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Women's History Month government cultural activities for Microsoft Word
USA Citizenship Test
Need a relevant activity for teaching Government or Contemporary Issues? This is a 40 question test compiled with need-to-know knowledge for the actual US Citizenship test. Use this multiple-choice activity as an introduction for Government class to see if your students would even qualify to be American citizens! Or, use it to show how difficult it is for foreigners to become citizens in your Contemporary Issues class. Fun and eye-opening for students as they experience a real-life activity! C
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8th - 12th
Listening Activities: 8 de marzo o mes internacional de la mujer | Interpretive
Comprensión auditiva: 8 de marzo | día y mes internacional de la mujer - Para esta sección, podrás ver seis videos cortos. Mientras ves los videos, circula la respuesta más adecuada, cierto (C) o falso (F), y responde de acuerdo a la información que aparece en el video. El segmento se reproducirá dos veces.Videos incluídos: (Women's International Day | La mujer latinoamericana | Mujeres en la historia | Mujeres en la política)Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz | Yo la peor de todas (4:46 minLa historia d
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Global Issues Awareness Project(s)
This comprehensive project challenges students to inform, raise awareness, and advocate on a global issue of their choice. Students research and plan an awareness campaign to deliver to their community, school, and/or student body. Turn students from passive learners into advocates as they assume the role of teacher as they are challenged to inform and educate their peers about their topic. The project requires students to be creative, innovative and use 21st century skills as they complete
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9th - 12th
Types of Government Posters
I created these posters for my social studies classes last year. Each poster features a different type of government and contains easy-to-understand definitions of each form. Posters also include images representing each of the following eight forms of government:*Oligarchy*Monarchy*Republic*Theocracy*Autocracy*Direct Democracy*Representative Democracy*AnarchyEngaging Activity Idea: I laminated mine, hung them around the room, and had students move to each of them in 2-minute increments (station
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5th - 12th
Julia Child ~ Julie & Julia ~ Movie Guide + Overhead + Word Search
"A party without cake is just a meeting." Julia Child (American chef & cookbook author ~ 1912 - 2004)She was unmistakable. She stood 6'2" tall.And her voice was just as unmistakable.In her own bubbly way, Julia Child brought French cooking to the American table through her cookbook 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking' and through her television cooking show. Included here are follow-along question sheets for two films about this icon of cookery:* Julia Child ! America's Favorite Chef (a
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9th - 12th
Hidden Figures Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"Hidden Figures" (2016) is a biographical drama film that tells the untold story of three African-American women mathematicians - Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson - who played crucial roles at NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. Set against the backdrop of the Space Race and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, the film follows these remarkable women as they overcome racial and gender discrimination to make groundbreaking contributions to the country's s
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Civics Initiative: Flint Water Crisis Writing Performance Task
This performance tasks puts students in the shoes of the Michigan Governor's top advisor. They are working to ensure that he puts Flint at the top of his priority list in the upcoming election. In this document you will have news articles about Flint, a hook including a letter from President Obama, supplementary YouTube videos, a graphic organizer and more!
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4th - 12th
The Best of Enemies (2019) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions/KEY
Using "The Best of Enemies" (2019) in a history class offers a compelling opportunity to explore themes of racial tension, civil rights struggles, and community activism in American history. Here's a rationale for its use:Civil Rights Movement: The film is set in the context of the civil rights movement in Durham, North Carolina, during the 1970s. It provides a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by African Americans in their fight for equality and the resistance they encountered from whit
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Country of YOU: A Create Your OWN Country Assignment!
With this assignment, your student will be able to create their very own country! Complete with detailed directions, a grading rubric, and three different extra credit opportunities, this assignment is great for helping students understand the way in which a government system works! The student will begin by researching various forms of government:
Constitutional Monarchy
Democracy
Theocracy
Dictatorship
Totalitarian
Absolute Monarchy
They will then form a type of government, monetary system,
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6th - 10th
Ancient Civilization Travel Brochure Project
This is an excellent PBL activity for students. You can assign them a civilization or allow them to choose their own. This can also be used as a group project. I have provided guiding questions for each area. Students will gather facts about their civilization in the areas of:
History
Government
Culture
Geography
Economy
and Modern day connections
They will then compile them into a travel brochure. This lesson does include a rubric.
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5th - 12th
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A League of Their Own (1992) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"A League of Their Own" is a sports comedy-drama film that tells the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), which was formed during World War II when many Major League Baseball players went off to fight in the war. The film is set in 1943 and follows the Rockford Peaches, one of the teams in the league.The story centers around two sisters, Dottie Hinson (played by Geena Davis) and Kit Keller (played by Lori Petty), who join the Rockford Peaches and struggle with s
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
He Named Me Malala Movie Guide
"He Named Me Malala" is a great film for discussing world cultures, the Middle East, and of course, the inspirational person that the movie is about. I've included a simple guide with 9 questions that I wrote in preparation for showing my classes. An answer key is also included :)
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6th - 12th
The Help (2011) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"The Help" is a 2011 drama film based on the novel of the same name by Kathryn Stockett. Set in 1960s Mississippi during the civil rights movement, the film tells the story of Skeeter, a young white woman who decides to write a book about the experiences of black maids working in white households.Skeeter enlists the help of Aibileen and Minny, two black maids who are initially hesitant to speak out but eventually agree to share their stories with her. As they work together to compile the book, S
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Dreamgirls (2006) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Dreamgirls" (2006) is a musical drama film directed by Bill Condon, based on the 1981 Broadway musical of the same name. The movie follows the rise to fame of a fictional girl group called "The Dreams" in the 1960s and 1970s.Set in the turbulent era of the music industry, the story revolves around Effie White (played by Jennifer Hudson), Deena Jones (played by Beyoncé Knowles), and Lorrell Robinson (played by Anika Noni Rose), three talented African American singers in Detroit. They are discove
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Jamie Foxx Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
The Kite Runner (2007) Movie Viewing Guide:Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"The Kite Runner" (2007) is a film adaptation of Khaled Hosseini's acclaimed novel of the same name. The story revolves around Amir, a young boy from Kabul, Afghanistan, and his complex relationship with his childhood friend Hassan, the son of his family's servant.Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's tumultuous history, including the Soviet invasion and the rise of the Taliban regime, the narrative follows Amir's journey of redemption and reconciliation. After witnessing a traumatic event t
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Suffragette (2015) Summary/Vocabulary/Movie Questions: US/Woman's History
"Suffragette" is a historical drama film released in 2015, directed by Sarah Gavron and written by Abi Morgan. The film stars Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter, and Meryl Streep. The movie is set in early 20th century England and follows the story of Maud Watts (Carey Mulligan), a working-class woman who becomes involved in the women's suffrage movement. Maud's involvement in the movement becomes more and more radical as she faces violence and discrimination from both the government and socie
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: Women's History Movie and Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Amistad (1997) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
Amistad is a 1997 historical drama film directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the true story of the 1839 mutiny aboard the slave ship La Amistad, where a group of captive Africans revolted against their captors and attempted to regain their freedom. The film explores the legal and moral complexities of the case as the Africans were put on trial in the United States and the ensuing political, social, and moral debates that arose as a result. The movie stars Djimon Hounsou, Morgan Freeman, Anthon
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
History & Criminal Justice: Hate Crimes Public Service Announcement Project (PSA
Students create a PSA poster relating to hate crimes.
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9th - 12th
Milk (2008) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions/KEY
Milk (2008) is a biographical film directed by Gus Van Sant. The movie tells the story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay person to be elected to public office in the United States.The film starts in 1970s San Francisco, where Harvey Milk, a middle-aged closeted man, and his partner Scott Smith move to the city and open a camera shop in the Castro District. Milk becomes a prominent figure in the gay community and is eventually elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.Throughout the mo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Psychology of Gender/Sexuality Movie Guide BUNDLE
Crip Camp (2020) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution" is a 2020 documentary film directed by Nicole Newnham and James LeBrecht. The film follows the story of a summer camp in the 1970s called Camp Jened, located in the Catskill Mountains of New York. The camp became a haven for young people with disabilities, offering a unique and empowering experience that encouraged self-expression, camaraderie, and activism.The documentary focuses on the campers' experiences and how their time at Camp Jened inspired them to b
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Respect (2021) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Respect" is a biographical drama film released in 2021, directed by Liesl Tommy. The film tells the inspiring story of the legendary singer Aretha Franklin and her rise to fame. Here's a quick summary of the movie:Plot Summary: "Respect" chronicles the life of Aretha Franklin (played by Jennifer Hudson), from her early years growing up in Detroit to becoming an international music icon. The film delves into Aretha's personal struggles, triumphs, and the challenges she faced on her journey to su
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
I Am Woman (2019) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"I Am Woman" is a biographical drama film released in 2019, directed by Unjoo Moon. The movie tells the inspiring story of the Australian singer and songwriter Helen Reddy, portrayed by Tilda Cobham-Hervey.Summary: The film chronicles Helen Reddy's journey as she rises to fame in the 1970s, becoming a pioneering figure in the music industry and a feminist icon. It highlights her struggles, triumphs, and the impact of her empowering anthem, "I Am Woman," which became an anthem for the women's lib
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Women's History Movie and Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Coco avant Chanel ~ Coco Before Chanel ~ Movie Guide + Word Search + Overhead
“A woman can be overdressed but never be over elegant." Coco Chanel (French fashion designer ~ 1883 - 1971) No French class would be complete without some mention of Coco Chanel, a woman who changed fashion history forever, getting women out of the corset and into comfortable casual and evening wear. From extremely humble beginnings, Chanel rose to a place of world renown, and all at a time when women in the business world had few advantages. These film questions go with the movie Coco avant
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9th - 12th
Betty and Coretta (2013) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Betty and Coretta" is a television film that premiered in 2013. The movie tells the story of Betty Shabazz, the wife of Malcolm X, and Coretta Scott King, the wife of Martin Luther King Jr. It focuses on their lives after the assassinations of their husbands. The film explores how Betty Shabazz (played by Mary J. Blige) and Coretta Scott King (played by Angela Bassett) coped with the loss of their spouses and became single mothers, all while continuing their husbands' legacies and fighting for
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Martin Luther King MLK Movies/Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
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