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English language arts Common Core RH.9-10.3 homework
Tim O'Brien Short Stories About Vietnam: Assessments/Worksheets and Answer Keys
No need to battle to find historical accounts and analysis of the Vietnam War. After reading "Where Have You Gone, Charming Billy," "Calling Home," and "Ambush" by veteran Tim O'Brien, these assessments are the perfect way to measure comprehension as well as reinforce plot, characters, setting, imagery, conflicts, jargon, themes, and more. Included is a chart that displays the commonalities found in all three stories. Detailed answer keys are included.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen Reading with Questions
This is a 2 page document that contains a short explanation of the declaration and then is followed by the 17 articles. I have 5 questions at the end with an answer key on the next page. I have students answer the questions with a partner and then have a whole class discussion about the declaration. Great activity to cover this part of French history.Quick reads are great as bell ringers, reviews, or a quick activity to compliment a lesson plan. Also great if you do not have a textbook!Perfec
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9th - 12th
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Robespierre & the Reign of Terror 1 Page Reading w/ Questions- Distance Learning
This one page reading covers the Reign of Terror and Robespierre's role in it. It begins by describing the conditions that helped move France into the radical phase and then explains the laws and events that occurred, like the Law of Suspects and de-Christianization. It then describes how the terror ended with the death of Robespierre. There are 4 questions at the end with an answer key on the next page.Quick reads are great as bell ringers, reviews, or a quick activity to compliment a lesson
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8th - 12th
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Research A Famous Person - Template. History. Obituaries. Presentations.
Templates for students to research a famous person, celebrity, write an obituary of someone who recently died etc ...Do one together, model and then have students choose a person (provide a list if possible). Assist and then have students present the information about their famous person. Also, a PPTx to introduce and quiz students about famous people. Click the icon on the cover to download. Plus, discuss, can students describe who the famous people are? Categories and titles in the templates
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Not Grade Specific
Holi Informational Text + Hindu Legend Worksheets
Celebrate the vibrant Hindu festival of Holi! This engaging lesson allows students to dive into the origins, traditions, and cultural practices of Holi through The detailed information text uses colorful visuals and clear explanations to explore the festival's history and customs. Students will learn about the religious roots of Holi, the playful throwing of colored powder and water, significant Hindu legends, important festival cultural practices like traditional dances, special foods, and more
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5th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Hinduism Information + Hindu Festivals + Hindu Stories Big Bundle
Analyzing a Photograph: Three Paragraph Essay
Analyzing a Photograph - Three Paragraph Essay: This worksheet is designed for Art History, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Students have an opportunity to conduct research using words and images. Students are encouraged to use the classroom library, school library, and public library.Teachers have an opportunity to assign specific photographs that align with the course textbook and grade level.Thanks for visiting Creativity in Motion
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â BUNDLE: History of Photography
Winston Churchill's "Blood, Toil, Tears, and Sweat" Speech: Review & Answer Key
Use this arsenal of review and discussion questions to showcase the most critical aspects of Churchill's famous speech and reinforce the message presented. This assessment also provides students with a chance to examine and evaluate the persuasive techniques used to showcase the speaker's position. Used with the audio/video of the speech, this assignment is a win-win. A detailed answer key is included.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Lowell Mill Girl Simulation writing assignment - high school market revolution
This writing assignment is designed to accompany the online simulation found at:https://tihc.uml.edu/bringing-history-home/page_00/index.htmThis assignment asks students to write a narrative of what they experience as a mill girl in the simulation, and includes a break-down of requirements they need to include from the simulation in order for them to get the most out of the experience.I’ve included 4 examples of student work to give you an idea of the sort of finished product you can expect from
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8th - 12th
Fertile Crescent Reading with Differentiated Questions and Vocabulary Work!
This product is perfect to supplement into any lessons about the Fertile Crescent, ancient civilizations, or studying ancient cities! This can be used as a preview to a new unit, to review an old unit, study for an upcoming test, homework, or as easy to implement sub plans!This product includes:A one page reading all about the Fertile Crescent (including information about Ancient Egypt, Ancient Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code, and more!)5 vocabulary terms for students to define based on the readin
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5th - 12th
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Introduction to the Civil War: Worksheet and Detailed Answer Key
This "arsenal" of 25 questions provides students with the chance to get answers to the most relevant and important aspects of this war. It's the type of "engagement" that's a "win-win" for students and teachers. A detailed answer key is included.
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5th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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American Civil Rights Editorial Writing Project
In need of a culminating project for your Civil Rights Movement unit?
Included in this 11 page document are instructions, printable and gradable organizers, and an example essay for an opinion editorial (op-ed) about a present day civil rights or human rights injustice urging readers to support your cause and take action. An opinion editorial is a 500-800 word essay (5 paragraphs) that comments and responds to issues raised in the news. Students will use examples and reference past struggles
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7th - 12th
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Enduring Issue essay: Impact of Geography on River Valley Civilizations
This is an Enduring Issue Essay for 9th grade global history. The documents relate to several river valley civilizations, such as Mesopotamia and Egypt. Student will use the documents to write a well organized enduring issues essay that focuses on the impact of geography.
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8th - 10th
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NGSS:
HS-LS4-1
The Declaration of Independence Worksheet, Test, or Homework with Answer Key
Students will be able to "document" their understanding of this famous piece of history when they use this printable that encourages the use of critical-thinking skills. Utilizing questions that pertain to historical facts as well as rhetorical devices, readers will obtain a better understanding of the reasons why colonists declared their independence from Great Britain. A handout about Rationalism is part of the package. A detailed answer key is included.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Women's Rights Movement 1970s - Article "I Am the Third Wave" (w/ questions)
Following the Anita Hill hearing, writer and activist Rebecca Walker wrote an article in Ms. magazine—a publication founded during the Women’s Rights Movement in the 1970s—detailing her reaction to the event. In writing the article, Walker supplied the emerging Women’s Rights movement with an initial burst of momentum, while also giving it a name: Third Wave Feminism. In addition to teaching and writing, Walker would go on to also co-found the Third Wave Foundation, an organization addressing in
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8th - 12th
Also included in:Â English 8 - Entire Year: Activities, Projects, Rubrics, Exams, Homework
Storming of the Bastille Quick Read: 1 Page Reading with Questions
This one page reading covers the history of the Bastille and the events that occurred on July 14, 1789. It discusses the symbolic nature of the fortress and what that day means to the French people, even today. There are three questions at the end and an answer key on the next page.Quick reads are great as bell ringers, reviews, or a quick activity to compliment a lesson plan. Also great if you do not have a textbook!Perfect for online learning and teaching.Follow Learning the Social Sciences
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8th - 12th
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Thucydides History of the Peloponnesian War Close Reading
This worksheet is a close reading of an excerpt from Thucydides' "History of the Peloponnesian War." The excerpt is from Chapter 7 and details all of Thucydides' thoughts and observations about the plague that hit Athens in 430 B.C.E. It is accompanied by close reading questions. When I teach it, I integrate it into my Ancient Greece lessons, and I connect it to our modern experiences with the COVID-19 pandemic.
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9th - 12th
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Primary Document Worksheet: David Walker, Appeal to Colored Citizens (1829)
This document is an excerpted reading from David Walker's "Appeal to the Colored Citizens of the World," in which he makes the argument that slavery must be abolished in America through a violent slave uprising. It is able to be edited and includes:-Contextualization Introduction-Chunked Excerpts-Vocabulary Development Assistance-Scaffolding Questions-Answer Key Great for in-class primary document analysis and to supplement class time as a homework assignment!
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â American History Primary Document Bundle
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Journalism: Google Archives Assignment [Distance Learning]
At the beginning of my Intro to Journalism course, we talk about the history of the field. One cool resource to do that with is the Google News Archives, which has archived thousands of publications dating back hundreds of years. You can see articles as they were they day they were published. It's a much more modern take on what we would have used microfilm for. I have students research three of those publications and find articles of interest to them. We then use that to fuel discussion of what
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6th - 12th
Primary Document Worksheet: Lyndon B. Johnson, The Great Society (1964)
This document is an excerpted reading from a speech in 1964 from Lyndon B. Johnson, in which he outlines his plan for the Great Society. It is able to be edited and includes:-Contextualization Introduction-Chunked Excerpts-Vocabulary Development Assistance-Scaffolding Questions-Answer Key Great for in-class primary document analysis and to supplement class time as a homework assignment!
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â American History Primary Document Bundle
World War II: The Battle of Britain Passage and Essay Response
This packet begins with some notes which include ways you can extend and enrich learning about the Battle of Britain. Then follows a four and a half page passage about the Battle of Britain. This is followed by five comprehension questions and then directions for writing a short essay. There are two graphic organizers to allow student to gather and organize their ideas before writing the essay on the provided lined and bordered pages. There is an answer key and this is written on a grade 9 readi
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7th - 10th
Primary Document Worksheet: Letter From an Indentured Servant (1623)
This document is an excerpted reading an indentured servant's letter home to England, expressing the difficulty of life in the New World. It is able to be edited and includes:-Contextualization Introduction-Chunked Excerpts-Vocabulary Development Assistance-Scaffolding Questions-Answer Key Great for in-class primary document analysis and to supplement class time as a homework assignment!
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â American History Primary Document Bundle
Primary Document Worksheet: Woodrow Wilson, Safe for Democracy Speech (1917)
This document is an excerpted reading from Woodrow Wilson's 1917 speech to Congress in which he argued that the United States must enter WWI in order to make the world "safe for democracy." It is able to be edited and includes:-Contextualization Introduction-Chunked Excerpts-Vocabulary Development Assistance-Scaffolding Questions-Answer Key Great for in-class primary document analysis and to supplement class time as a homework assignment!
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â American History Primary Document Bundle
Inherit the Wind Reading Preparation Questions and Comprehensive Answer Key
The verdict is in! Help students to gain an accurate historical perspective and context of the Scopes Monkey Trial as they prepare to read Inherit the Wind. Here is an interdisciplinary assignment that will elicit fascinating discussion material and answer pertinent questions about this famous trial and its participants. A detailed answer key will lay the perfect foundation for the study of this trial or the play.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Primary Doc: Jonathan Edwards, Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God (1741)
This document is an excerpted reading from Jonathan Edwards's sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" in 1741, expressing the drama of the Great Awakening and painting a clear picture of religious life in the colonies in the mid-1700s. It is able to be edited and includes:-Contextualization Introduction-Chunked Excerpts-Vocabulary Development Assistance-Scaffolding Questions-Answer Key Great for in-class primary document analysis and to supplement class time as a homework assignment!
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â American History Primary Document Bundle
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