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British history Common Core RI.11-12.1 resources
The Battle of Yorktown: American Revolution: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Yorktown, the last major battle of the American Revolution and the eventual surrender of Cornwallis to Washington. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratog
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7th - 12th
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Shooting an Elephant by George Orwell - Rhetorical Analysis - Devices, Examples
George Orwell’s “Shooting an Elephant” is a student favorite for practicing rhetorical analysis and searching for examples of rhetorical devices. This scavenger hunt is a fun way to prepare for the AP Language and Composition exam. Includes digital worksheets for Google Classroom®! Included with this Rhetorical Device Scavenger Hunt for “Shooting an Elephant”:✏️ Rhetorical Devices Graphic Organizer - Digital & PrintIncludes 10 Literary Devices to search for in George Orwell’s essayPrompts s
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9th - 12th
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Paul Revere & the Midnight Ride: The American Revolution: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will learn about Paul Revere and the Midnight Ride (along with William Dawes and Samuel Prescott), and how they warned the Patriots that the British were coming and the first shots of the American Revolution would soon be fired. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, maps, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete. Also included is Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem and comprehension questions to go along wit
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7th - 12th
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The Thirteen Colonies: An Introduction to American History: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will read an overview of the Thirteen Colonies, focusing on the New England, Middle and Southern Colonies, which gives a general synopsis of what life was like in each region. Students will also learn about what good and products each region thrived in producing. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.Check out all my other Thirteen Colonies products
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7th - 12th
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Washington at Delaware, Valley Forge & Battle of Trenton - American Revolution
In this lesson students will learn about George Washington's surprise attack on the Hessians by crossing the Delaware River and the subsequent Battle of Trenton, which was a small but vital battle in the fight for independence, and was a turning point of the American Revolution. Students will also learn about the winter at Valley Forge, in which Washington and his troops weathered through a brutal winter. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comp
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7th - 12th
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George Washington: First President & Effects of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson, students will read about George Washington and his election as the first President of the United States. Students will also learn about the immediate effects of the American Revolution, including how many loyalist colonists felt and reacted. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, readings and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK
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7th - 12th
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The Battle of Saratoga & Loyalist Response to the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about the Battle of Saratoga, which was the battle that convinced the French that the Patriots were capable of winning the war, and the subsequent help and troops they sent as a result. Students will also learn about how loyalists reacted to their fellow colonists' fight for independence, during and after the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, maps, readings and comprehension questions for students to
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7th - 12th
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Mini-Unit: Covid-19 and The Journal of a Plague Year by Daniel Defoe
In this short unit of study students will research the great plague of 1665, read excerpts from the text, The Journal of a Plague Year by Daniel Defoe and emulate Defoe’s style to create your own The Journal of 2020 to serve as a primary source of your experience with Covid-19. Perfect for high school. This mini-unit includes:Plague background and questionsDiscussion question5 Excerpts from DefoeResponse questionsPrimary source assignment sheetStudent sampleDrafting steps sheetRubric for gradin
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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British Literature: Anglo-Saxon Period
Unit notes and activities, and with the handouts posted on my blog, the only thing you'll need is a test . Check out the full unit at www.solutionsandsimiles.com(I also have Kahoots and Quizlets to share with this unit!)
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11th - 12th, Adult Education
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The French & Indian War & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about the French and Indian War, and how the finances spent by the English led to heavy taxes on the 13 colonies and eventually, the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.More products related to ColonialismThe French & Indian War & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: ReadingColonial Geography: Age of Exploration: Readi
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6th - 11th
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The Boston Tea Party & The Beginnings of the American Revolution: Reading
In this lesson students will learn about The Boston Massacre and The Boston Tea Party, and how these two events helped bring about the beginnings of the American Revolution. Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of Saratoga and Loyali
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7th - 12th
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The Declaration of Independence: The American Revolution: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will read about the signing of the Declaration of Independence and how it sent a direct message to King George that the Patriots were prepared to fight for their freedom.Throughout the lesson there is a writing prompt, graphics, illustrations, graphic organizers and comprehension questions for students to complete.--> Want all of my American Revolution lessons in one BIG money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!!Battles of the American RevolutionThe Battle of
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7th - 12th
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The Triumph of Parliament in England (Match 'Em & Short Answer Worksheet)
By the time they reach high school, students know that the United States was once a British colony. However, not all of them understand that seemingly American concepts, like a Constitution, Bill of Rights and the Rule of Law, all have their origins in the British Isles.Tracing Britain's evolution from absolutism to constitutional monarchy, this two-part worksheet includes historic notables such as: Charles I, Magna Carta and the Glorious Revolution. It will help deepen students' understanding o
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Close Reading for Article "Gender Roles in the 18th Century"
Have your students learn about gender roles in the 18th century through a close reading of an article published by the British Library.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Pride and Prejudice: Introductory Activities [Distance Learning]
This packet includes four introductory activities including to help students learn more about the novel, the historical period, and the themes represented. They utilize primary texts, additional research, dialogue between texts, tone and style analysis, predictive skills, etc. It is also meant to help drive interest in and comprehension of the novel before actually reading it. It is designed to be used either with remote learning or directly in the classroom. There are instructions for the teach
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9th - 12th
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America's Changing Political Culture 1700-1750
When the 18th Century dawned, Britain's position in the New World was secure: it had a loyal and contented population, secure borders and a steady inflow of tax revenue. However, less than fifty years later, these same colonies would become a breeding ground for revolutionary ideas.This two-part worksheet focuses on the Great Awakening and the Enlightenment, two opposing movements that somehow both contributed to the spread of democratic feelings in the colonies: how did Benjamin Franklin reflec
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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America's Revolutionary War Begins
Following the outbreak of hostilities at Lexington and Concord, revolutionary sentiment in Britain's American colonies was at a fever pitch, Yet within months of the first shots being fired, an ominous reality set in among the patriots - their army was in desperate straits. This two-part U.S. History worksheet focuses on the disastrous early years of the American campaign for independence, when the Continental Army was outmanned, outgunned, and constantly on the brink of annihilation. Part I is
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Government Structure Comparison
This assignment was created to engage students who have learned about the U.S. Constitution. Students will read a case study and be given to help a new country decide between the American and British systems of Government. The final writing task includes an IB aligned rubric and allows students to use their research and knowledge of the American system of government to answer a debatable question. This includes a scenario and task direction, a template for the Government Comparison Report, and a
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8th - 12th
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