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9th grade government dbqs

Preview of U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Worksheet DBQ: Read and Understand

U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Worksheet DBQ: Read and Understand

With this worksheet, students will learn about the Bill of Rights, the first 10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. They will also learn to engage with the language of primary documents. For this activity, the students will read the actual words of the Bill of Rights. They will then answer fill-in-the-blank questions, define key terms, and answer comprehension questions. NO additional text sources needed. By referring back to the original Bill of Rights, students will learn to engage with lang
Preview of Checks and Balances | Digital Learning Activity

Checks and Balances | Digital Learning Activity

A comprehensive and engaging lesson on the principle of Checks and Balances and its influence on the shaping of the American government. Students will test their knowledge with real and made up scenarios. Digital and Paper copies included!This "Checks and Balances" Distance Learning Activity Includes1) A graphic organizer-based activity that assess your students's comprehension of the branches of government and the impact that it has on the history of as well as the modern United States governme
Preview of Iroquois Confederacy, Great Law of Peace, & U.S. Constitution Influence Activity

Iroquois Confederacy, Great Law of Peace, & U.S. Constitution Influence Activity

In this Native American Iroquois Confederacy government activity, students investigate how the Iroquois Confederacy and the Great Law of Peace (Mohawk, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Seneca, and Tuscarora) influenced the Founding Fathers and the United States Constitution! Students examine a variety of primary sources as they come to understand how the United States framework for government is (in part) due to the government established under the "Great Law of Peace" that governed over the Iroquois C
Preview of U.S. Constitution Preamble Worksheet DBQ: Students Write Preamble in Own Words

U.S. Constitution Preamble Worksheet DBQ: Students Write Preamble in Own Words

With this worksheet, students will learn about the history and purpose of the Preamble of the Constitution of the United States of America. They will also learn to engage with the language of primary documents. For this activity, the Preamble is broken down into manageable sections. Students will begin by answering guiding questions that help them to develop a deeper understanding of each section. They will then deconstruct the original language, section by section, and determine what the Pream
Preview of Adam Smith v Karl Marx Primary Source: Industrial Revolution + Google Apps

Adam Smith v Karl Marx Primary Source: Industrial Revolution + Google Apps

Adam Smith vs Karl Marx Primary Source Activity teaches students about the two competing economic theories that rocked the mid 19th century, laissez-faire capitalism and communism. This activity begins with Smith’s discussion of the effect of the individual on the economy and its advancement, as well as the role of government and monopolies in the free market system. Marx responds with the history of the Bourgeois and Proletarians and his criticism of capitalism, as well as Marx’s opinion on the
Preview of Primary Sources: The Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights

Primary Sources: The Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights

As part of an overall discussion of the influences upon American government, this resource consists of a graphic organizer that divides excerpts from both the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights into sections that students can then paraphrase, either individually or in groups. Doing so makes the speech more accessible to all learners.The resource also includes a series of questions based on each document. The questions, which progress in complexity, also establish connections with speci
Preview of Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists Who's Who Document Based Questions

Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists Who's Who Document Based Questions

This DBQ is a supplement to help students differentiate between Federalist and Anti-Federalist ideals. In the activity, students will read short biographies of six founding fathers. Based on the information provided in the biographies and their prior knowledge of Federalist and Anti-Federalist principles, students will determine which group the founding father belonged to. They will also provide details from the biography supporting their choice. In the second part of the activity, students will
Preview of Women's Rights Movement / Feminism DBQ (1950s-70s)

Women's Rights Movement / Feminism DBQ (1950s-70s)

Feminism / Women's Rights movement of the 1950s-70s. Thirteen primary source documents (text and photographs) with guiding questions, leading up to a DBQ prompt that can be completed in-class or at home. An answer key for the guided questions is provided, and a rubric is included for easy grading.
Preview of Iranian Hostage Crisis & Jimmy Carter: Students examine Crisis & Carter's Legacy

Iranian Hostage Crisis & Jimmy Carter: Students examine Crisis & Carter's Legacy

In this two-part resource on the Iranian Hostage Crisis and Jimmy Carter's presidency, students thoroughly examine the Iranian Hostage Crisis in its entirety before determining if the crisis destroyed Jimmy Carter's presidency. Students read the 1-page text and answer the included student analysis and discussion questions (that make for an outstanding class debate) to understand the origins of the Iranian Hostage Crisis, including the 1953 overthrow in Iran (led by the United States), the role o
Preview of Crisis in Gaza: The Israel-Hamas War 2023 (Updated Frequently)

Crisis in Gaza: The Israel-Hamas War 2023 (Updated Frequently)

This is the best resource to teach your students about the ongoing crisis in Gaza and the Israel-Hamas War of 2023. This lesson is updated periodically to reflect changes in the conflict. This resource includes the following:- Lesson Plan- FAQ formatted reader- Infographics- News Article- Questions- Answer Key
Preview of 2020 Political Party Platform Comparisons

2020 Political Party Platform Comparisons

Created by
Primary Sources
I'm excited to release an updated version of my party platforms assignment, featuring the platforms that were adopted during the 2020 election year! My previous assignment of excerpts from the 2012 and 2016 political party platforms (this is a free download if you want to sample it) were big hits, and the 2020 election produced... SOME new documents for me to use!IMPORTANT NOTE FOR 2020 PLATFORMSAs with all things in 2020, party platforming wasn't the same as it used to be. The GOP and the Lib
Preview of Progressive Era Amendments Primary Source Analysis + Google Apps Version

Progressive Era Amendments Primary Source Analysis + Google Apps Version

Progressive Era Amendments Primary Source Analysis teaches students about the significance of the 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. This is also perfect for substitute teacher plans, and of course, a key is included.** Includes Google Apps version of worksheet for distance learningSave Money! For this product, PowerPoints, primary source worksheets, review, warm-ups, exit tickets,
Preview of Sacco and Vanzetti: Cold Case Files

Sacco and Vanzetti: Cold Case Files

Created by
Reading History
Essential Question: How did the political climate of the United States post WWI lead to the outcome of the Sacco and Vanzetti trial?Nativism, Red Scare, Anarchy, they're all bleeding into the justice system as we dissect the case of Sacco & Vanzetti. Were they innocent or guilty? Did the justice system get it right? Using case files, evidence analysis, and crafting opinions, students will be able to analyze the case for themselves, identify the justice, or lack thereof, served. This analyt
Preview of Declaration of Independence Stations Activity

Declaration of Independence Stations Activity

Students will analyze primary source excerpts from the Declaration of Independence. They will learn why the colonists wanted to be free from British rule. The activity contains 8 stations and 30 questions. Students will spend 3-5 minutes at each station. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions.*This is a great activity to get students out of their seats and moving!*The activity does not require the use of a textbook or teacher preparation.*You can upload the do
Preview of What is Fascism? Rise of Dictators: Mussolini

What is Fascism? Rise of Dictators: Mussolini

How did fascist leaders like Benito Mussolini get so many people to follow him? Answer that question by tricking your students into becoming fascists with this lesson. Turn your class into a fascist regime under the guise of a harmless sentimental team-building activity. Then dissect the term "fascism" using a primary source (Mussolini's "Doctrine of Fascism" speech). This lesson serves as a great precursor to the Rise of Dictators: Mussolini/Hitler lessons. Included: -Directions for Fascism
Preview of Civil Rights Movement DBQ

Civil Rights Movement DBQ

This Civil Rights Movement DBQ includes eight primary source documents (text and photographs) with guided questions, leading up to a DBQ prompt that can be completed in-class or at home. This also includes an answer key for the short questions and a rubric for easy grading.
Preview of Warren G. Harding the Teapot Dome Scandal: Did Harding Know Before His Death?

Warren G. Harding the Teapot Dome Scandal: Did Harding Know Before His Death?

Warren G. Harding the Teapot Dome Scandal: Did Harding Know Before His Death?This lesson on the Teapot Dome Scandal is included in the Roaring '20s, 1930s, and Great Depression Unit Bundle, located here:Roaring 20s, 1930s, Great Depression Bundle! 11 Fun Resources for the 20s & 30s!----In this engaging and hands-on resource, students learn about the Teapot Dome Scandal that took place under Warren G. Harding's presidency in 1923, one of the largest political scandals in American History. Th
Preview of The Powers of Congress | The Legislative Branch |  Digital Learning Activity

The Powers of Congress | The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning Activity

This objective for the powers of Congress will help your students understand the expressed and implied powers of Congress. Students will get the opportunity to examine these powers and think critically about why the Framers of the Constitution included these powers. Give your students everything they need to master this topic with this great activity. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Powers of Congress" Distance Learning activity includes:1) 4 pages of engaging graphic organizers t
Preview of American Imperialism Map Activity (Google Comp)

American Imperialism Map Activity (Google Comp)

American Imperialism Map Activity Is your class learning about the Gilded Age or Imperialism during the 1900s?In this activity, students will use the map to color and label the important areas of American Imperialism during the 1900s. Map activities help students to understand the impact of American imperialism around the world. Lesson Includes:American Imperialism Mapping PDFAnswer KeyLink to editable Google Drive resourceWith this resource, your student will be able to understand and master c
Preview of U.S. History Primary Source Practice Bundle of Resources

U.S. History Primary Source Practice Bundle of Resources

Students struggle analyzing primary sources! These practice worksheets for U.S. History combine primary source excerpts and images with skills to help students think through the different processes they will need to be successful on state exams. Traditional strategies are often not successful in helping students practice the thinking that is required for primary source analysis on state level exams such as the STAAR. After a careful analysis of test released questions, I have determined that a m
Preview of CONSTITUTION SCAVENGER HUNT: Google Drive | Google Forms | Google Classroom

CONSTITUTION SCAVENGER HUNT: Google Drive | Google Forms | Google Classroom

Created by
Mister Harms
To better understand the basic information within the U.S. Constitution, students will browse through this primary source document and find the main ideas regarding the 7 Articles and 27 Amendments. Included are 17 questions about the articles and 27 questions about the amendments. All questions (except for one) will be answered with a number. This is a great way to introduce, study, or review the United States Constitution for your civics unit or for a Constitution Day activity. You may even
Preview of AP Government - Topic 1.1 & More: Declaration of Independence & Ideals

AP Government - Topic 1.1 & More: Declaration of Independence & Ideals

AP Government Topic 1.1: Foundations of Democracy - The Declaration of Independence & Ideas of Limited Government Attention: Lock-in at this introductory price - these lessons will be periodically updated for the course 2019/20-course redesign - I have named these foundations of Democracy - formally Constitutional UnderpinningsThis is Part II of our series for the redesigned AP Government & Politics Exam. This test covers:Limited government | Natural rights / natural laws | Popular Sove
Preview of Articles of Confederation DBQ (Strengths & Weaknesses)

Articles of Confederation DBQ (Strengths & Weaknesses)

Students will be analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. The assignment contains 10 documents and 30 questions. The assignment does not require the use of a textbook. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Students will be analyzing primary source excerpts, pictures, and maps. *I have included an extended response at the end of the assignment. *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please mak
Preview of American Revolution DBQ

American Revolution DBQ

The following is a DBQ on the American Revolution. It includes 9 documents that each have scaffolding questions. The Task asks students to:Using the information from the documents and your knowledge of social studies, answer the following questions that follow each document in PART A. Your answers to the questions will help you write the PART B essay to which you will be asked to: - Identify and discuss at least TWO [2] ways the American colonists protested against Britain before declaring the
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