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7th grade critical thinking asian studies dbqs
Vietnam War Reading Comprehension Informational Worksheet and DBQ Cold War
This passage provides an overview of the Vietnam War. 22 questions (identify, multiple choice) questions assess students' understanding of the article. A poem about Napalm helps students make a more personal connection to the feelings of people. 7 multiple choice questions assess them on the poem. 4 cartoons and 5 multiple choice questions take students' understanding to the next level. INCLUDES:*Article (1200-1300 Lexile) *22 questions (identify, multiple choice) *Poem with 7 multiple choic
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Cold War Reading Comprehension Worksheets Bundle United States History
The Sinking of the Lusitania: Solve the WWI Mystery w Primary Source Analysis!
Perhaps one of the most important events of World War One, the sinking of the Lusitania has fascinated kids and adults for years. Use this mystery to harness that fascination and engage students in an inquiry-based mission that they will remember all year long!In this mystery, students are posed with an engaging scenario - they are CIA Agents that must piece together once and for all how and why the Lusitania sank. They are presented with a variety of "exhibits," all cleverly designed to engage
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: GROWING WWI BUNDLE: Higher Order Thinking WWI Activities (SS5H2)
Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire
This lesson always turns the classroom excitement level way up! Students will hear stories of Mongol warriors drinking horse blood on the run and catapulting Black Death carcasses in siege warfare, as well as learn about the Mongol Empire's policies of religious tolerance and egalitarian meritocracy. How did Genghis Khan manage to establish the largest land-based contiguous empire in the world's history? What was it about the Mongols' geography, way of life, military tactics, and ruling styles t
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7th - 11th
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Historical Thinking Skills Activities
Historical thinking is a key skill for students to utilize when examining primary and secondary sources. In order for students to fully understand a source, they must examine it in-depth. These activities are designed to strengthen student's understanding of historical sources. They can be used with any type of historical document.
The Historical Thinking Skills Activities includes:
***Teacher Resources***
1. What is Historical Thinking (A letter for the teacher)
2. Think and Link – the step
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5th - 8th
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Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Project Bundle
Two dynamic renewable and nonrenewable energy sources projects. Student will apply research skills to learn about renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and then apply their knowledge to help a fictional community decide which two energy sources are best for their town. These projects put students in charge of their learning and keep them motivated with real life scenarios while improving their critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking skills, and research skills. Minimal p
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5th - 8th
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MS-ESS3-1
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World War II Nanking Massacre / Rape of Nanking Primary Source Analysis(WW2)
World War II Nanking Massacre/Rape of Nanking Primary Source Analysis Introduces students to the Nanking Massacre using primary source eyewitness accounts from the event. Students learn about war crimes and are exposed to Japan's debate over the extent and nature of the Massacre. This exercise looks at five primary source documents and an excerpt from a Japanese textbook. It is an excellent addition to your World War II Unit. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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The Silk Road DBQ Activity
The Silk Road DBQ product is a Document Based Question activity designed so students can answer the question: Explain how the Silk Road facilitated the spread of trade and promoted cultural diffusion.There are 4 different documents for students to analyze and 7 questions to answer based on those documents so students can understand what they are looking at prior to answering the final essay question.I developed this product on Texas Standards: 4J.4J Readiness Standard and reads: WH.4J Analyze ho
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6th - 12th
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Imperialism in China Reading Comprehension Worksheets Opium Wars Boxer Rebellion
This product contains 7 articles/images for students to look through all related to Imperialism in China. Each of the following is described in detail below. Be sure to check out the preview too! 7 Activities:*Imperialism in China-10 q. matching, short answer*Opium-7 q. multiple choice, short answer*Opium Wars-19 q. true/false, multiple choice, short answer*Spheres of Influence-9 short answer*Boxer Rebellion-18 q. matching, true/false*Timeline of Chinese Imperialism-8 q. multiple choice*Primary
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Age of Imperialism Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Colonialism
Slavery in the Southern Colonies: A Socratic Seminar
Looking for a higher order thinking activity? Need a way to close out a unit on the Southern Colonies? Do you want to do a Socratic Seminar with your students? Students will evaluate three primary source documents to answer document-based questions. Students will engage in higher-level thinking and improve listening and speaking skills during this common-core supported activity. This activity is appropriate for 5th-7th graders and meets the Common Core Standards for Speaking and Listening.
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5th - 8th
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DBQ: Life of a Japanese-American Child Living in an Internment Camp during WW2)
Using PRIMARY Sources in the Classroom. A DBQ activity uses primary sources. Sources can include diaries,posters, music, news articles from the time, anything written by those who participated in or witnessed an event in history. Students review the given documents and use many cognitive skills in processing what they see and read. After gathering information using the documents, students develop an essay answering a question. The topic of this Primary Source(DBQ )is Life of a Japanese-American
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5th - 8th
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Ancient China Chopsticks, Woks and Chinese Food Primary Source DBQ Activity
Add VARIETY to your Ancient China Geography Unit with these two Primary Source DBQ Activities. Learn how to use Chopsticks to select fun facts about the history and use of Chopsticks, the Wok and Bamboo Steamer. Learn about China's geographic Rice/Wheat Divide and how it affects 4 Major Regions of Chinese Food Culture. Sort 12 traditional Chinese dishes into the appropriate Chinese Cuisine. HANDS ON FUN!!Perfect for Stations or Small Groups! See my PREVIEW for everything you'll get! Related Pro
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Ancient China Geography Reading Comprehension, Map, DBQ Activity BUNDLE
Cultural Revolution in China | Examine 6 Accounts to learn its impact in China
In this Cultural Revolution in China primary source analysis activity, students examine 6 primary source accounts to investigate three overarching questions on the Cultural Revolution in China. Through a variety of perspectives, students understand the influence of Mao Zedong, the role of students in launching the revolution, and the horrific impact the Cultural Revolution had in China. As students examine all six accounts, an engaging organizer will assist students in documenting relevant inf
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7th - 10th
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East Asian Religions Unit: Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, and Shintoism
Your students will practice reading, evidence based writing, and critical thinking skills in this complete East Asian Religion Unit (all common core aligned!)Start the unit with a one-class stations activity that introduce the students to the basics of each religions. Delve deeper into each topic with a complete reading, close reading worksheet, a visual organizer, and a document based question worksheet! The document based questions are a great way to check their knowledge and encourage cross-c
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5th - 9th
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Emperor Ashoka and the Mauryan Empire
Students examine Ashoka's impact on Ancient India and the Mauryan Dynasty in this complete lesson, which can also be assigned as homework or a sub plan. They begin by reviewing historical context and geography of Ancient India, then learn about the origins of the Mauryan Empire and Ashoka's Edicts, making cross-cultural comparisons to Hammurabi's Code. They examine primary source excerpts from Ashoka's Edicts, then finish by analyzing Ashoka's incorporation of Buddhism in his governance and dete
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7th - 12th
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Shintoism: Lesson Plan
Engage your students with East Asian religions in a meaningful way with a reading, close reading worksheet, graphic organizer, and DBQ on Shintoism!The Shintoism lesson plan is a complete lesson on the basic beliefs of Shintoism. Students are given a reading with close reading worksheet to ensure they comprehend the text. Then use a graphic organizer pull out the key vocabulary and ideas in the text. Next, students are given secondary source material with words that allows them to answer quest
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5th - 8th
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Early Human DBQ
This DBQ includes primary and secondary sources. The topic is early humans and the question is "What was life like for early humans", there are four subtopics-- art, housing, tools and clothing. There are six documents and ten constructed response questions. Packet also includes a planning page and organizer.
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5th - 12th
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130 Rigorous Physics in Sports Document Based Questions – w/Answer Key
This resource includes 20 rigorous nonfiction selections connecting physical science and physics to sports using document based questions (DBQs) with a provided answer key. These highly interesting selections will capture the attention of students as they use guided questions to illustrate how properties of physics are involved in some of the most popular sports that they enjoy. This 57-page document includes 20 nonfiction sports selections with a total of 130 guided questions and answers. Th
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6th - 12th
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Evidence and Sourcing Lesson: Teaching Historical Thinking - Digital & Print!
This engaging lesson focuses on the Historical Thinking Concept of EVIDENCE AND SOURCING. Students will develop their historical thinking and critical analysis skills, including the following:Making inferencesPrimary vs Secondary SourcesRecognizing Bias and Reliability of sourcesSourcing historical documents using the HAPPY TIME sourcing methodAnalyzing several primary and secondary source documentsThis lesson includes the following materials:Detailed lesson planGoogle slides with big question,
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Historical Thinking Bundle: A Complete Unit - Digital & Print!
Analyzing Renaissance Art: Primary Source Activity
Students will build their understanding of primary sources as they collaborate to analyze five key pieces of Renaissance art to better understand its themes and concepts. A great way to introduce the Renaissance, wrap up the chapter, buffer some time between your last bit of notes and the test, close out Friday or liven up Monday, this student-centered, collaborative, and engaging activity will have you covered. Slides are included to allow for a full class discussion and formative assessmen
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6th - 12th
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History Crime Scene Investigation: CSI Pearl Harbor (World War Two)
December 7th, 1941. A day that will live in infamy. In history there are events that define a generation. For some, that would be 9/11 or the JFK assassination. But for the Greatest Generation, it was the attack on Pearl Harbor, catapulting the United States into World War Two. In this exciting historical investigation, your students will examine real primary sources that provide a comprehensive look at one of the most iconic events in American history. This exciting a
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6th - 12th
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Modern China DBQ: Chinese Communist Party
The longest that a single political party has been able to maintain power over their nation was the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. They were able to hold on for 74 years. China recently saw the 71st anniversary of the rise of the Chinese Communist Party. This raises the question, will the Chinese Communist Party continue to survive?This question is the essential component of this Document Based Question unit. Introduce students to this possibility with an introductory presentation before l
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6th - 12th
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Critical Thinking Activity [CTA] - Bushido Code!
PDF - Critical Thinking Activity [CTA] - Which aspects of the Bushido Code should be omitted if the code were around today? [Immerse your students in a CTA experience like no other! Critical Thinking Questions throughout guide students on a self-paced packet of discovery toward understanding the Bushido Code of Feudal Japanese samurai and shoguns! Students work on primary and secondary source analysis and hone their deductive skills. Get students "hooked" with a reading on feudal Japan and the B
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6th - 12th
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Reconstructing Solomon's Temple (Drawing Activity)
A fun activity that plays to a wide variety of strengths, skill sets and interests. Students will investigate different examples and elements of Phoenician architecture as well as primary source accounts before creating a reasonable sketch of King Solomon's Temple. I have used this with my world history students during the unit on ancient Israel and found that it makes a good research and analysis lesson, and allows for students to have the freedom to explore and draw reasonable conclusions.
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6th - 12th
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China's Golden Age Bundle | Medieval History | Includes Slides, Readings, Essay
This complete unit on the Medieval period in China covers the period 581-1644 A.D. and includes detailed slides, exciting reading activities, guided notes, a step-by-step historical essay assignment, and a final quiz. Perfect for a middle school Medieval history class, or any class on the history of Asia and Asian religions.Students are provided with rigorous activities such as primary source poems and secondary source readings. This bundle will lead your students to become well-versed in the po
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6th - 8th
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