Exploration Test

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1. Link for Test




2. Link for Test - mod.
    Link for Audio 

US History for 9/29/2014

We are having a test tomorrow over the exploration and colonization of North America. Here is the study guide: Study Guide Link 

Here is the QOD:

How have the explorers (countries) left their mark on the areas they explored?

QOD - Question of the Day - 9/25/2014

What is your current opinion of the European explorers who explored and colonized North America? 

Explorers, merchants, missionaries, or conquerors?

Explain your opinion.....

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/24/2014

Reading Notes 3 - Due Thursday (3,4,5,6 Periods only).
Notes - PPT

QOD - 9/24/2014

1. Make some observations about this picture. What do you see?

2. Based on our discussions, who do you think is in this picture? What is he trying to find? How do you know this?

Explorers, Merchants, Missionaries, or Conquerors?

There are 3 DIFFERENT forms.

Form 1 - Links 1A - 1F
Form 2 - Links 2A - 2F
Form 3 - Links 3A - 3D

Introduction:

Beginning in the late fifteenth century, explorers, conquerors, missionaries, merchants, and adventurers sought to claim new lands to colonize. Looking through primary sources and maps, your goal is to decide if these explorers were Explorers, Merchants, Missionaries, or Conquerors.

1st Step: Define (look up) the definitions for explorers, merchant, missionary, and conqueror.

2nd Step: Use the link here: Map of Territories to help you complete the map attached to the form.

3rd Step: use these links to answer the questions with each source.

Link 1A - Link 1B - Link 1C - Link 1D - Link 1E - Link 1F

Link 2A - Link 2B - Link 2C - Link 2D - Link 2E - Link 2F

Link 3A - Link 3B - Link 3C - Link 3D

4th Step: Use the evidence from your answers and sources to answer the following question: Which label best describes the very first wave of European immigration to the Americas in the late fifteenth to early sixteenth centuries: explorers, missionaries, merchants, or conquerors?

In class today - 9/23/2014

We went over economic and religious reasons for French and English exploration/colonization.

No homework.

Reading Notes 3 - will be handed out tomorrow.

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/23/2014

1. Describe what you see in this picture. 
2. What policy is this picture illustrating?

QOD and US History - Monday, 9/22/2014

Reading Notes 2 - Due on Tuesday
Study for Vocabulary Quiz 
QOD:

Choose one group:

1. Native Americans 
2. Europeans (Spanish)

How did the Columbian Exchange affect that group?

U.S. History - Week of 9/23/2014

We are still working through Exploration of North America. 

This week we will explore:

1. Spain taking over North America.
2. England and France exploring North America.
3. Spanish, French, and English economic and religious reasons for exploration. 


Lesson Plan Link

Tuesday, 9/24 - Vocabulary Quiz 

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/18/2014

 Does this picture show God or Glory? Then, cite an example from the picture that illustrates God or Glory (2-3 sentences).

TBT Pics (Old Cincinnati Public Library and Old Cincinnati Public Library):

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/17/2014

List one historical event that contributed to the Age of Exploration. Explain how that event contributed to the Age of Exploration.

Columbian Exchange - DBQ

The term, “Columbian Exchange” refers to the exchange of biological commodities and ideas between the Old World and the New World as a result of the European voyages of exploration that started with Christopher Columbus.

On your own - examine the documents about the Columbian Exchange and answer the questions..................

1. DBQ for Columbian Exchange

2. DBQ for Columbian Exchange - modified

Use your DBQ to complete the graphic organizer. Then choose 1 of the following:

Wednesday, September 17

How did the search for a water route to asia affect Europe and the Americas?

Notes for Chapter 2-1
Chapter 2 Guided Notes
Reading Notes 1 - due Thursday.
Video Link 
RN

Question of the day (QOD) - Monday, 9/15/2014

In your opinion, what is the reason for the Age of Exploration?

Tuesday, September 16 - Age of Exploration Unit

1. Age of Exploration Chapter 2.1, 2.2 notes
2. Guided Notes

Monday, September 15 - Exploration Unit Vocab - Chapter 2

Here is vocabulary for the Age of Exploration.
Due Tuesday, September 16.

Chapter 2 - Starts on pg. 32.
Exploration Unit Vocab

Here is the mapping activity for the Age of Exploration.
Due Wednesday, September 17.
Quiz on Friday, September 19.

Mapping Activity

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/12/2014

Click this link and write down any citation information

Reading Notes 1 - Age of Exploration

Click this link to access the Reading Notes

Week of 9/15/2014 - Age of Exploration Unit

Here are the standards we are covering in U.S. History for the week of 9/15/2014:

Lesson Plan - 9/15/2014

ODE: 

8.1. Primary and secondary sources are used to examine events from multiple perspectives and to present and defend a position.
8.2. North America, originally inhabited by American Indians, was explored and colonized by Europeans for economic and religious reasons.
8.13. Modern and historical maps and other geographic tools are used to analyze how historic events are shaped by geography.

8.16. Cultural biases, stereotypes and prejudices had social, political and economic consequences for minority groups and the population as a whole.

8.22. Choices made by individuals, businesses and governments have both present and future consequences.

CCSS:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.1
Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.4
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.8
Distinguish among fact, opinion, and reasoned judgment in a text.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.9
Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.

Extended Standards:

HIS.68.1a Use various sources to describe a historical event or period from different perspectives. 

GEO.68.1a Use appropriate maps, globes and other geographic resources (e.g., Internet) to locate various sites or places).

GEO.68.4a Draw/trace an alternate route and identify if it is shorter or longer.

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/11/2014

Write a response or reaction to this video.

Links for 9/11 Project

Slide 4:

http://www.911memorial.org/faq-about-911

Slide 5:

http://www.911memorial.org/images-videos/video/stories-they-tell

http://911digitalarchive.org/gallery_index.php


Slide 6:

http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/911-to-now-ways-we-have-changed/

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/impact-from-9-11-still-felt-a-decade-later/

Slide 7:

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/remembering-what-america-found-after-9-11/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7OCgMPX2mE – USE HEADPHONES

http://www.michigandaily.com/content/outburst-patriotism-after-911-still-evident

http://www.nbcnews.com/id/8410977/ns/us_news/t/poll-us-patriotism-continues-soar/#.VAy1R_ldWSo

9/11 Web Quest Continued

Watch these videos and answer the questions.

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/10/14

No QOD for today. 

Exploration Unit Terms

Exploration Unit Vocabulary Terms

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/9/2014

Click Here for the Source

Click on the link and determine the source 
Write down any citation information you can

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9/8/2014

Explain why it's important to use multiple sources during research.

U.S. History - Week of 9/8

As we wrap up our Social Studies Skills Unit, here are the standards we are covering this week in U.S. History:

LESSON PLAN LINK

ODE - Geography:

1. Primary and secondary sources are used to examine events from multiple perspectives and to present and defend a position.
13. Modern and historical maps and other geographic tools are used to analyze how historic events are shaped by geography.

14. The availability of natural resources contributed to the geographic and economic expansion of the United States, sometimes resulting in unintended environmental consequences.

15. The movement of people, products and ideas resulted in new patterns of settlement and land use that influenced the political and economic development of the United States.

CCSS - History (8th Grade):

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.2: Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7: Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.

Extended Standards:

GEO.68.1a Use appropriate maps, globes and other geographic resources (e.g., Internet) to locate various sites or places.

GEO.68.3a Identify the absolute location (latitude and longitude) of major places and features on a globe (e.g., charting locations on a grid).

HIS.68.1a Use various sources to describe a historical event or period from different perspectives. 

9/11 Project

This week in U.S. History we are wrapping up our Social Studies Skills Unit with a project over 9/11. We are using Google Presentation for our projects. The project has the students creating a timeline, creating a map, and using primary and secondary sources to answer questions.

Here is a link to the project: 
Project Link and Rubric
Modified Project and Rubric

Here are some helpful links:
Google Maps Engine Directions


Depending on time, this project will be due Friday, September 12. 

9/11 Web Quest

Create a timeline of 10 events from 9/11/2001. Please use this website.

Your timeline must have:

1. Title
2. 10 events properly labeled.
3. Intervals

Click on this map link and answer the following questions:

1. In what country were fifty-two Americans held hostage for more than a year beginning in 1979?
2. Before 2001, when was the World Trade Center previously attacked?
3. List three events in which airplanes were used to commit terrorism.
4. What region has been the site of the greatest number of terrorist attacks against Americans?

Visit this website and read about an experience someone had during 9/11. 

Answer these questions: 

1. What is the person's name?
2. Where is the person from?
3. What was their experience with 9/11?
4. How did the attacks of 9/11 impact them?

Question of the Day (QOD) - 9-3-2014

How does environment affect where a person lives?

Thursday/Friday - Research and Bibliographies

On Thursday and Friday, we will be looking at research. We will discuss using sources for research, how to take down notes while researching, analyzing sources for credibility, and making a works cited page. Here the materials needed for these 2 days.

1. Research Notes 
2. Research Notes - Guided Notes
3. 
   
4. Citations - Works Cited 
5. Citations - Guided Notes 
6. Works Cited Sheet - modified
7. Works Cited Sheet - nm
8. How to write a bibliography if you do not have the help of www.easybib.com

Map Stations

Today we are doing map stations. Here are the directions:

1. Answer all questions neatly on notebook paper. 
2. Label all stations clearly (Station number - city) on your notebook paper.
3. You will analyze 5 different maps. 

As you analyze these maps think about how environment can impact humans, industry, and history. 



Questions for Station 1 - Boston
Station 1 - Boston

Questions for Station 2 - Cincinnati
Station 2 - Cincinnati

Questions for Station 3 - Clermont
Station 3 - Clermont

Questions for Station 4 - Farm
Station 4 - Farm

Questions for Station 5 - U.S.
Station 5 - United States

Question of the Day (QOD) - Tuesday, September 2, 2014 - Latitude/Longitude

QOD - What is a map? List 2 types of maps and explain what the different maps show? 

We are looking at latitude and longitude - here are the links for today's class.

Latitude - Longitude Notes
Latitude -Longitude Guided Notes
Latitude/Longitude HW - Adv.
Latitude/Longitude HW - Mod.
Latitude/Longitude HW