Wednesday, December 4, 2013

APUSH

What does progressive mean?

1. What is a muckraker?
2. Describe the "treason of the senate"
3. What were the two goals of progressives?
4. What do the 17th amendment do?
5. What was the National Consumers league?
6. Describe TR's Square Deal
7. How did TR try to control corporations?
8. What changes did TR make to food and drugs?
9. Describe some of the conservation efforts of TR
10. What was the Panic of 1907?
11. What was Dollar Diplomacy?
12. What Trust Busting activities did Taft do?
13. Describe the republican split and why

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Self Rule

Bell work:
  1. What does self rule (home rule) mean?
  2. Did America have self rule before 1776?

Self Rule for British colonies


1800 Britain

• Colonies in North America, Africa, Asia, India, Australia



Canada

• First colonized by France and Britain

• French more likely to live with and intermarry

• Britain full possession 1763 (7 years War)

• Upper (British) and Lower (French) Canada

• Each province own elected assembly with limited powers

• Durham report-United again, encourage British settlement., and govern themselves in domestic matters

• Dominion of Canada 1867, central government and self rule. Still part of British Empire but….



Australia and New Zealand

• 1770 Captain James Cook

• Maoris-natives of NZ

• Made peace with Britain

• Aborigines-Native of Australia

• 1788 colonizing Australia as a penal colony

• After freed they could buy land and settle

• Free settlers come in next few decades

• Wool trade

• 1860 pushed British to stop sending convicts

• NZ settled slower

• Missionaries convert Maoris

• 1850’s begin self rule

• 1901 constitution, Statute of Westminster 1932 grants self rule completly


• NZ first to grant women the vote 1893

• Native not treated well

IRELAND
  • English control from Middle Ages
  • After reformation Prots sent to colonize
  • Catholics persecuted
  • 1801 formally joined to Britain
  • Catholic emancipation act 1829 restored many Catholic rights
  • Great Famine in 1840's made many starve
  • Of 8 million in population 1 mil died
  • 18% of pop emigrate
  • 12% died
  • Britain prospered 
  • Late 1800's wanted Home Rule
  • Britain refused to protect Prots
  • WWI delayed home rule
  • Easter Rising
  • 1921 Ireland divided into northern and southern with home rule in south
  • 1949 South (Irish Free State) declared independence




Monday, November 18, 2013

Age of Exploration.

Bell Work: why did people begin to explore new lands?
Prince Henry the navigator 
Bartolommeo Dias
Bartolome De las Casas 
Vasco da gama
Christopher Columbus
Pizzaro 
Amerigo Vespucci
Cortes
Ponce de Leon
Coronado
Magellan
Henry Cabot
Henry Hudson
Walter Raleigh 
Jamestown
Caravel
Astrolabe


 

Thursday, November 14, 2013

AP World

France
1. War of three Henrys
2. Henry IV
3. Catherine de Medici
4. St. Bartholemeu's Day massacre
5. Edict Of Nantes
6. Henry III 
7. Bourbon family
8. Cardinal Richelieu
9. Cardinal Mazarin
10.War of Spanish Succession

Finish any of the Asian terms
 
www.quizlet.com 

Friday, October 18, 2013

APUSH Unit 3 Essays

Unit 3 Essay


Answer the following. Due by day you come back from Fall break. Email if you need help.





Describe the course of events from Neutrality to the War of 1812. Discuss presidents and political parties, laws, and actions by both sides. This is an open ended question. There are plenty of things to talk about here. At least discuss examples of 1. presidents and political parties, 2. laws, and 3. actions by both sides. worth 3 points for each of those examples. 1 point is free :) (10 points)









Compare and contrast the political policies of Hamilton and Jefferson. Relate those to the parties each man founded. How did EACH party/person impact the formation of the American government? Give one example of how they put party last in making a decision.

Compare and Contrast worth 5 points. This does not say to list characteristics; compare and contrast.

Their impact is worth another 5 points. Must have impacts of each.

Example of ignoring party is worth 2 points (12 points)









Discuss the election of 1800.(1 point for making it well written) Who ran for office? (2 points) What role did Hamilton play? (1 point) Why was it a revolution? (2 points) What amendment was a result of the election? (1 point) Describe how the constitution was in 'full use' in this election.(2 points) How did this election affect the future of the federalist party? (1 point) (10 points)









Discuss the three points of the American System. What was each point? Explain each point. How did it affect the United States? How did this 'system' exhibit Federalist policies?

Name 3 parts (3 points)

Explain each part (3 points)

How did it affect the US (3 points)

How did it exhibit federalist policies? (2 points)

Must be written in paragraphs

(12 points)









Discuss the Election of 1824. Who ran for office? (2 points) Who won the popular vote? (1 point) Who won the electoral vote? (1 point) What role did the House of Representatives play? (2 points) Why did Jackson call it a Corrupt Bargain? (2 points)

What did this mean for the future of elections and the 'common man'? (2 points) (10 points)

















Monday, October 14, 2013

APUSH October 14

I can explain the causes and effect of the Mexican-American War

Bell Work: What is the problem with adding new states in the 1840's?

Election of 1844: James K Polk vs. Henry Clay
  • Northern border of US
  • immediate anexation of Texas
  • expansion into New Mexico, California, and Arizona
Polk Presidency
  • Oregon Treaty with Britain (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana)
  • Tried to buy southwest
  • Provoked until Mexico attacked
  • Mexican-American War 1846
Issues with the war
  • Slavery
  • Slave Power
  • Gag rule
  • Wilmot Proviso
  • Free-Soil Party
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo 1848

Zachery Taylor won election of 1848

Look Up: 134-143. ID important words and write down important facts

Friday, October 11, 2013

Thursday, October 10, 2013

AP World History Thursday 100 years war

Hundred Years War

  1. What kingdoms fought?
  2. Why did they fight?
  3. How long did it actually last?
  4. How was it funded?
  5. Name some kings involved 
  6. Name a few important battles and their outcomes 

APUSH Thursday Chapter 13 Panic and Texas


Chapter 13 American Pageant 
Panic of 1837
Independent Treasury bill
Mexican independence
Santa Anna
Stephen Austin
Sam Houston
Battle of San Jacinto
Problems with admitting Texas as a state
William Henry Harrison
Long Cabins and Apple Cider
Describe the characteristics of the politician
Platform of the Whigs and Democrats

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

AP World History First Period

Brron's AP World History
Outline the following pages.  If you think I may talk about it, write it down!

Holy Roman Empire and the Italian States: Page 131-133
Crusades: Page 133-134
Urbanization, trade, and Society Page 134-135

Monday, October 7, 2013

APUSH Age of Jackson 2nd Period


Use the American Pageant: Chapter 13
  1. Election of 1828; What political parties were involved? Who was Jackson with?
  2. Spoils system
  3. Tariff of 1828. Nicknames, supporters, opposition, effect. 
  4. South Carolina Exposition
  5. Tariff of 1832 and the "Nullies"
  6. Columbia Convention 
  7. Compromise Tariff of 1833
  8. Trail of Tears
  9. 5 civilized tribes
  10. Indian Removal Act 
  11. What issues did Jackson have with the Bank of the United States?
  12. What was the Bank War? Who was involved?
  13. Anti-Masonic Party
  14. How did Jackson make sure the National Bank would collapse?
  15. Wildcat Banks
  16. Specie Circular 
  17. Whigs, what did they believe?
  18. Martin Van Buren 



Tuesday 10/8 World Civ 3rd and 4th Period

Enlightenment Page 171-176 (answer questions 1-3)
1. Identify terms and names page 176
2. Make a chart with all important figures listed.
3. Answer as it asks using all 3 quotes

page 172 Outline "the Philospohes Advocate Reason (5 points listed)
page 174 Copy Chart and answer two questions

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

APUSH Study guide Unit 3


1.    What was the Hartford Convention?

2.    Name three effects of the War of 1812

3.    What was the "Era of Good Feelings"?

4.    What 3 components made up Henry Clay's American System?

5.    What were important effects of the Marshal Court?

6.    Name 3 cases and their effects

7.    What was the Missouri Compromise?

8.    What is the Monroe Doctrine?

9.    What was the "Corrupt Bargain"

10. Treaty of Ghent

11. Washington's Farewell Address

12. XYZ Affair

13. Quasi-War with France

14. Alien and Sedition Acts

15. Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions

16. Marbury vs. Madison

17. Barbary Wars

18. Embargo Acts 1807

19. Non-Intercourse Acts 1809

20. Macon's Bill (no 2) 1810

21. Tippecanoe

22. War Hawks

23. Explain Hamilton's economic program

24. How does the new nation's debt get taken care of?

25. What was the excise tax?

26. What was the Whiskey rebellion and how was it dealt with?

27. Describe the early issues with Native Americans

28. What was Washington's stance on European issues?

29. Jay's Treaty

30. Pickney's Treaty

31. 12th Amendment

32. Compare and contrast Hamilton and Jefferson (Federalists and Democratic Republicans)

 

Monday, September 23, 2013

APUSH Monday 9/23

I can describe the Era of Good Feelings and the American system

Bell Work: What was the Treaty of Ghent?

Pre-Lecture Questions
  1. What was the Hartford Convention?
  2. Name three effects of the War of 1812
  3. What was the "Era of Good Feelings"?
  4. What 3 components made up Henry Clay's American System?
  5. What were important effects of the Marshal Court?
  6. Name 3 cases and their effects
  7. What was the Missouri Compromise?
  8. What is the Monroe Doctrine?
  9. What was the "Corrupt Bargain"

AP World Monday 9/23

I can describe medieval Europe

Bell Work: Finish Essay-Due in 5 minutes

Pre-Lecture Questions
  1. What was the Carolingian Empire?
  2. What happened at the battle of Tours?
  3. Who was Pepin?
  4. Name a few thing Charlemagne did
  5. Who were the Vikings? Where all did they go? Name a few positive things they did
  6. Who were the Normans?
  7. What was the Norman Conquest?

Friday, September 20, 2013

Dark Ages


Write an essay with sentences and paragraphs discussing the following about the DARK AGES

 

1.      Why is it called that?

 

2.      Describe chaos after fall of Rome. Be specific

 

3.      Discuss the accomplishments of 2-3 people

 

4.      What role did the plague play?

 

5.      Describe the power of the Church

 

6.      According to the video what brought Europe out of the Dark Ages?

 

 

 




Thursday, September 19, 2013

US History Study Guide Unit 3

I can explain the early republic and problems the US faced

Define/Identify/Explain the following
  1. Monroe Doctrine
  2. List first 7 presidents and years in office
  3. How important was it to be a Secretary of State in the early republic
  4. Explain two cases from this unit when the Speaker of the House did something REAL important
  5. Explain the differences between Federalists and Democratic Republicans
  6. Name some people from each party listed above
  7. Explain the Election (Revolution) of 1800 and its significance
  8. What was the role of the US in the wars between France and Britain under the first 3 presidents?
  9. Louisiana Purchase (Power to buy, cost, President, significance)
  10. Alien and Sedition Acts
  11. Embargo Act
  12. Non-Intercourse Act
  13. Marbury vs. Madison case
  14. Barbary Pirates
  15. XYZ Affair
  16. Impressment
  17. Jay's Treaty
  18. Pickney's Treaty
  19. Corrupt Bargain
  20. Election of 1824
  21. Election of 1828
  22. Change in Voting
  23. 12th Amendment
  24. Battle of New Orleans

World Civ Columbus Essay

Using the video America Before Columbus answer the following in an essay with sentences and paragraphs.

1. Describe the landscape and wildlife in America before European arrival.
2. Describe how Europe benifited from your answer in number 1.
3. How was the natural world and landscape in Europe changing, encouraging European exploration?
4. Pick 3 items "exchanged" by the Europeans with the Natives in America.
5. Describe the importance of Corn
6. How did European civilization hurt the natives civilizations? 2 ways
7. How did European civilization hurt the landscape and nature? 2 ways

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

APUSH First three Pres

Pre Lecture terms: Chapter 9 Baron's

  1. Washington's Farewell Address
  2. XYZ Affair
  3. Quasi-War with France
  4. Alien and Sedition Acts
  5. Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions
  6. Marbury vs. Madison
  7. Barbary Wars
  8. Embargo Acts 1807
  9. Non-Intercourse Acts 1809
  10. Macon's Bill (no 2) 1810
  11. Tippecanoe
  12. War Hawks

AP World History Islam

I can describe the rise of Islam and its effect on the collapsed empire. 

BW What do you know about Islam?

Define
Islam
Muslim
Muhammad 
5 pillars
Koran
Shia
Sunni
Caliph 
Jihad
Mecca
Medina 


Monday, September 16, 2013

APUSH Monday

I can explain the troubles and solutions to those troubles in the early republic

Bell Work: The 9th and 10th Amendments do not get much press.  What do they say?


Class Work:
  1. Explain Hamilton's economic program
  2. How does the new nation's debt get taken care of?
  3. What was the excise tax?
  4. What was the Whiskey rebellion and how was it dealt with?
  5. Describe the early issues with Native Americans
  6. What was Washington's stance on European issues?
  7. Jay's Treaty
  8. Pickney's Treaty

AP World Tuesday

I can explain the effect of the fall of Rome

Define:
  1. Manor
  2. Feudalism
  3. Knights
  4. Serfs
  5. Roman Catholisism
  6. Eastern Orthadox
  7. Papal States
  8. Excommunication

AP World History Monday

I can explain the effect of Rome's collapse

Bell Work: Look up Zoroastrianism, Diaspora, Silk Road

Major religions
  • Hunduism
  • Buddhism
  • Judaism
  • Christianity
  1. Main belief
  2. Goal of religion
  3. God(s)
  4. Location and how far it spread

















Wednesday, September 11, 2013

APUSH Constitution information

I can explain the process leading to the ratification of the Constitution

Bell work: Look up the following

  1. separation of powers
  2. Virginia Plan
  3. New Jersey Plan
  4. Great compromise (Connecticut Compromise)
  5. Three-Fifths compromise
  6. Federalist
  7. Anti-Federalist
  8. Bill of Rights
  9. Federalist Papers 
  10. Northwest Ordinance 1787
  11. Judiciary Act of 1789
Lecture Discussing above

Bill of Rights
Paraphrase each. Why was it needed? Relate to British rule


Lecture discussing above

APUSH Constitution Quiz

I can explain the constitution and how it established out government. 

Bell Work: what was Shay's Rebellion? 
 
1. Who has the power to tax? Be specific, article, section
2. Who has the power to declare war?
3. What is the impeachment process?
4. Explain how a bill becomes a law
5. How was president and Vice President determined?
6. Who confirms presidential appointments?
7. What specifically is the role of the Supreme Court? Section, article
8. Explain checks and balances USING the constitution 
9. How are amendments made?
10. Terms of office for President, senator, representative, and federal judge. 
11. Who originally elected senators?
12. How is the president elected?
13. Explain the supremacy cause in Article VI. 
14. Essay. Compare and contrast the Articles of Confederation and Constitution. Make sure to discuss AT LEAST 4 points. 

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

AP World Study Guide Unit 2

I can demonstrate my knowledge of the 'Classical" Civilizations

Olmec
Chavin
Maya
Chichen itza
Tikal

Mauryan Empire in India
Rock and Pillar Edicts
Gupta Dynasty

Qin Dynast in China
Great Wall
Qin Shinhuangdi
legalism
Han Dynasty
Wu Ti

Greece
Geography
Polis, what was it and what groups were included?
Why colonies?
Minoan
Mycenae
Archaic Period
Classical Period
Hellenistic Period
Athens and Sparta compare/contrast
Draco and Solon
Polytheism. Describe Greek gods' qualities and name some important ones
Persian Wars 499-449 BC
Salamis
Marathon
Pericles
Delian League
Socrates
Plato
Aristotle
Peloponnesian League
Homer
3 orders of columns
Name a few scientists
Peloponnesian War
Macedonians
Alexander the Great
Extent of empire
Hellenism
Antigonid
Ptolmaic
Seleucid

Rome 509 BC-476 AD
Republic dates
Imperial period Dates
extent of empire
patricians
plebeians
Carthage
Punic Wars
Hannibal
First Triumvirate
Second Triumvirate
Julius Caesar
Octavius
Pax Romana
Name some Roman poets and scientists
paganism
Diocletian
Edict of Milan
Constantine
Visigoths sack of Rome
Huns
Vandals Sack of Rome
Eastern Empire?




US History Unit 2

1. Lexington and Concord

2. Battle of Saratoga

3. Battle of Yorktown

4. Role of French

5. 2nd Continental Congress (role and duties)

6. Declaration of Independence and Jefferson. What reasons were given for independence?

7. Articles of Confederation (State vs National authority, taxes, war, laws, etc)

8. Constitution (State vs National authority, taxes, war, laws, etc) and James Madison

9. Treaty of Paris 1783 (what did the new US get?)

10. Federalist vs Anti Federalist (Deals with Constitution)

11. Bill of Rights. Why was it needed? Explain a few of them in relaation to British violations

12. Shay's rebellion

Monday, September 9, 2013

World Civ Roman Empire

Pax Romana

  • Started with Augustus
  • 200 years 
  • Rule of Law
  • Common Coinage
  • Civil Service
  • Secure travel for Merchants
  • Distinct groups retained certain customs (Jews)
  • Largest extent of empire under Trajan 
  • Cultural growth 
  • Science
  • technology
Religious Diversity
  • Paganism
  • Mithraism
Christianity 
  • First century AD
  • Constantine 306 claimed throne
  • 312 Battle of the Milvian Bridge 
  • 313 Edict of Milan
  • 325 Council of Nicaea 
  • 391 Official religion 
Division
  • Eastern and Western under Diocletion around 280
  • Constantine moves capitol east to Constantinople 322
  • 2 (4) emperors
  • Rarely unified again 
Fall of Rome
  • Germanic Invasions (Huns, Franks, Goths, Vandals, etc)
  • Weak rulers
  • Size
  • Christianity
  • Corruption
  • Military issues
  • Famine/disease 


World Civ Renaissance study guide

Meaning of Renaissance
The Renaissance occurs after this time period
What was the goal of the Renaissance?
Name 3 events that 'led' to the renaissance and describe how they did
Name 3 advantages that Italy had for the Renaissance starting
Name the powerful Florentine family that 'funded' the Renaissance
What is humanism?
How did Renaissance scholars 'return' to the classical world?
What is a patron?
Decribe 'Renaissance Man' and give an example of one
What were the following people known for? Donatello, Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael
Who was Machiavelli and what did he write?
List two problems of the medieval church
Describe the theology of Luther and Calvin
What were the 95 Theses a protest of?
What was the reaction to Luther from: Pope, Rulers, Peasants
What happened in the peasants revolt?
What book did Calvin write?
Define: Presbyterian, Predestination, elect
Why did Henry VIII start the Church of England (Anglican) ?
How would you describe the Church of England (Anglican)?
Describe the religious beliefs of Henry's 3 children
What happened with the Battle of the Spanish Armada?

AP World Rome notes

Republic 509 B.C.
  • Overthrew monarchy
  • 2 Consuls
  • Senate 
  • Assembly
  • some elections
Social Structure
  • Patricians
  • Plebeians
  • Slaves
  • 12 tables
  • pater familias
Military
  • Carthage
  • Punic Wars 264-146 B.C.
  • Hannibal in 2nd Punic War 218-201 B.C.
  • Rome continued to gain land in Mediterranean 
Collapse of the Republic
  • Small farmers displaced by slaves
  • Roman currency devalued
  • Civil War
  • 1st Triumvirate (Pompey, Crassus, Julius Caesar)
Caesar
  • Consul
  • As general conquered Gaul
  • Was recalled and refused to disband
  • Dictator for life
  • assassinated  
Aftermath
  • 2nd Triumvirate (Antony, Lepidus, Octavius)
  • Actium 31 B.C. Octavius defeated Antony and Cleopatra
  • Took name Augustus
  • Imperator 
  • Pax Romana 

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

AP World Monday


Homer
Archaic
Classical
Hellenistic 
Solon
Pericles
Philosophy
Greek orders of art
Marathon
Salamis
Peloponessian  war
Alexander the Great
Widespread Greek influence 

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Greece


I can explain the development of Greek civilization

BW/Pre class: Minoan and Mycenaean. When did these civ occur? When did they collapse? 10 min

Lecture: Bronze Age, City State, Polis, Athens, Sparta, Classical period (HOT: How did the geography of Greece lead to division?) 25 min

Exit Slip: Compare/Contrast Athens and Sparta.

1.               Who ruled and how?

2.               Role of military/navy

3.               Where were they located?

4.               Describe role of slaves


 

 

Sparta vs Athen

http://resourcesforhistoryteachers.wikispaces.com/7.27

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Trouble 1765-1774

Townsend Acts
Massachusetts circular Letter
Quartering Act 1765
How many troops went to Boston?
Boston Massacre
Committees of Correspndence
Tea tax
Boston Tea Party
Coercive acts (Intolerable Acts)
Quebec Act and what it did
First Continental Congress and its goals
Committees of Observation

Confucianism

I can explain the tenets of Confucianism. 

BW 10 min: What is a philosophy and how can it become a way of life?

Assessment 25 min:
Who was Confucius?  
What did he believe?
How did he impact China?
What are the lasting affects

APUSH road to revolution

I can explain the events that lead to the American Revolution 

BW/HOT. What would it take for you to rebel? 10 minutes 

Lecture 7 years war 30 minutes 

Exit: how did the 7 years war change Erica. Perception s of British rule?

Monday, August 26, 2013

AP world civ

I can describe ancient American civilization 
I can describe classical china and India 

BW 5 min: how did the first people make their way to America?

Assessment to keep as notes but will be checked 20 min. ID the following
Olmec
Chavin
Maya
Chichen itza
Tikal

Mauryan Empire in India
Rock and Pillar Edicts
Gupta Dynasty

Qin Dynast in China
Great Wall
Qin Shinhuangdi 
legalism
Han Dynasty
Wu Ti



Thanks,
Josh Hughes 

Road to Revolution ID Terms

I can explain the series of events that led to the American Revolution

  1. Albany Plan of Union
  2. French and Indian War/Seven Years War
  3. George Washington and the French and Indian War
  4. Pontiac Rebellion
  5. Proclamation of 1763
  6. George III
  7. George Grenville
  8. Sugar Act of 1764
  9. Molasses Act of 1733
  10. Currency Act
  11. Stamp Act 1765
  12. Virtual Representation
  13. Declaratory Act
  14. Sons of Liberty

Thursday, August 22, 2013

US Unit 1 study guide

  1. Columbian Exchange
  2. Middle Passage
  3. House of Burgesses
  4. Mayflower Compact
  5. Enlightenment
  6. Great Awakening
  7. British Government Tradition (Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, etc)
  8. Thomas Paine’s Common Sense
  9. George Washington
  10. Continental Congress
  11. French and Indian War
  12. Proclamation of 1763
  13. Various taxes (Stamp, Tea, Sugar, Coercive Act, Navigation Act, etc)
  14. New England
  15. Middle Colonies
  16. Southern Colonies
  17. Boston Massacre
  18. Boston Tea Party
  19. Glorious Revolution in England
  20. French Colonization and reasons
  21. Spanish Colonization and reasons
  22. The West or “backwoods”
  23. Colonial/British trade

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

AP WORLD HISTORY STUDY GUIDE

http://www.quia.com/pages/jhughes419/page1

Your study guide is on quia.  There will be words I didnt discuss in class.  My advice is to look this over and write down any term you do not know. We will discuss those in class Thursday and Friday.  Your test will be on quia from Sunday evening to class time Tuesday.  TAKE IT BEFORE CLASS TUESDAY.

World Civ Study Guide

World Civ Study Guide Unit 1


Constantine

Charlemagne

Alfred the Great

John I

Gregory the Great

Urban II

Edward III

Richard III

Henry Tudor (Henry VII)

Henry V

Monastery

Vikings

Anglo-Saxons

Franks

Normans

Titles of Nobility (Duke, Earl, etc)

Year Roman Empire Fell

Crusades

Magna Carta

Peasants Revolt of 1381

Wars of the Roses

Feudalism

Black Death

Role of the Church

Parliament in England

APUSH Study Guide

It is on quia.  Click on the link.  There are a lot of terms that were not part of class lecture. My adivce is to look over this. Write down the ones you do no know. We will dicuss/explain anything you need tomorrow and Friday. Test will be on quia Sunday night-classtime Tuesday. You can take it twice. Ill take the best score. http://www.quia.com/pages/jhughes419/page2

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Enlightenment

http://www.lakelandschools.us/lh/gvarley/Enlightenment%20DBQ.htm

Compare/Contrast

Compare and contrast ancient Chinese and Indian
  • When they originated as a civilization
  • Government (how did they get control?, first emperor?)
  • Religion (caste system, reincarnation etc.)
  • Influence from the outside
  • how geography impacted
  • the role of the rivers
  • How they influenced modern society
My advice is 7 paragraphs; one for each point and one conclusion

Monday, August 19, 2013

US History Monday August 19

I can explain the differences between the colonies. 

Bell Work: Why were the colonists taxed?

1. Explain the characteristics of New England, Middle Colonies, and Southern Colonies. 

2. What are some fundamental differences?

3. What are some reasons that uniting them was difficult? 

4. Why did an attack on Boston not necessarily mean war between Britain and all 13 colonies?  

Thursday, August 15, 2013

AP WORLD INDIA and CHINA

http://www.uncp.edu/home/rwb/lecture_asian_civ.htm

The following students are to lead their group of 4 to complete assignment
1. Stamm
2. Samantha
3. Kyra
4. Swingler
5. Luke
6. Poynter
7. Mason
8. Chloe

Groups 1-4 India
Groups 5-8 Egypt

You will teach class important facts:
Rivers
Religion
Origins
Conflict
Government
Trade
Geography
Rise and Fall

Keep it reasonable (less than 15 miunutes of teaching)

Monday, August 12, 2013

Some ID Terms for AP World History

BTW I would suggest buying Cracking the AP World History Exam on Kindle or paperback.  IF you get the Kindle or ebook version you can use your phone and save money.

Ancient History
MAKE FLASHCARDS WITH THESE TERMS/PEOPLE.
  1. Nomad
  2. Foragers
  3. Pastoral 
  4. Paleolithic
  5. Neolithic period dates
  6. Bronze Age
  7. Importance of the river
  8. City-states
  9. When did civilizations become dominant? 
  10. Date for Ancient Sumer
  11. Date of unified Egypt (King Menes)
  12. Babylon and Hamurabi
  13. Hittites
  14. Assyrians
  15. Persian Empire
  16. Barter system
  17. Phoneicians
  18. Hebrews
  19. Pharaoh
  20. Forms of Egyptian and Sumarian writing

Sunday, August 11, 2013

Some ID terms for AP US History

These would be good to know.

ID List Colonization
Spain
  1. Columbian Exchange
  2. Conquistadors
  3. Armada
  4. Encomiendas
  5. Explorers from notes the other day (You already did that)

England
  1. Sir Walter Raleigh
  2. Lost Colony of Roanoke
  3. Armada 
  4. Jamestown
  5. Joint Stock Company
  6. Virginia Company
  7. “Starving time” Jamestown
  8. Powhatan Confederacy
  9. Tobacco’s impact
  10. Chesapeake
  11. Indentured servitude
  12. Headright system
  13. House of Burgesses  
Advise buying "Cracking the AP US History Exam 2013 in paperback or Kindle.  You can use your phone to show the kindle version.