles II through VII of the Constitution. Tomorrow we will go over the Amendments in preparation for next week's unit test.
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Today in class we went over our Roman Numeral Homework and I provided you with answer sheets so that you could check your work. We then finished learning about Article I and Article II of the Constitution.
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Today in class we began by reviewing the homework on the executive branch. We then learned the rules on Roman Numerals. We then practiced and reviewed the answers to 15-20 Roman Numeral questions from tonight's homework.
Monday, April 3, 2017
Today in class we began looking at the Constitution by examining the Preamble and Article I. Tomorrow we will take a break from the Constitution and learn about Roman Numerals so that we can understand the numbering of the Constitution.
Friday, March 31, 2017
Today in class we finished learning the background of government. Next week we will continue learning about the Constitution. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, March 30, 2017
Today I was not there because I was on a field trip to the ADL Conference in Boston with some of my NJHS students. While I was gone you completed two history journals, two videos, and a workseet. One history journal was called "Supremacy" and you completed Written Text question 5. The second history journal was called "Change" and you completed Written Text question 3. After the history journals you watched two videos. The first video was called Constitutional Convention and the second was on James Madison. The notes for those videos are located in today's document section of this website. Finally, with the remainder of class you completed a worksheet on the Legislative Branch (House of Representatives & Senate) which you will turn in at the start of class on Friday.
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Angels" and we completed Written Text question 5. After we discussed the history journal we did an easy worksheet on the Preamble of the Constitution. We will have our Preamble Challenge next Friday. We then took notes and held a discussion on the Constitutional Convention and the foundations of government. Tomorrow I will be on a field trip but will leave two videos, two journals, and a worksheet to complete during class.
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Today we finished working on the second DBQ in class by spending the whole class writing. Please finish the essay for homework tonight as it is due at the start of class on Wednesday.
Monday, March 27, 2017
Today we continued our second DBQ of the year as we finished reading the documents together in class. We then spent the remainder of class going over the multiple choice questions and we began writing the essay. You will also have tomorrow's class for writing but the essay will be due at the start of class on Wednesday.
Friday, March 24, 2017
Today we continued our second DBQ of the year by reading the documents together in class and going over the answers to the multiple choice questions. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, March 23, 2017
Today we began our second DBQ of the year by completing the Reading Comprehension section and questions on the Boston Massacre. Tomorrow I will review the readings with you and then you should begin to write your DBQ Essay. You will have Monday & Tuesday's classes for writing as well and the essay will be due at the start of class on Wednesday.
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Today we finished with our Constitutional Convention in class. Tomorrow we will begin our second DBQ of the year by completing the Reading Comprehension section and questions.
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Today we continued with our Constitutional Convention in class. We discussed voting rights and what we should have for a chief executive. Finally we discussed how the legislature should be set up and whether slavery should be allowed. Tomorrow we will finish with the Constitutional Convention.
Monday, March 20, 2017
Today we continued with our Constitutional Convention in class. We discussed the issue of whether the states or federal government should have more power. We discussed citizenship and also voting rights. And we also discussed who we should have for a chief executive. We will finish our convention tomorrow.
Friday, March 17, 2017
Today you turned in your Final Draft packet. We then finished a few notes to prepare for our Constitutional Convention. We then began our own Constitutional Convention in class. We will continue on Monday and Tuesday. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, March 16, 2017
Tomorrow the Final Draft is due. The Final Draft packet should include the following documents (in this order): (1) Title Page, (2) Final Draft, (3) Works Cited, (4) Final Draft Checklist, and (5) Rough Draft Packet. I will attach a Rubric to the front and then we will staple this whole packet together. We began today's class with a History Journal entry that we called "Rebellions" and we completed Written Text question 5. After we discussed the journal entry, we watched a short video on Alexander Hamilton. We then took notes and held a discussion about the issues facing the country just prior to the Constitutional Convention. Tomorrow we will finish our discussion and then begin to hold our own Constitutional Convention in class.
Monday, March 13, 2017
Today I passed back your Rough Draft so that you can make the needed revisions and turn in the Final Draft on Friday. The Final Draft packet should include the following documents (in this order): (1) Title Page, (2) Final Draft, (3) Works Cited, (4) Final Draft Checklist, and (5) Rough Draft Packet. I will attach a Rubric to the front on Friday and then this whole packet will be stapled together. After I spoke about the Final Draft we took a Pre-Test for the next unit. Then we went over the new Unit Objectives and completed an esay worksheet together on the Articles of Confederation. It seems unlikely that we will have school tomorrow due to the incoming blizzard so it would be a perfect day to complete your Final Draft and all Late/Missing work since the final day that I will accept work for the Second Trimester is Wednesday. Have a fun and safe time in the snow tomorrow!
Friday, March 10, 2017
Today we met in the library and we finished all of the preliminary steps of the Eighth Grade Research Project in History class. Today you Peer Reviewed your Rough Draft and then turned it in. Congratulations on completing all of the preliminary steps! All that is left is the Final Draft! Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, March 9, 2017
Today we met in the library and we continued with our Eighth Grade Research Project in both History and English classes. Today Mrs. Polito gave you guidance on introducing your quotes and evidence. You then spent the remainder of your time (in both classes) finishing your Rough Drafts. Tomorrow you will only have History class in the library and you will need to Peer Review your Rough Draft with a classmate so it would certainly be a good idea to finish your Rough Draft at home tonight if it is not already done.
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Today we met in the library and we continued with our Eighth Grade Research Project in both History and English classes. Today Mrs. Polito showed you how to sort your Note Cards and use those to make your Outlines. You spent the remainder of the first class finishing your Outlines by using the model found in the Instruction packet. I will check your Outline tomorrow. You then spent the remainder of today's class writing your Rough Draft.
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Today we met in the library and we continued with our Eighth Grade Research Project in both History and English classes. Today Mrs. Polito and I introduced you to how to write a thesis and we presented you with a model thesis to use as a guide. You spent the remainder of class writing your thesis and finishing your Note Cards. I passed back your Bibliography Pages for corrections and you brought your Note Cards to me for grading. A, D, & F Blocks turned in 20 Note Cards and B & G Blocks turned in 30. Tomorrow in class I will show you how to sort your Note Cards and prepare the Outline. Your Outline will be due at the end of the first class tomorrow. You will then begin to write your Rough Draft.
Monday, March 6, 2017
The All-Nighter was a blast but I hope you all rested up over the remainder of the weekend! Today we met in the library and we continued with our Eighth Grade Research Project in both History and English classes. Today I walked you through the process of making a Blibliography Page by using the citation tool in Microsoft Word. I then met with each of you and graded your Bibliography Pages. Tomorrow your Thesis and Note Cards are due. You might want to use the model thesis as an example. Please also remember that A, D, & F Blocks must turn in 20 Note Cards and B & G Blocks must turn in 30.
Friday, March 3, 2017
Today we met in the library and we continued with our Eighth Grade Research Project. We were together for both History and English classes today. Today I told you about the new Database that we now have access to as well as SIRS. I also met with each of you and graded your Bibliography Cards. We will do the Bibliography Page together on Monday and I will begin to take Note Cards and Thesis Cards as well. Enjoy the All-Nighter! Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Today was our Field Trip to the Kennedy Institute. Tomorrow we will be back in the library working on our research project.
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Today we finished our notes and discussion on the American Revolution by discussing the Battle of Yorktown and we filled in the Battle grid for it. After our discussion we watched the final video segment on the Battle of Yorktown and completed the Video Focus Questions for it. Finally, I passed out the Take Home Double Quiz for the unit. This will be due on Friday and you can use anything you want to complete it other than other people (in any form- Internet, in person, on phone, etc.). Tomorrow is our Field Trip to the Kennedy Institute!
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Today we met in the library and we continued with our Eighth Grade Research Project. We were together for both History and English classes today. Today we went over the project timeline and due dates. We also learned how to access the card catalogue and databases from the school computers. Today you used the computers to do find several sources and you filled in the colored bibliography cards for them.
Monday, February 27, 2017
Welcome back! Today we met in the library and we began our Eighth Grade Research Project. We were together for both History and English classes. In the first block together we reviewed the project instructions and had a quick library orientation. In the second block you used the computers to do some preliminary research and select your research topics.
Friday, February 17, 2017
Today we began with a video history journal that we called "Slaves" and we completed Video Question 5. After the history journal we took notes and held a discussion about the last few battles of the Revolutionary War leading up to Yorktown and we filled in the Battle Grid for them. After break we will finish our study of the Revolution with the Battle of Yorktown and the Treaty of Paris. Have a fun and safe February Vacation!
Thursday, February 16, 2017
I was not in school today but while I was out you watched three video segments and answered the video questions for each: The Battle of Monmouth Courthouse, Arnold's Betrayal, and the Siege of Charleston.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Today we began with a History Journal called "Treason" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 10. After the history journal we finished up discussing the Battle of Brandywine Creek, Freeman's Farm, Saratoga, and Monmouth Courthouse. We filled in the Battle Grid for the battles that we discussed. Finally we watched the video on the Battle of Saratoga and filled in the video questions for it.
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Yesterday was a snow day so we did not have school. Today we began with a History Journal called "River Crossing" and we completed Image Questions 7 and 9. After the history journal we finished up discussing the Battle of Trenton and we also discussed the significance of "American Crisis." We then continued forward on our way to the Battle of Saratoga. We filled in the Battle Grid for the battles that we discussed. Finally we watched the video on River Crossing and the Battle of Trenton and filled in the video questions for it.
Friday, February 10, 2017
Yesterday was a snow day so we did not have school and today was a delayed opening. In today's shortened classes we began with a History Journal called "Crisis" and we completed Written Text Question 3. After the history journal we finished up discussing the Battle of New York and Fort Washington. We filled in the Battle Grid for the battles that we discussed. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Yesterday was a rain day and we did not have school. Today in class we "decoded" the Declaration of Independence. We then finished up by discussing the Battle of New York and Fort Washington and we filled in the Battle Grid for them.
Monday, February 6, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal called "Recruits" and we did Written Text Question 8. After the journal entry we watched a video on Declaring Independence and filled in the video questions for it. Finally, we continued taking notes on Dorchester Heights, the Battle of Quebec, and the Declaration of Independence and we filled in the Battle Grid for the battles that we covered. Tomorrow we will Decode the Declaration in class!
Friday, February 3, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal called "Outraged" and we did Written Text questions 1 & 3. After the journal entry we watched a video on Washington's First Success and filled in the video questions for it. Finally, we continued taking notes on the Battle of Bunker Hill and we filled in the Battle Grid for it as well as the Second Continental Congress and Lord Dunmore's Proclamation. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, February 2, 2017
Today we began class by discussing and taking notes on the Battles of Lexington & Concord and the Battle of Fort Ticonderoga and filling in the Battle Grid for them. We then took the Unit Test on the French & Indian War and the Events Leading to the American Revolution. Tomorrow we will discuss the Battle of Bunker Hill & the Evacuation of Boston.
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "April Morning" and we completed Written Text Question 3. After we discussed the journal entry we watched a video clip on Lexington & Concord. While we watched the video we answered video focus questions for the segment. We then began our unit by taking notes on the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere. Be sure to study tonight for tomorrow's Unit Test.
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Today we began class by playing a review game for Thursday's Unit Test. We then finished the remaining speeches.
Monday, January 30, 2017
Today we began class by going over what will be on Thursday's Unit Test. We then spent the remainder of class making our Passionate Speeches. Tomorrow we will review for the test and finish the speeches.
Friday, January 27, 2017
Today we began class by going over several propaganda techniques and examining a few images. We then spent the remainder of class working on the Timelines and Speeches. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Common Sense" and we completed Written Text question 5. We then watched a video on Thomas Paine and we filled in the Founding Fathers Booklet for him. Next, I presented a passionate speech to you and pointers on how to make a speech in public. We also went over the instructions to the speech assignment that you will present on Monday.
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Yesterday was a snow day. Today we began class by watching a video on George Washington and we filled in the Founding Fathers Booklet for him. Next, we finished our notes and discussion on the unit and filled in the British Acts & Actions grid for the remaining laws that we discussed.
Monday, January 23, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Outraged" and we completed Written Text Question 5. After the history journal we finished watching a video on the events leading to the American Revolution in the City of Boston. We then finished the Ben Franklin video and we filled in the Founding Fathers Booklet for him. Next, we pushed forward with our notes and discussion and filled in the British Acts & Actions grid for the laws that we discussed. Finally, I passed out and went over the Timeline Assignment that is due on Friday and the Unit Test that is due next Wednesday when we take our Unit Test.
Friday, January 20, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Bloody Massacre" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 10. After the history journal we watched a video on the events leading to the American Revolution in the City of Boston. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, January 19, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Neglect" and we completed Written Text Question 5. After the history journal we watched a video on Ben Franklin and filled in the Founding Fathers Booklet for him. We then continued learning about the British Acts and we filled in the British Acts and Actions Grid for the policies and laws that we covered.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Today we had shortened classes due to the morning delay. We began class with a History Journal that we called "Liberty" and we completed Written Text Question 3. After the history journal we watched a video on Patrick Henry and filled in the Founding Fathers Booklet for him. We then continued learning about the British Acts and we filled in the British Acts and Actions Grid for the policies and laws that we covered.
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Stamp" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 6. After the history journal we watched a video on John Adams and filled in the Founding Fathers Booklet for him. We then continued learning about the British Acts and we filled in the British Acts and Actions Grid for the policies and laws that we covered.
Thursday, January 12, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Castle" and we completed Written Text Question 5. After the history journal we finished watching the video on Samuel Adams and we also watched a segment on John Hancock. We filled in the Founding Fathers Booklet for both of them. We then continued learning about the British Acts and we filled in the British Acts and Actions Grid for the policies and laws that we covered. Have a fun and safe extra-long weekend!
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Grenville" and we completed Written Text Question 5. After the history journal we went over the new unit objectives. I then passed out the British Acts and Actions Grid and Founding Fathers Booklet that we will be using as we learn about the Events Leading to the Revolution Unit. We then began discussing some of the laws that Parliament passed to tax the Colonists and enforce England's mercantile policies. We filled in the British Acts and Actions Grid for the policies that we covered. We ended by watching a short video on Samuel Adams and filling in the Founding Fathers Booklet for him.
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Today we began class by discussing and taking notes on the consequences of the French & Indian War. In D & F Block we continued watching a video called "The War Ignites." We then spent the rest of class finishing up the Unit by taking a Double Quiz on Salem, Whaling, Colonial Life, and the French & Indian War.
Monday, January 9, 2017
Today I went over what will be on tomorrow's Double Quiz on Colonial Life, Salem, Whaling, and the French & Indian War. In classes that were behind, we caught up and finished the unit. In all of the other classes we began watching a video called "The War Ignites."
Friday, January 6, 2017
Today in F Block we completed the History Journal called "French" and completed Audio Question 7. In D and F Blocks we also watched a simulation of whaling voyages. In all classes we continued (and in A, B, and G Blocks we finished) talking about the French & Indian War. We will have our double quiz on the unit on Tuesday. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, January 5, 2017
Today during F-Block was the Finals of the National Geographic Geography Bee. In class we began by watching a simulation tracking whaling voyages and the realization that humans overhunted whales to near extinction. We then completed a history journal that we called "French" and we completed Audio question 7. After we discussed the journal we took part in a short discussion and presentation on the French & Indian War.
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Today during E-Block was the Semifinals of the National Geographic Geography Bee. In class we began with a history journal that we called "Whaling" and we completed Written Text question 3. After we discussed the journal we took part in a short discussion and presentation on Whaling in Colonial New England. Tomorrow we will learn about the French & Indian War.
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Welcome Back! Today we kicked off the New Year by taking part in the Preliminary Round of the National Geographic Geography Bee.
Friday, December 23, 2016
Today we finished off the calendar year by watching a review video. Have a fun and safe holiday break! See you in 2017!
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Today in class we played the Colonial Economy Game. We will finish off the year tomorrow by watching a review video.
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Today we began class by finishing the Salem Video and answering the Video Focus Questions. After we went over the answers to the Focus Questions as a class we began the Colonial Economy Game. We will continue playing tomorrow!
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Today we began class by talking about the Colonial Economy Game and I passed out the important reading that goes along with it. I emphasized the importance of the reading in successfully playing Wednesday's game. We then learned more about Early Colonial Life in the American Colonies. Specifically we talked about Colonial Capitalism, Piracy, the Role of Women, and the Great Awakening. Be sure to READ the Colonial Economy Game Reading tonight in preparation for Wednesday's Big Game!
Monday, December 19, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Farming" and we completed Written Text Question 5. After the journal entry we learned about Early Colonial Life in the American Colonies. Specifically we talked about the three regions: New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies. We also talked about the Triangle Trade and the Theory of Mercantilism. According to mercantilism, colonies exist for the sole economic benefit of the mother country and colonists are of secondary importance. We will finish our discussions tomorrow and then continue watching the Salem Video on Wednesday.
Friday, December 16, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Metacomet" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 10. After the journal entry we learned about King Philip's War by reading a short article together and answering questions in class together. We then began watching a video on the Salem Witch Trials to reinforce what we had learned over the past few days in class and we answered Video Focus Quetions about the video. Finally B & G Blocks took a test on the Thirteen Colonies using their Thirteen Colonies Booklets. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Parris" and we completed Written Text Question 5. After the journal entry we continued learning about the Salem Witch Trials for a few minutes. Finally A, D, & F Blocks took a test on the Thirteen Colonies using their Thirteen Colonies Booklets on the test.
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Trial" and we completed Image Question 9. After the journal entry we finished the Thirteen Colonies presentations and the Thirteen Colonies Booklet Graphic Organizer. We then began learning about the Salem Witch Trials. Tomorrow we will take a test on the Thirteen Colonies and be allowed to use the Booklet and notes for the test.
Tuesday, December 13, 2016
Today we continued to present the Thirteen Colonies presentations in class and filled in the Thirteen Colonies Booklet Graphic Organizer as our classmates presented.
Monday, December 12, 2016
Today we presented the Thirteen Colonies presentations in class and filled in the Thirteen Colonies Booklet Graphic Organizer as our classmates presented.
Friday, December 9, 2016
Today we met in the B-320 Computer Lab and we finished up researching and preparing Thirteen Colonies Presentations. You will present to your classmates on Monday. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Today we met in the B-320 Computer Lab. I showed you some of the resources available (some on my website) to help you in researching and preparing your Thirteen Colonies Presentations. I also stayed after school today in the Library for those of you who wanted extra time on the project. We will finish up creating our presentations in class tomorrow and you will present them to your classmates on Monday.
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Today we began class by meeting in our Jigsaw Groups to teach and learn about the Plymouth Colony. We then took a Quiz (using our notes) on the Plymouth Colony. Your grade will be based on how well you do (30%) and how well you taught your teammates (70%). At the end of class we went over the Thirteen Colonies Presentation that we will be researching and creating in teams tomorrow and Friday. I will be after school tomorrow in the Library for those of you who need extra time.
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Justified" and we completed Written Text question 3. After we discussed the journal entry we finished the video on the Pilgrims. We then took a Quiz on Desperate Crossing. After the Quiz we broke down into teams and poster groups to work on a Plymouth Colony Jigsaw. In our poster groups we each learned about one particular aspect of life in Plymouth Colony. Tomorrow we will teach our teammates what we learned and then take a Quiz on that. Your grade will be based on how well you do (30%) and how well you taught your teammates (in other words how well they do on the section that you taught them: 70%).
Monday, December 5, 2016
Today in class we continued the video on the Pilgrims, which we will finish tomorrow and take a Quiz on it. Tomorrow we will also continue learning about the Pilgrims by learning about the Plymouth Settlement in a Jigsaw Activity.
Friday, December 2, 2016
Today was the first day of the second Trimester in history class. In class we finished our discussion and notes on the English settlement at Jamestown. We then started a video and focus questions on the Puritans and Seperatists who left on the Mayflower headed for the northern boundary of the Virginia Colony. They, of course, strayed from their course and landed in Cape Cod. We will continue learning about the Pilgrims next week. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Today I passed back the Unit Test on Renaissance, Reformation, Inquisition, & Exploration. We then went over the Unit Objectives for our new unit on Colonial America. Finally we held a discussion and took notes on the English settlement at Roanoke and the Jamestown Colony.
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Today we had our Unit Test on the Renaissance, Reformation, Inquisition, & Exploration.
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Renaissance, Reformation, Inquisition, & Exploration Unit Test |
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Tuesday, November 29, 2016
Today we postponed the Unit Test because my website was down last night. Instead we started the Unit on Colonial America. We began with a pretest and then did a history journal entry that we called "Anasazi." We completed image questions 7 & 3. After we discussed the journal entry we took notes and held a discussion on the First Americans. We will have the Test on the Renaissance, Reformation, Inquisition, & Exploration tomorrow no matter what!
Monday, November 28, 2016
Today we started class by honoring a few people for the Wall of Fame for their excellence in journaling. We then reviewed what will be on tomorrow's Unit Test on the Renaissance, Reformation, Inquisition, & Exploration and how you should study tonight. Finally, we played a Jeopardy Review game to review for the test. Be sure to study well tonight!
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Renaissance, Reformation, Inquisition, & Exploration Review |
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Wednesday, November 23, 2016
Today was a half day. In all classes we finished watching the video on the Conquest of the Aztecs and we finished answering the Focus Questions that went with it. I stopped the video multiple times to explain many common misconceptions and to explain current research on the Conquest of Mexico. We also looked at images from the Incan Empire. Have a Happy Thanksgiving and a fun and safe long weekend!
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Conquest of Mexico Day 2 |
1.Mayan Mini-Essay (1-page essay with the following thesis: "The Mayan civilization of 800 A.D. was more advanced than European society at the same time." Be sure to use evidence from class and outside sources if needed).
2.Study for Unit Test and Complete Study Guide
3.Home Discussion Civilization- What makes a society or people civilized?
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Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Today B & G Blocks took an honors vocabulary quiz. In all classes we began watching a video on the Conquest of the Aztecs. I stopped the video multiple times to explain many common misconceptions and to explain current research on the Conquest of Mexico. We filled in the Video Focus Questions together during the video.
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Conquest of Mexico |
1.Mayan Mini-Essay (1-page essay with the following thesis: "The Mayan civilization of 800 A.D. was more advanced than European society at the same time." Be sure to use evidence from class and outside sources if needed).
2.Study for Unit Test and Complete Study Guide
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Conquest of Aztecs Focus Questions
Conquest of Aztecs Video Notes
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Monday, November 21, 2016
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Cortes" and we did written text question 5. After we discussed the journal entry we finished talking about the Aztec and Incan civilizations. I informed you about expectations for the one-page mini-essay in which your thesis will be as follows: "The Mayan civilization of 800 A.D. was more advanced than European society at the same time." Your essay will be due in one week (Monday November 28, 2016) and is LIMITED to a MAXIMUM of One-Page. Grading will be determined as follows: 25% Complete Sentences, 25% Past Tense Verbs, 25% Sufficient Evidence, and 25% Flow.
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The Aztecs & Inca |
1.Mayan Mini-Essay (1-page essay with the following thesis: "The Mayan civilization of 800 A.D. was more advanced than European society at the same time." Be sure to use evidence from class and outside sources if needed).
2.Study for Unit Test and Complete Study Guide
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Friday, November 18, 2016
Today in B and G Blocks we took the Exploration Quiz (A, D, & F Blocks took their Exploration Quiz yesterday). We then continued talking about the Mayan, Aztec, and Incan civilizations. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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The Maya |
1.Home Discussion Columbus- Was Columbus a hero? Should we still celebrate him today? Explain.
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Thursday, November 17, 2016
Today in A, D, and F Blocks we took the Exploration Quiz (B & G Blocks will take their Exploration Quiz tomorrow). We then continued talking about the Mayan, Aztec, and Incan civilizations. Tomorrow we will finish the unit and our discussions of the Native American state-level societies.
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Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Today we finished learning about the Dutch, French and English Explorers. We also began talking about the native civilizations that existed in the Americas at the time of European contact. Tomorrow we will learn about the Maya and Aztec civilizations after our Quiz on Exploration.
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Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Today we finished learning about the Spanish Explorers by taking notes and holding a discussion on them. We also discussed the Columbian Exchange and how it transformed the world. Finally we began a discussion on Indian and African slavery and then introduced the Dutch, English, and French goals of exploration.
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1.Columbian Exchange- Read: Age of Discovery Notes (pg. 5-9); Write: What technological advancements made exploration possible at the end of the fifteenth century? What resulted from the Columbian Exchange in both Europe and the New World?
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Monday, November 14, 2016
Today we continued learning about the Spanish Explorers by taking notes and holding a discussion on them. Tomorrow we will finish with the Spanish explorers and then learn about the Dutch, English, and French.
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Spanish Exploration Day 3 |
1.Columbian Exchange- Read: Age of Discovery Notes (pg. 5-9); Write: What technological advancements made exploration possible at the end of the fifteenth century? What resulted from the Columbian Exchange in both Europe and the New World?
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Age of Discovery Notes
Explorers Booklet
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Thursday, November 10, 2016
Today was a half day. In today's class we continued learning about the Spanish Explorers by taking notes and holding a discussion on them. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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1.Iberian Exploration- Read: Age of Discovery Notes (pg. 1-5); Write: Explain why the Portuguese and Spanish each began a period of exploration in the late fifteenth century. What were the similarities and differences between them?
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Wednesday, November 9, 2016
In today's class we learned about the Spanish Explorers by taking notes and holding a discussion on them.
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1.Iberian Exploration- Read: Age of Discovery Notes (pg. 1-5); Write: Explain why the Portuguese and Spanish each began a period of exploration in the late fifteenth century. What were the similarities and differences between them?
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Age of Discovery Notes
Explorers Booklet
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Tuesday, November 8, 2016
In today's class we finished a project called Explorer Facebook, in which you researched one explorer and created a Facebook profile for him. Tomorrow we will learn about the Spanish explorers.
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Explorer Facebook Day 2 |
1.The French, English, & Dutch: Read Textbook Pages 49-52
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1.Wednesday, November 9, 2016
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Monday, November 7, 2016
In today's class we took part in a project called Explorer Facebook, in which you researched one explorer and created a Facebook profile for him. We will finish the project in class tomorrow.
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Explorer Facebook Day 1 |
1.The Spanish: Read Textbook Pages 38-47
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1.Tuesday, November 8, 2016
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Friday, November 4, 2016
Today we began class by reviewing the reasons for Exploration. We then began studying European Exploration by focusing on the Portuguese. On Monday we will research one explorer and make an online profile for him in teams of three. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Portuguese Exploration |
1.Home Discussion Opportunity- What motivates people to leave their homes for the unknown? Why did your ancestors originally come to the U.S.?
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1.Tuesday, January 3, 2017
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Thursday, November 3, 2016
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Ghana" and we completed image question 5 & 6. After we discussed the journal entry we held a discussion and took notes on the African Kingdoms.
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African Kingdoms |
1.The Portuguese: Read Textbook Pages 34-37
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1.Friday, November 4, 2016
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History Journal: Ghana
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Wednesday, November 2, 2016
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Columbus" and we completed written text question 3. After we discussed the journal entry we held a discussion and took notes on how and why the Crusades, Renaissance, and Reformation each led to the Age of Exploration in the mid-1400s.
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The Age of Exploration |
1.African Kingdoms: Read Textbook Pages 32-33; Write: Why were European nations interested in the African Kingdoms?
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1.Thursday, November 3, 2016
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History Journal: Columbus
Homework Format: African Kingdoms
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Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Today we began class by taking the Quiz on the Renaissance, Reformation, & Inquisition. We then talked about the history of Halloween.
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Renaissance, Reformation, & Inquisition Quiz |
1.October Home Discussion Summaries (2)
2.The Age of Exploration: Read the Motives of Exploration; Write: How did the Crusades, the Renaissance, and the Reformation each lead Europe into the Age of Exploration?
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1.Wednesday, November 2, 2016
2.Wednesday, November 2, 2016
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The Motives of Exploration
Homework Format: The Age of Exploration
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Monday, October 31, 2016
Today we began class by discussing regalia in the Middle Ages. Then we held our Mock Inquisition in class. Tomorrow will be the Quiz on the Renaissance, Reformation, & Inquisition.
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The Inquisition Day 3 |
1.Non-Inquisitors, Backups, and Scribes Only: Write a 1 page reflection on the Inquisition presented in class. How do you suppose the real Inquisition impacted society and those who lived through it?
2.Everyone: Study for the Quiz on the Renaissance, Reformation, & Inquisition
3.October Home Discussion Summaries (2)
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1.Tuesday, November 1, 2016
2.Tuesday, November 1, 2016
3.Wednesday, November 2, 2016
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Mock Inquisition Agenda
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Friday, October 28, 2016
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Malleus Maleficarum" and we completed written text question 10. After the journal entry we finished watching a video and answering questions on the Inquisition. We then began the first stages of our Mock Inquisition. Have a safe and fun weekend!
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The Inquisition Day 2 |
1.Prepare for the Mock Inquisition
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History Journal: Malleus Maleficarum
Inquisition Questions
Mock Inquisition Agenda
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Thursday, October 27, 2016
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Inquisition" and we completed written text question 5. After the journal entry we finished watching a video and answering questions on the Inquisition.
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The Inquisition Day 1 |
1.Inquisition- Write: Was the Inquisition a natural consequence of a European society obsessed with religion? Explain.
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History Journal: Inquisition
Inquisition Questions
Homework Format: Inquisition
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Today finished discussing the Protestant Reformation in class. We then began a discussion and video on the Inquisition.
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The Protestant Reformation Day 3 |
1.Reformation- Write: What were the causes and effects of the Protestant Reformation in Europe? How might you argue that the Reformation was an extension of the Renaissance?
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1.Thursday, October 27, 2016
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Inquisition Questions
Homework Format: Reformation
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Dante" and we completed written text questions 5 & 8. After we talked about the journal we continued discussing the Protestant Reformation and we talked about Henry VIII. Tomorrow we will finish with the Reformation and begin learning about the Inquisition.
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The Protestant Reformation Day 2 |
1.Reformation- Write: What were the causes and effects of the Protestant Reformation in Europe? How might you argue that the Reformation was an extension of the Renaissance?
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1.Thursday, October 27, 2016
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History Journal: Dante
Homework Format: Reformation
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Monday, October 24, 2016
Today we began class with a history journal that we called "Martin Luther" and we completed written text question 10. After we talked about the journal we finished discussing Art in the Renaissance. We then spent the rest of class on the Protestant Reformation.
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The Protestant Reformation |
1.Optional Homework (to replace lowest homework grade so far): William Shakespeare- Read handout online and answer the question at the end.
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History Journal: Martin Luther
Optional Homework: William Shakespeare
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Friday, October 21, 2016
Today in class I collected your DBQ Essays. We then talked about Art in the Renaissance. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Art in the Renaissance |
1.Home Discussion Extremism: In what ways have extremists and/or fanatics changed society?
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1.Tuesday, November 1, 2016
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Thursday, October 20, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Machiavelli" and we completed written text questions 5 & 10. After the journal entry we took a unit pretest and then went over the new unit objectives. Finally we took notes and held a discussion about the end of the Middle Ages & the start of the Renaissance.
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Intro to the Renaissance |
1.Read Handout on the Renaissance & Reformation
2.Finish DBQ Essay
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History Journal: Machiavelli
Homework Reading: Renaissance & Reformation
Black Death DBQ
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Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Today we spent the class writing the Black Death DBQ.
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Black Death DBQ Day 3 |
1.Finish DBQ Essay
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1.Friday, October 21, 2016
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Black Death DBQ
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Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Today in class we went over the readings for the Black Death DBQ together and I showed you how to mark up primary source readings and how to make marginal notes. Tomorrow you will begin writing your DBQ in class.
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Black Death DBQ Day 2 |
1.Check Jupiter and Complete Late/Missing Work
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1.Wednesday, October 19, 2016
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Black Death DBQ
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Monday, October 17, 2016
Today you completed the objective section of the Black Death DBQ in History and English class. After you completed the objective section you began planning your essay. Tomorrow we will go over the readings together and I will show you how to mark up a primary source reading.
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Black Death DBQ Day 1 |
1.Check Jupiter and Complete Late/Missing Work
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Black Death DBQ
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Friday, October 14, 2016
Today you took the Unit Test on Rome & the Middle Ages. After the Test you read an article called Kings and Popes. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Rome & Middle Ages Unit Test |
1.Home Discussion Disease: In times of widespread uncontrollable disease or crisis, who or what could you turn to in order to restore hope?
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Reading: Kings & Popes
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Thursday, October 13, 2016
Today at the beginning of class I told you one final story about Black Death in Europe. We then played a review game to review for tomorrow's Unit Test on Rome & the Middle Ages. After school I held a review session to further review for the test and to fill in the Study Guide for anyone who has not already completed it. Be sure to put in a fair amount of studying tonight for the test as it is the first of the year and covers quite a bit of material. Good luck!
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
Today at the beginning of class I went over what will be on Friday's Unit Test on Rome & the Middle Ages. After we discussed the test I finished presenting on the Black Death and we hypothesized how Black Death could have actually helped pull Europe out of the Middle Ages. Tomorrow we will play a review game in preparation for Friday's big unit test.
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
We did not have school on Friday or Monday; I hope you enjoyed a long weekend! Today we began class with a History Journal entry that we called "Children" and we completed written text question 1 & 2. After we discussed the journal entry we read about Black Death and then we began a notes & discussion session. We will finish up with Black Death and our unit tomorrow.
Thursday, October 6, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal entry that we called "Decameron" and we completed written text question 5. After we discussed the journal entry we finished watching a video on castles and we completed the Castle Video Focus Questions for it. There is no school tomorrow so have a fun and safe weekend!
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
I was not in school today because I was on the 7th grade field trip. During class you watched a video on castles and completed Castle Video Focus Questions. We will finish the video tomorrow in class.
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Castle Video |
1.Business Advances- Read: Medieval Towns & Villages and King John and the Magna Carta; Write: What advances in trade, business, and learning took place during the High Middle Ages?
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Castle Video Focus Questions
Castle Offense or Defense
Homework Reading: Business Advances B & G Blocks
Homework Reading: Business Advances A, D, & F Blocks
Reading: King John & the Magna Carta
Homework Format: Business Advances
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Tuesday, October 4, 2016
Not all classes met today because we watched a anti-bully movie at the high school in the morning. For the classes that met, we began with a History Journal entry called "Protection" and completed image questions 2 & 10. After we discussed the journal entry, B & G Blocks took an Honors Vocabulary Quiz. All classes then completed the Castle Offense or Defense Handout in class. Finally, we began the homework on Business Advances in the last part of class.
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Castles & Protection |
1.Business Advances- Read: Medieval Towns & Villages and King John and the Magna Carta; Write: What advances in trade, business, and learning took place during the High Middle Ages?
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History Journal: Protection
Castle Offense or Defense
Homework Reading: Business Advances B & G Blocks
Homework Reading: Business Advances A, D, & F Blocks
Reading: King John & the Magna Carta
Homework Format: Business Advances
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Monday, October 3, 2016
Today you turned in your first set of Home Discussion Summaries. We spent the remainder of class learning about Castles and their important defensive role in the Middle Ages. Re-Takes for the Middle Ages Vocabulary Quizes will be Tuesday after school if you are interested.
Friday, September 30, 2016
Today you turned in your Coat of Arms Projects and Extra Credits. We then watched a short video on the Crusades and we finished discussing the Crusades. Finally we took the Quiz on Feudalism and the High Middle Ages. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Feudalism Quiz & Crusades |
1.Home Discussion: The Arts- How do the arts, such as music, the performing arts, and the visual arts, define a society and culture?
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Quizlet Vocabulary Study Tool Part I
Quizlet Vocabulary Study Tool Part II
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Thursday, September 29, 2016
Today you presented your group Feudal System Projects and I went over what will be on tomorrow's quiz on Feudalism & the High Middle Ages. We then began discussing the Crusades.
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Today I was not in school. In my absence you worked on the Coat of Arms Project. If you did not finish in class, you should do so for homework. Tomorrow you will present your group Feudal System Projects.
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Coat of Arms Project |
1.Prepare to Present Feudal System Project
2.Finish Coat of Arms Project
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2.Friday, September 30, 2016
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Coat of Arms Project Instructions
Practice Coat of Arms
Feudal System Project Instructions (A, D, & F Blocks)
Feudal System Project Instructions (B & G Blocks)
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Quizlet Vocabulary Study Tool Part I
Quizlet Vocabulary Study Tool Part II
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Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Today we began class by working on a worksheet on Heraldry. We also reviewed our learning of Chivalry by conducting a snowball fight. We then took Part II of the Middle Ages Vocabulary Quiz in A, D, & F Blocks. Next we went over instructions for the Coat of Arms projects that you will do in class tomorrow when I am absent. Finally, we spent the rest of class time working on the Feudal System Project in groups.
Monday, September 26, 2016
Today we began class by working on a worksheet on Armor and another worksheet on Weapons in the Middle Ages. We then spent our class time working on the Feudal System Project in groups. I will give you time in tomorrow's class to finish up your projects. A, D, & F Blocks, please don't forget to study for the second part of the Middle Ages Vocabulary Quiz. The quiz will still be on the following 15 words: Agrarian, Canon Law, Castle, Chivalry, Crusades, Feudalism, Keep, Manorialism, Middle Ages, Plague, Renaissance, Sacrament, Secular, Tithe, and Tournaments. A student sent me a good study tool, which can be found below under links. Thank You!
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Feudal System Project |
1.Bring All Materials to Finalize Feudal System Projects & Read Handout on the Crusades
2.A, D, & F Blocks: Study the Middle Ages Flashcards for tomorrow's Quiz
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2.Tuesday, September 27, 2016
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Knight's Armor in the Middle Ages
Knight's Weapons in the Middle Ages
Church Reform & the Crusades (B & G Blocks)
The Crusades (A, D, & F Blocks)
Feudal System Project Instructions (A, D, & F Blocks)
Feudal System Project Instructions (B & G Blocks)
Rome & Middle Ages: Blank Notes
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Rome & Middle Ages Study Guide
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Quizlet Vocabulary Study Tool Part I
Quizlet Vocabulary Study Tool Part II
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Friday, September 23, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Dubbed" and we completed Image Questions 7 & 10. We then talked about the importance of studying for every quiz and test in eighth grade. We then took notes and held a discussion about knights and chivalry in the Middle Ages. I postponed the second part of the Middle Ages Vocabulary Quiz for A, D, & F Blocks until Tuesday. The quiz will still be on the following 15 words: Agrarian, Canon Law, Castle, Chivalry, Crusades, Feudalism, Keep, Manorialism, Middle Ages, Plague, Renaissance, Sacrament, Secular, Tithe, and Tournaments. Have a fun and safe weekend!
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Knights & Chivalry |
1.Home Discussion Chivalry: Home Discussion Summary: Is chivalry dead? Give some examples of how chivalry still remains relevant today in both your family and other families within society?
2.Read Chivalry in the Middle Ages Reading
3.A, D, & F Blocks: Study the Middle Ages Flashcards for Tuesday's Quiz
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2.Monday, September 26, 2016
3.Tuesday, September 27, 2016
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History Journal: Dubbed
Chivalry of the Middle Ages Reading
Knighthood & Armor Reading
The Knight's Code of Chivalry
Feudal System Project Instructions (A, D, & F Blocks)
Feudal System Project Instructions (B & G Blocks)
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Thursday, September 22, 2016
Today we began class by taking our Middle Ages Vocabulary Quiz. Tomorrow A, D, & F Blocks will take Part II of the Quiz on the following 15 words: Agrarian, Canon Law, Castle, Chivalry, Crusades, Feudalism, Keep, Manorialism, Middle Ages, Plague, Renaissance, Sacrament, Secular, Tithe, and Tournaments. After the quiz we worked in groups on the Feudal System Project. We will work on the project again tomorrow and then you will present as a group on Tuesday.
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Middle Ages Vocabulary & Feudalism Project Day 1 |
1.A, D, & F Blocks: Study the Middle Ages Flashcards for Tomorrow's Quiz
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1.Friday, September 23, 2016
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Feudal System Project Instructions (A, D, & F Blocks)
Feudal System Project Instructions (B & G Blocks)
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Wednesday, September 21, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Lord Randal" and we completed audio question 9. After we discussed the journal entry we watched the last two minutes of Dark Ages Part III. Finally we ended class by discussing Feudalism and the High Middle Ages. B & G Blocks will take a quiz on all 30 of the following vocabulary words tomorrow (Thursday). A, D, & F Blocks will take a quiz tomorrow on the following 15 vocabulary words: Carolingian Dynasty, Charlemagne, Clergy, Fief, Franks, Holy Roman Empire, Knight, Lord, Manor, Monarch, Monastery, Nobility, Peasant, Serf, Vassal. On Friday A, D, & F Blocks will take a quiz on the following 15 words: Agrarian, Canon Law, Castle, Chivalry, Crusades, Feudalism, Keep, Manorialism, Middle Ages, Plague, Renaissance, Sacrament, Secular, Tithe, and Tournaments.
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Today we began class with a History Journal that we called "Serfs" and we completed image questions 7 & 10. After we discussed the journal entry we watched Dark Ages Part III. Finally we ended class a little early and I allowed you to begin your homework reading. Tonight you will need to read the Life in the Middle Ages Essay Readings but DO NOT do the essay! Instead of writing the essay you will create a graphic organizer to organize your thoughts that would be useful if you had been assigned the task of writing. Again- DO NOT write the essay!
Monday, September 19, 2016
Today was a half day. In class we took notes and held a discussion introducing Feudalism. Feudalism was a system in which lords and serfs entered into a contract whereby lords agreed to give protection and land for farming to serfs in exchange for a portion of thier crops/goods and labor/services. The system worked because both lords and serfs received something of value to them.
Friday, September 16, 2016
Today in class we began with a History Journal called "Pope Gregory" and we completed Written Text Question 9. After we discussed the journal, we discussed the Early Middle Ages. We then finished watching Part II of the video on the Dark Ages. We finished up by talking about how historians divide the Middle Ages. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, September 15, 2016
Today in class we began by taking our Quiz on Rome. We then celebrated Constitution Day with a short reading that introduced us to the Constitution. We finished up by completing some fun activities for Constitution Day.
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Today in class we began with a History Journal called "Pisan" and we completed Written Text Question 10. After we continued watching Part I and began Part II of the video on the Dark Ages. We will finish Part II of the video and questions on Friday.
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Today in class we began with a History Journal called "Theodora" and we completed Written Text Questions 1 & 2. After we discussed the journal, we continued with our notes and discussion about the Fall of the Western Roman Empire and the start of the Middle Ages. We then continued watching Part I of the video on the Dark Ages and began Part II. We will finish Part II of the video and questions tomorrow.
Monday, September 12, 2016
Today in class we began with a History Journal called "Time" and we completed Written Text Questions 5 & 10. After we discussed the journal, we continued with our notes and discussion about Augustus Caesar, the Roman Empire, and the fall of the Empire. We then began a video showing the fall of the Roman Empire and the start of the Middle Ages. We will finish the video and questions tomorrow.
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Augustus Caesar & the Fall of Rome |
1.Read Byzantium Handout
2.Continue studying Middle Ages Flashcards
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1.Tuesday, September 13, 2016
2.Thursday, September 22, 2016
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A, C, & F Block Byzantium Reading
B & G Block Byzantium the New Rome Reading
History Journal: Time
Dark Ages Video Focus Questions I
Dark Ages Video Notes I
The Fall of Rome Notes
Rome & Middle Ages: Blank Notes
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Friday, September 9, 2016
Today in class we began with a History Journal called "Roman Column" and we completed Image Question 10. After we discussed the journal, we continued with our notes and discussion about the Roman Republic, Julius Caesar, and the Roman Empire. Have a fun and safe weekend!
Thursday, September 8, 2016
Today in class we began by examining an interesting website I found on the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus. After we discussed it we continued with our notes and discussion about the Roman Republic and Roman Empire.
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Today in class we took a Unit Pretest. We then began our first Unit of the Year by discussing the Roman monarchy, republic, and empire. Tomorrow we will continue to learn about life in Rome.
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Today in class we took a Course Pretest. If you finished early you continued working on the Geography Review Assignment.
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Course Pretest & Geography Review Assignment |
1.Geography Review Assignment (Project Grade)
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Geography Review Assignment (Project)
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Thursday, September 1, 2016
Today was the Third Day of School for the year. In class we took a Skills Test Pretest and then began the Geography Review Assignment. Over the extra long weekend, don't forget to purchase the required class materials for the year. Have a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend!
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Skills Pretest & Geography Review Assignment |
1.Geography Review Assignment (Project Grade)
2.Bring in Required Supplies (three ring binder, filler paper, composition notebook, pen, pencil, highlighter, and flash drive (optional)
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1.Tuesday, September 6, 2016
2.Tuesday, September 6, 2016
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Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Today was the Second Day of School for the year. I told you a few stories about me and we reviewed the Syllabus and classroom expectations. If you haven't already done so, don't forget to explore my website and take the survey tonight. I will check the responses on Thursday morning at 6am. Please also get your syllabus signed (all I want back is the last page) and begin to purchase the required materials for the year.
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Second Day of School & Syllabus Review |
1.Explore the Class Website and Take the Class Survey
2.Get Syllabus Signed
3.Bring in Required Supplies (three ring binder, filler paper, composition notebook, pen, pencil, highlighter, and flash drive (optional)
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1.Thursday, September 1, 2016
2.Thursday, September 1, 2016
3.Tuesday, September 6, 2016
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Course Syllabus
Textbook Notice
Home Discussion Instructions
General Grading Rubric
| Class Website
Click Here to Take the Class Survey
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Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Today was the First Day of School for the year. We got to know each other and the classroom a little bit and will continue to do so tomorrow as well. Don't forget to explore my website and take the survey tonight. This is sure to be a really good year!
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Topic |
Assignments |
Due Dates |
Class Documents |
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First Day of School |
1.Explore the Class Website and Take the Class Survey
2.Bring in Required Supplies (three ring binder, filler paper, composition notebook, pen, pencil, highlighter, and flash drive (optional)
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1.Wednesday, August 31, 2016
2.Tuesday, September 6, 2016
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None
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Class Website
Click Here to Take the Class Survey
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