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Civil Rights Movement Document Based Questions DBQ Free
Civil Rights Movement Document Based Questions DBQClick here for the digital classroom version if you are a 1:1, Google, or Paperless ClassroomThis practice will allow your students to dig deep and analyze the various aspects concerning the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. The format will have students analyze 4 documents, answer 4 short answer questions, and then there is a writing extension with a rubric. It is also formatted to use in print or with an online classroom. Enjoy! This woul
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Civil Rights Movement Activity BUNDLE (American History Bundle)
Emmett Till and The 16th Street Bombing - FREEBIE
This is an activity that can either be used as a homework activity, in class independent activity, or used with a small group of students. The passages are taken from npr.org and biography.com and are both easily accessible. Links to the article are included in the packet. Enjoy!
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4th - 6th
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DBQ: Gerrymandering and Apportionment
Document based questions geared toward an American government and civics coursed. May also be used in a U.S. History course to illustrate the historical development of gerrymandering and constitutional principles outlined for apportionment in the U.S.
A series of 6 documents including charts, graphs, and primary sources, A great resource to utilize for collaborative learning.
Keywords: gerrymandering, apportionment,Constitution, DBQ, apportion, reapportion, apportionment acts
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8th - 12th
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Is the US a Democracy or a Republic?
Students will look at sources to help them determine what type of a government they think the US really has. (I share with students my opinion, but ask them to determine this on their own).
This activity asks students to analyze short primary sources, explain their analysis and compare and contrast the characteristics of a democracy and a republic- All in one! If your students haven't been introduced to a DBQ yet, but need the practice, this will help prepare them for the many skills involved
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7th - 12th
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Malcolm X Nonfiction Reading & Quiz | Black History Month Activity
Celebrate Black History Month with our comprehensive Malcolm X Reading Comprehension activity! This engaging resource includes a 1-page color and black-and-white reading passage, thought-provoking questions that stimulate critical thinking (5 questions total), and a convenient answer key for quick grading.In addition, we've included an interactive twist with a True/False quiz (1 page) based on the passage, followed by a separate page providing correct answers. This 6-page PDF pack is designed to
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3rd - 6th
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Martin Luther King Jr Primary Sources Document Based Questions Black History
This product provides several primary sources for interpretation. Students answer 16 multiple choice questions to assess their understanding. This is a great activity for Black History Month or when studying the Civil Rights Movement. The ZIP file has a PDF student version for posting on personal sites, such as Google classroom or Canvas, or sending to students through email for distance learning. Please do not post of public sites. (These are NOT editable files.)Tutorial How to Make PDFs Ed
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6th - 8th
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Friday the 13th Writing Prompt or DBQ
This is a quick write activity that starts with defining myths & superstitions. Use it as a fun way to teach students about triskaidekaphobia (fear of the number 13) and Friday the 13th. Great for grades 3+
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3rd - 8th
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Necessary and Proper Clause - Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist Primary Sources
Using the U.S. Constitution, George Mason's Objections to the New Constitution, and Alexander Hamilton's Federalist Paper 33, students will compare and contrast the opinions of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists on the Necessary and Proper Clause.
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8th - 12th
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Henry Box Brown - Slavery Mini Document analysis
Henry Box Brown was a fugitive slave in the 19th century. We did an activity where students had to try to fit inside a box roughly the same dimensions as his. Then we read the summary (found on wikipedia) and analyzed the image. We answered the questions and I had them write a short essay about it using the questions as their guide. They shared their answers and we held a discussion about how terrible slavery must have been if he would go to such great lengths to escape it! This resource does no
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3rd - 12th
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FREE LESSON: Racial Issues in the Past and Today
This is a lesson that is, perhaps, very important to all social studies classrooms in the United States. This lesson is a beginning of the year activity designed to have students discuss racial issues and wrongs that occurred in the past year and, of course, throughout history.Topics discussed:2020 Protests following the death of George FloydJuneteenthTulsa MassacreMartin Luther King Jr.'s "I have a Dream" SpeechStudent feelings based on the current state of the U.SThe lesson was designed withou
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7th - 12th
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Three Branches of Government Document Analysis: Checks and Balances in Action
This document analysis can be used as an informal or formal assessment during your unit on the 3 Branches of Government!Students will apply their knowledge of BOTH the structure of the three branches AND separation of powers. Students will analyze three examples of checks and balances along with political cartoons. For each scenario, students will analyze how the branches are interacting with one another and identify which branch is using its power to check another. Scenarios include President N
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9th - 12th
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FREEBIE 14th Amendment Citizenship Primary Source Analysis
The contents of this product are based on the new Florida Civics Standards (implementing 2023-2024) and aligned to the the benchmark SS.7.CG.2.1 Define the term “citizen,” and explain the constitutional means of becoming a U.S. citizen.The contents of this product are listed below.14th AmendmentIf you enjoyed this product, consider purchasing Citizenship Primary Source Analysis with 5 standards aligned activities for 4 additional primary source analysis activities.Each activity includes a scaffo
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6th - 12th
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The Preamble to the Constitution: Why Government? (With Answer Key)
Students approach the Preamble of the US Constitution in a hypothetical scenario. Here is the scenario:Imagine that on a field trip to a wilderness area, you and your classmates become completely stranded without any communication with parents, the school, or any locals in the area and you have little hope of being rescued in the foreseeable future. The area where you’re stranded can provide the basic necessities of food, shelter, and water, but you will have to work together to survive.This wil
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8th - 12th
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Middle Passage, Reading Practice, Primary Source
This handout provides students with space to practice annotations and note-taking. Students read a primary source account of the African slave trade and the Middle Passage. Excellent practice for Common Core State Standards. Ideal for US History and English classes. For older students - contains graphic information.
Recommended use: Model how you would like students to annotate on the first paragraph. Discuss sensitive language and purpose for studying this document. Provide minimum expectation
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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DBQ- The ideals of the Declaration: Which is most important? {History Guru}
Declaration of Independence DBQ- The ideals of the Declaration: Which is most important?This zipped file includes:-DBQ student friendly rubric for their essay for their DBQ Project-DBQ student friendly rubric checklist for their essay for their DBQ ProjectStandards being assessed in this DBQ Project Essay:SS.7.C.1.4Analyze the ideas (natural rights, role of the government) and complaints set forth in the Declaration of Independence.Subject Area: Social Studies Grade: 7Strand: Civics and Governme
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6th - 12th, Staff
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Also included in: Civics Bundle: 181 Products and over $400 in lessons/activities
Malala Yousafzai: Courageous Activist Nonfiction Reading & Activities for WHM
Embark on a transformative journey of courage and advocacy with this Malala Yousafzai nonfiction reading and activities bundle, tailored for Women's History Month! Explore the remarkable story of Malala Yousafzai, the courageous Pakistani activist who defied adversity to champion girls' education and human rights worldwide.Within this comprehensive resource, uncover a meticulously crafted 2-page reading passage, presented in both vibrant color and printer-friendly black and white versions. Accom
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3rd - 6th
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African Slave Trade Background Reading with Questions
A brief introduction to the Atlantic Slave Trade. Students are encouraged to read the background and use the sidebar to take notes and create their own summary. On the back of the reading is a related historical document with questions posed in an O.P.V.L. format (Origin, Purpose, Value, Limitations).
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9th - 12th
Also included in: Colonial Foundations of the United States
Olaudah Equiano Close Read
Qlaudah Equiano's The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, Or Gustavus Vassa, the African, 1789. The text is chunked and students are asked to complete multiple reads of the text, and look for specific text features during each read. When students complete their close read, use the Olaudah Equiano Reading Comprehension Quiz to assess their understanding.
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7th - 10th
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Ida B Wells Primary Source "Lynch Law in America”
Upgrade your lesson on the New South with this primary source analysis of “Lynch Law in America,” by Ida B Wells, the leading voice in opposition to the use of mob rule and lynching in the United States, peaking from roughly the 1880s-1920s. Analysis questions included.
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9th - 12th
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From Dream to Reality: A Critical Analysis of Martin Luther King's Vision
From Dream to Reality: A Critical Analysis of Martin Luther King's Vision offers questions that are intended to stimulate deep, critical thinking and encourage students to connect historical context with contemporary society. They can be used as part of a lesson plan around MLK Day to facilitate meaningful discussions and reflections.
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Why has the Alien Enemy Act and similar acts been utilized by the Gov't?
Objective and PurposeStudents will analyze Primary and Secondary Sources about the Alien Enemy Act and related acts and evaluate the Patterns of Continuity and Change over time. Students will learn about the Alien and Sedition Acts (During Adam's Presidency) while also learning about other controversial acts in the 20th and 21st Centuries. Students will compare the acts and see their similarities as well as their differences. What is included?1. Lesson Plan: Includes Objective, Big Idea and Impl
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8th
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Colonial Government Document Based Question
This is a DBQ that I have used for several years. I use it with my 7th graders.
It is easy to tweak to use with 5th through 11th grade. It contains 13 documents.
These documents are in the public domain.
I included a graphic organizer that the school district adopted several years ago.
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5th - 11th
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Confederate Monuments: Debating the Legacy of the Civil War
I use this after teaching the Civil War to discuss the legacy of the Confederacy and talk about these issues in a modern context. Students read three articles explaining the debate over keeping up or taking down confederate monuments and highlighting the different sides. They also look at a graph that shows when the majority of confederate monuments were constructed. The guided questions help them work through each document and understand the key issues of each side. At the end, they write a
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7th - 12th
29 Black History Discussion Topics
Here are 29 questions students can research and discuss in several formats: essays, speeches, debate, small group discussions, etc.
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6th - 12th
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