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Government dbqs for Microsoft Word
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
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5th - 11th
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Conspiracy Theory? Kennedy Assassination- AWESOME INQUIRY LESSON-3 days
With this lesson students play detective, look at suspects and theories, and rule out those theories relating to the Kennedy Assassination.
This includes 11 Documents and videos to help students question suspects and rule out theories to have them develop their own belief as to who killed JFK.
I LOVE this inquiry lesson because I had my students use posters and create web links similar to most detectives on crime shows.
THEY LOVED THIS!
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Not Grade Specific
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Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 Primary Source Worksheet
Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 Primary Source Worksheet This primary source worksheet allows students to directly analyze the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882. This primary source document allows students to learn about the treatment of Chinese immigrants and how Chinese laborers are viewed within the United States during the late 1800s.The worksheet includes 18 guided questions and an answer key for the teacher. The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 is included with the worksheet. This worksheet is gre
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Immigration Primary Source Worksheet Collection
DBQ Constitution Debate--Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists
One of the most interesting topics in any U.S. History class is the development and ratification of the Constitution. This packet includes documents that guide students towards answering the question, "Should the Constitution be ratified?" The question is posed in the present tense, because ideally, students take the role of Federalist or Anti-Federalist in debating the merits and drawbacks of the Constitution. The packet includes sentence starters, space for students to list the most relevan
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6th - 12th
1st Amendment- Freedom of Speech Lesson
Engaging 1st amendment lesson on the controversial topic of Freedom of Speech. Lesson can be used for students to work through independently on computer or tablet. Teachers can also utilize this lesson as a teacher guided resource. Personally, I have used this lesson in Edmodo, Google Classroom, and Versal Course. It includes videos and articles along with discussion based questions to check for understanding.
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7th - 12th
US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Infographics Analysis Lesson
Teach your students about the US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through analyzing various infographics with this engaging lesson plan. This activity provides a comprehensive overview of GDP and includes:Observation and comparison of US GDP to other countriesAnalysis of changes in US GDP over timeIdentification of the types of spending that make up US GDPAnd more!This lesson is perfect for promoting critical thinking and data analysis skills. Help your students understand the significance of GDP an
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9th - 12th
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Richard Nixon and the Watergate Scandal: Document Based
This assignment contains six primary sources covering President Nixon and the Watergate Scandal.(1.) G. Gordon Liddy Quotes Regarding the June 17, 1972 Watergate Break In(2.)"Nixon as Pinocchio," John Pierotti for the New York Post, 8 June 1973,(3.) Anthony Lewis on the Integrity of Archibald Cox. For Times Magazine. (4.) "I am not a crook" political cartoon, Published in the Washington Post 1974.(5.) Richard Nixon’s Resignation Letter(6.) "Pardon Me Gerald.." 1976 Presidential Election ButtonE
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9th - 12th
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Articles of Confederation Gallery Walk
Students will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. The activity contains 10 documents and 30 questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Students will be analyzing pictures, maps, and primary source excerpts.*I have included a writing piece at the end of the activity. *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.Docum
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: American History Gallery Walk Bundle (US History)
Underground Railroad DBQ/Stations Activity
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD DBQ ACTIVITY/STATIONS: Document-based activity in which students analyze primary sources and documents to examine characteristics of the Underground Railroad. Contains 11 documents with embedded questions, including: images, maps/tables, excerpts from Harriet Tubman, Arnold Grayston, and Fredrick Douglass, map of the “railroad” routes, cartoon, Drinking Gourd lyrics, newspaper article, Freedom Quilt/Code, and the poem Freedom House. Can be assigned individually or used as st
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8th - 11th
Russian Revolution : Reasons for the Revolution
This lesson is an awesome way to start off your unit on the 1917 Russian Revolution. Included in this product are:
-4 group stations (each is a document explaining a different reason leading up the revolution)
-A group answer sheet, with areas for students to assign individual roles within the group
-An individual assessment post-group work, to ensure ALL students understood the material
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(Perfect for evaluations, as it covers all criteria for group
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7th - 12th
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Middle East Politics: Which Governments Should the U.S. Choose as Allies?
In this lesson, developed by Shawneen Morrison, students analyze a chart that lists critical information concerning 8 anonymous Middle Eastern nations to decide which would make the most valuable allies for the United States. Then they work to convince their classmates to vote in favor of their choices. Afterward, students are presented with additional information, like comparative data with other Western nations, demand for oil, the presence of terrorist groups, and geographic location to see
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8th - 12th
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Primary Source Activity: The Treaty of Paris 1783
This is a primary source activity in which students work in groups to analyze the Articles of the Treaty of Paris. Groups will take turns presenting their findings to the class, will participate in a gallery walk, and will ultimately write an essay in which they must cite evidence from the Treaty of Paris.
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9th - 12th
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Constitution Primary Source DBQ - Federalist Papers #10 & 51 DBQs
This is an in-depth and challenging assignment. Students will need to read, and demonstrate their understanding of two of the most significant Federalist essays in the Federalist Papers collection. I've taken several hours to go through the primary source document to excerpt it to make it more accessible to students; be aware that it's still a challenging read. The challenge is worth it though, and this will push even your highest-achieving students to work hard!I assess my students' ability to
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9th - 12th
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Create Your Own Political Cartoon Template
This is a very simple template that I use to facilitate students creating original political cartoons. The template includes a space for drawing out the cartoon and some analyzation tools such as spaces for students to list out characters and actions taking place in the cartoon. There is also a space for students to include a description of their primary message and existing bias to help students break down the messages present and show that their cartoon truly reflects understanding. This is a
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6th - 12th
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US History: Complete Curriculum Bundle
Bundle of EDITABLE reading comprehension packets that cover US History material from the Mayflower Compact of 1620 to the outbreak of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 of 2020. Packets all include key information, pictures for visual learners, Multiple choice/DBQ practice, test prep activities and reading comprehension questions with space to answer them right on the page.
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6th - 11th
US History: The Annexation of Hawaii
EDITABLE reading comprehension packet on the political and economic machinations that led to the US acquisition of the islands of Hawaii. Packet includes key information, pictures for visual learners, opinion-based discussion starters and rigorous reading comprehension questions on the topic.
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7th - 12th
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7 George Washington DBQ activities
This lesson plan contains 7 different DBQ (Data Based Questions) activities about George Washington, plus a wrap up activity that ties them all together. Full Answer key provided.
Students will investigate the presidency of George Washington through analyzing a variety of primary source documents. This resource includes high-level critical-thinking questions and culminates in a final essay in which students evaluate the presidency of George Washington. This resource is great for getting studen
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7th - 12th
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Reaganomics Analysis: Understanding Key Concepts through Cartoons & Graphics
Engage your students in a critical analysis of Reaganomics using political cartoons and other informative graphics. In this resource, students will define key concepts and terms essential to understanding Reaganomics, such as "inflation" and "supply-side economics." They will explore how economic policies during the Reagan administration impacted the United States and analyze how these policies were portrayed through visual media.Key features of this resource include:Analysis of political cartoo
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9th - 12th
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Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists
In this DBQ analysis, students will explore the perspectives of Federalists and Anti-Federalists regarding government power and its impact on the creation of the U.S. Constitution. The assignment involves reading excerpts from key Federalist Papers and Anti-Federalist writings, totaling 28 questions, and concluding with a writing assignment. The documents cover Federalist views on the importance of a strong central government, checks and balances, and the protection of individual rights. On the
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7th - 11th
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Causes of the American Revolution - Constructed Response Question (CRQ/DBQ) Set
These editable Constructed Response Question (CRQ)/(DBQ) Sets offer an overview of the period leading up to the American Revolution.The historical literacy skill of identifying and explaining the role of bias and historical circumstance (context) is the focus of this CRQ set embedded within the content.In addition, students will be asked to develop their skills of describing turning points when examining a primary source (An excerpt from the Boston Gazette 1765) and a secondary source (Paul Reve
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Early American History Constructed Response Question (CRQ) Bundle
NO PREP!! The Bill of Rights Reading/DBQ
DBQ/Content Area Reading article on the the Bill of Rights.(Very vivid with pictures and maps related to reading, key terms section at the bottom of page one for assistance with difficult terms, and questions tied to both social studies and language arts strategies.)- Reading highlights the debates and arguments surrounding the Consitution and addition of a Bill of Rights- Includes major contributors such as George Mason and James Madison- Chart and text features in article breaks down core info
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6th - 12th
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President Johnson's Great Society: Document Based Questions
This assignment contains 4 separate primary sources covering the "Great Society."The sources include;(1.) Address by the President Before a Joint Session of the CongressNovember 27, 1963(2.) Excerpt of Presidential speech before the CongressMarch 1965(3.) President Johnson signing the Voting Rights Act July 2, 1965(4.) Editorial Cartoon by Charlie Daniel, “Gee, Sam, couldn’t we cut out the middle man?”1965Each document has 1-4 questions each to help students analyze the sources and understand th
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9th - 12th
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Activity: Red Scare Padlet
This resource provides access to a Padlet on the Red Scare and Atomic Anxiety in 1950s America. It includes numerous primary sources including political cartoons, videos, pictures, speeches, and more. Provided is a link to the Padlet with the password to access (which CAN be shared with students) and a copy of the answer key.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Bundle: America in the 1950s
The US Constitution Scavenger Hunt
This is a scavenger hunt / guided reading activity that will acquaint students with the US Constitution and its general guidelines. The entire Constitution is needed for this activity (in most US / Government text books)
They must find the answer to the question / clue and include where they found it inside the Constitution.
I often do this with my students in pairs, but it can be easily done alone or in groups.
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9th - 12th
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