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8th grade social studies dbqs on sale
Reconstruction DBQ Stations: Black Codes, Sharecropping, Lost Cause, Jim Crow
Why do so many American students mistakenly believe the Civil War was about states rights? Why do so many Americans fly the Confederate flag as a symbol of southern pride when the Confederacy broke from the Union and started a Civil War? Were formerly enslaved African Americans really free after the Civil War? These are difficult questions that will be answered in this student centered Reconstruction stations activity. Teach the horrors of Reconstruction using primary source documents so student
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Nationalism Congress Vienna Italian & German Unification Stations & Case Study
Essential Question: Was nationalism a positive force in shaping world events?Print & Go! Everything is done for you! These are a Google documents that can edited and changed as you see fit.Change your World history class. Throw out the textbook to instead teach with different engaging sources. This complete Nationalism Unit takes boring readings and turns them into stations activities and case studies, making them more memorable. In this lesson students will study the history of nationalism
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7th - 12th
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ULTIMATE COMPLETE U.S. / AMERICAN HISTORY CURRICULUM
Why this is better than any other US History Curriculum on TpT: - What you WILL NOT find from any other seller on TpT.... recorded videos for EACH LESSON for the ENTIRE curriculum that follows the included PowerPoints/Notes EXACTLY. The videos are optional, but can be used to teach the curriculum for you in class, used for student absences, quarantines, virtual students or sub plans (!!!), or just to help you brush up on topics that may be new to you. There are MANY ways to use these UNIQUE addi
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
DBQ Practice : US History - The War of 1812
Help your students hone their DBQ skills!
This DBQ Practice question is based on the War of 1812
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The War of 1812 came at the time of the ongoing Napoleonic Wars. France and Britain were still fighting, and for years American leaders had tried to stay neutral and avoid involvement. President Thomas Jefferson continued to try and maintain an impartial stance, but when both countries encroached on American trading rights, Jefferson called upon Congress to enact the Embargo of
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8th - 12th
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World History Year Long Course Bundle- Everything you Need! DBQs & Activities
World History Year Long Course Bundle- Everything you Need! DBQs & ActivitiesThis is an inclusive world history!Print & Go! Or edit as you see fit!Do you teach World History or AP World History? These activities, DBQs, and assessments cover all the CA World History standards for Grade 10 in fun and engaging units.Included:- All necessary readings- Activities (poster projects, stations activities, DBQs,- Video links with QR codes- Graphic Organizers- Assessments- DBQs- Dozens of primary s
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7th - 12th
How did colonization work? DBQ Case Study King Leopold II in the Congo
How did colonization work? Case Study King Leopold II in the CongoEssential Question: What was the impact of European colonization and imperialism on the world?This is a google document for you to edit as you see fit.Belgium is a small country in the north of Europe. It was ruled by King Leopold II from 1865 to 1909. His actions in Africa were greedy and cruel. Many European countries wanted to colonize distant parts of the world in order to exploit the resources and "civilize" the inhabitants o
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7th - 12th
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Andrew Jackson, Spoils System, Trail of Tears, Corrupt Bargain, Bank War, DBQ
This DBQ will guide your students through Andrew Jackson's presidency with readings, political cartoons, charts, maps, a graphic organizer, and a 2 part project at the end. The goal of this DBQ is to help your students use factual evidence to answer the question: How should Andrew Jackson be remembered? This product includes:*A student explanation of a DBQ*Background information on Andrew Jackson*Graphic organizer to help students organize their evidence*Document A: The election of 1824 and the
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5th - 12th
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Women’s Suffrage Stations Activity with Primary Sources & Political Cartoons
Women's Suffrage 1920's Political Cartoon & Primary Source Inquiry ActivityStations Activity with Teacher Answer Guide!Essential Question: Were the social reforms of the 1920’s positive or negative for the United States?Women had to fight for equal rights. Many students don't realize much of American society was opposed to the 19th Amendment in the 1920's. This lesson has students will work in groups and answer guided reading questions and they unpack each authors argument. Students will unp
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8th - 12th
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Nationalism: Congress of Vienna, Revolutions 1848, German & Italian Unification
Essential Question: Was nationalism a positive force in shaping world events?Print & Go! Everything is done for you!Change your World history class. Throw out the textbook to instead teach with different engaging sources. This complete Nationalism Unit takes boring readings and turns them into stations activities and case studies, making them more memorable. In this lesson students will study the history of nationalism from the Congress Vienna all the way to current issues of nationalism, su
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7th - 11th
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Global Effects of WWI DBQ Stations Activities & Poster Gallery Walk Google Drive
Global Effects of WWI DBQ 2 Stations Activities & Gallery WalkInclusive & Cooperative Learning for History ClassEssential Question: What were the consequences of World War I for nations, ethnic groups, and people?This is a google drive document for you to edit as you see fit.Part 1: Global Look at WWI Poster Gallery WalkWhole Class: WWI Introduction ReadingGroup 1: Women's Rights Group 2: Conceptions of RaceGroup 3: Armenian GenocideGroup 4: RefugeesPart 2: Global Effects of WWI Stations
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7th - 12th
Analyze Text of the Constitution - Legislative Branch - DBQ Assignment
Engage your students in a thought-provoking exploration of the United States Constitution with this comprehensive primary source activity focusing on Article 1, Section 8. This meticulously crafted resource is designed to foster critical thinking, textual analysis, and a deep understanding of the powers delegated to Congress.Key Features:Primary Source Focus: Dive into the heart of the Constitution by honing in on Article 1, Section 8. Uncover the powers granted to Congress and encourage student
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: United States Constitution Mega Unit Bundle
Industrial Revolution Stations, DBQ, Primary Source Inquiry, Assessment, & More
This fun Industrial Revolution Complete Unit Packet is intended to be used instead of a textbook for more enriching learning, but can also be used as supplemental material. It includes an incredible set of over two weeks of material for a complete, interactive unit! There are more than 25 resources included, many pictures, drawings, photos, poetry, journal entries, and more types of primary and secondary sources. Every day is planned out with lesson plans that have engaging success when teaching
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Industrial Revolution Unit Bundle
The Global Effects of the Industrial Revolution Imperialism & Slave Trade DBQ
The Global Effects of the Industrial Revolution Imperialism & the Slave Trade DBQ ActivityEssential Question: How did the Industrial Revolution affect the people of the world?This is a google document that can be edited as you see fit.Included:All necessary readings (many of primary sources included!)Introduction ReadingGuided reading questionsStations Activity with source analysis workShort Essay AssessmentIntroduction ReadingsThe Spread of the Industrial Revolution by Khan Academy (Modifie
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Industrial Revolution Unit Bundle
U.S Imperialism Cooperative Bundle Unit: Case Studies, Jigsaws, & Stations
U.S. Imperialism Bundle UnitCovers U.S. imperialism with all the nuances and modern day connections that it deserves. U.S. imperialism continues to impact the lives of millions of people around the world today, as Puerto Ricans, Guamanians, and Virgin Islanders are Americans but are not able to vote for President. Many American students do not understand that U.S. imperialism directly conflicted with many of the core beliefs of U.S. democratic values, such as Wilson's notion of self determinism.
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8th - 12th
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DBQ Writing *Great Intro How to Write a DBQ with Outside INFO*
*Current Event charts/articles/people for September 1 2013*
Lesson plan with PPT's about how to write and develop a DBQ and also includes a important activity that really helps all kids especially weaker writers how to come up with and develop their own Outside Information.
The hardest thing for kids to do with a DBQ is to develop into a detailed specific essay with their own information. By practicing this activity, it specifically shows them how to incorporate their own information and write
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4th - 11th
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World History WWI Complete Bundle Unit: DBQ Activities, Inquiry Work, Posters
All the three activities below cover all of the CA Grade 10 History Standards for WWI World History My work includes dozens of primary sources, including much poetry and art, to bring history to life.These are all google documents for you to edit as you see fit. M.A.I.N. Causes of WWI (Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism)Essential Question: What happens to the way a society defines “we” and “they” in the midst of the chaos and violence caused by war?Historical Investigation Question:
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7th - 11th
DBQ Practice : US History - Sectionalism
Help your students hone their DBQ skills!
Since many students can get overwhelmed doing full DBQs, sometimes they need help and can gather confidence by strengthening their ability to analyze sources effectively.
This dbq practice worksheet is a political cartoon analysis.
This primary source political cartoon titled "Forcing slavery down the throat of a Freesoiler" is about the political division circa 1856 and how slavery was one of the major causes of American sectionalism in the early 19
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8th - 12th
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Jamestown DBQ
This Jamestown DBQ is a great way for students to practice evaluating primary and secondary sources to help deepen their understanding of a topic. The DBQ asks students to read an excerpt from The Starving Time and answer an in depth question to show their understanding. Includes:- Jamestown DBQ in PDF Printable format- Jamestown DBQ in Google Forms for easy gradingThis DBQ covers Tennessee CCSS:SS 8.1 - Explain the founding and development of Jamestown as the first permanent English colony, its
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: US History BUNDLE - Jamestown
World History WWI Complete Bundle Unit: DBQ Activities, Inquiry Work, Posters
All the three activities below cover all of the CA Grade 10 History Standards for WWI World History My work includes dozens of primary sources, including much poetry and art, to bring history to life. M.A.I.N. Causes of WWI (Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, Nationalism)Essential Question: What happens to the way a society defines “we” and “they” in the midst of the chaos and violence caused by war?Historical Investigation Question: How did alliances, imperialism, nationalism, and militarism l
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7th - 12th
Robber Baron or Captain of Industry: Industrialization Cartoon Stations Activity
Over the course of the late 1800s, entrepreneurs like Thomas Edison, Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller and J.P. Morgan helped to shape the growth of American industry. Some people saw them as Captains of Industry because they were inventive, hardworking and led the way in the rise of American business. Others saw them as Robber Barons because they were ruthless and self-centered entrepreneurs whose aggressive business practices destroyed the smaller competitors and drove many companies out of
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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How did colonization work? DBQ Case Study King Leopold II in the Congo
How did colonization work? Case Study King Leopold II in the CongoEssential Question: What was the impact of European colonization and imperialism on the world? Belgium is a small country in the north of Europe. It was ruled by King Leopold II from 1865 to 1909. His actions in Africa were greedy and cruel. Many European countries wanted to colonize distant parts of the world in order to exploit the resources and "civilize" the inhabitants of these less-developed countries. Leopold's cruel, greed
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7th - 11th
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Also included in: Colonization Unit Bundle: Readings, Activities, DBQ, Graphic Organizers
U.S. Immigration, Industrialization and Urbanization PDF Activities Bundle
U.S. Immigration, Urbanization and Industrialization Bundle Unit Activities(Tons of group readings with multiple sources to compare & contrast, all with primary sources included, and guided reading questions.)*INCLUSIVE HISTORY* Includes the history of women, Black Americans and Latinx. Get rid of the textbook and stop lecturing to create a more engaging and exciting history class.Includes:- Cooperative Jigsaw Activities - Timeline Activity- Political Cartoon Activity- Stations Activities- G
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8th - 12th
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Declaration of Independence Document-Based Question Set (DBQ)
A meticulously crafted product tailored to immerse educators and students in a dynamic exploration of this topic. This comprehensive exam kit goes beyond traditional assessments, incorporating engaging stimuli in documents to stimulate critical thinking and enhance historical understanding.Key Features:Stimulating Visual and Document-Based Questions: Elevate assessment experiences with authentic documents that bring this period to life. Each multiple-choice question is carefully designed to prom
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7th - 12th
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Political Cartoon Analysis (Document-Based Questions - DBQ)
An innovative product designed to empower educators in guiding students through the intricate world of political cartoons. This resource is a dynamic chart that serves as a comprehensive toolkit, equipping students with the skills needed to deconstruct and comprehend visual messages effectively.Key Features:Visual Literacy Mastery: Navigate students through a systematic process of visual analysis with a user-friendly chart. This tool empowers learners to unlock the layers of meaning embedded in
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8th - 11th
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