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12th grade british history independent work packets under $5
Flat Earth- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I used to hate it when students would bring up conspiracy theories like Flat Earth, as I thought it was my job to convince them that minute why this was unreasonable, and I didn't always have facts to do that! I didn't realize that I was missing a major opportunity to engage their interest. Now, I have a plan, and this assignment does all the fact-finding and conspiracy evaluations for me. In addition, this assignment is important because it is skill-based, and it targets evidence and analysis s
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Princess Diana & British Royals- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Ans. Paragraph
A new generation of students is curious about Princess Diana and her sudden death because of the recent TV show, The Crown. This scandalous conspiracy features affairs, paparazzi, the British Royals, eating disorders, MI6, and a deadly car crash. Because of the tragic and sometimes racy nature of the content, I would recommend this for mature students only. You are busy, so the detailed summary I provide means that you do not have to listen to the podcast to assess student work. There are rigor
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Shakespeare- Conspiracy Theory - Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I will approach Shakespeare's bio in a new and exciting way this year, by addressing the many well documented conspiracy theories about his prolific works. This is high interest for students, as they love conspiracy theories and may have already learned the usual things about his biography. And, do not fear, the podcast I link to deals responsibly with the truth. In addition to cultural knowledge acquisition, this assignment is also important because it is skill-based, and it targets evidence a
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Mandate Palestine/Origins of Israeli-Palestinian Conflict - Guided Inquiry
Deepen students' knowledge of Mandate Palestine and the origins of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict by having them apply their historical thinking skills with this guided inquiry. Get your students practice with working with historical documents and texts and applying historical thinking skills like close reading and corroboration. This lesson is perfect for AP, IB, and World History classes!This guided inquiry asks students to answer the question: "Who did the British want to have power in Pale
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9th - 12th
Thomas Jefferson Webquest With Answer Key!
This 25 question History.com webquest will help students learn all about the third president, Thomas Jefferson!Included in this webquest are the following:Important dates and historical figures associated with this topic.Information about the childhood and background of Thomas Jefferson.How Jefferson rose in politics slowly over time.Controversy in Jefferson's life.The impact Thomas Jefferson had on the Constitution.Important events that occurred in Jefferson's presidency.
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6th - 12th
Constitution + Three Braches of Government Webquest Bundle
This four part webquest bundle will take students through the U.S. Constitution and each branch of government (Legislative Branch, Judicial Branch, and Executive Branch). ***Each webquest starts on a separate page, allowing you to pick and choose when you would like to start each.***An answer key is included with each webquest for your convenience!Constitution:Constitution Webquest (With Answer Key)! by Celeste's Falutin Free Emporium (teacherspayteachers.com)This exciting webquest will provide
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6th - 12th
Margaret Thatcher- Hero or Villain? A Cold War Reading Comprehension Worksheet
Unravel the Enigma: Was Margaret Thatcher a Hero or Villain? (Engage Students in Critical Thinking!)Dive into the complex and captivating legacy of Margaret Thatcher with this thought-provoking reading comprehension worksheet!Beyond Hero or Villain Labels:Examine both sides of the debate surrounding Margaret Thatcher's premiership, analyzing her impact on Britain's economy, society, and global standing.Primary source analysis brings history to life, fostering critical thinking and source evaluat
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Romeo and Juliet Coloring Pages
This Romeo and Juliet Coloring Pack comes with 8 designs in both full and half sheets. Great for coloring while listening to the play or as an early finisher reward, these coloring pages will be a hit!By buying this pack you have permission to share these coloring pages with your class and other building buddies. (Sharing is caring!)For more interesting activities to save you time and engage your students, check out The Awesome Shop!
Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: Romeo and Juliet Unit Bundle Shakespeare for Middle and High School
Jane Austen Webquest
We're all exhausted teaching in this pandemic year, so I've found going back to some old tried and true activities has helped ease that exhaustion. This FULLY EDITABLE webquest is very straightforward: links are provided to various websites for your students to read through to find the answers to guiding questions to learn about the life and times of Jane Austen. QR codes are all listed on the final page in case you're teaching in person or not 1:1 (in that case, just print & go!). If you're
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9th - 12th
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Monty Python Brief History W/ Worksheets Satire and Absurdist Theater
Are you planning on using Monty Python to teach Absurdist theater or Satire in your classroom? Do you need to put this sketch comedy group into historical perspective? Check out this two page reading! It comes with two worksheets and keys. Note: The entire reading is available in the preview. Check it out to see if this resource is what you are looking for.For more interesting activities to save you time and engage your students, check out the Awesome Shop!
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9th - 12th
Poetry Analysis / Informational Text Practice (MacNeice's "Prayer Before Birth")
Poetry Analysis / Informational Text Reading Practice (MacNeice's "Prayer Before Birth")-Students begin by reading and discussing the biographical page about the poet, Louis MacNeice.-Next, they read and annotate the poem "Prayer Before Birth" before completing a TPCASTT chart (individually or in small groups).-Finally, they respond to the thirteen (13) short answer questions on the worksheets provided in this document.The document is completely editable and comes with model responses for each q
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Triangle Trade/Atlantic Trade Routes (Distance Learning)
This handout asks students to read a primary source letter from the Lords Commissioners for Trade and Plantations to the King of England about the various imports and exports from the 13 colonies, make lists of the imports to the colonies and exports from the colonies, and finally, analyze if the colonial economy was strong enough to survive on its own if they declared independence. It is formatted for google classroom.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: World History: Paleolithic/Prehistoric to the end of the Middle Ages
CHY 4U Final Culminating Assignment: WHAT IF?
This is a final culminating assignment from Grade 12 World History (CHY4U) set up as per the Ontario Curriculum. This assignment asks the questions: What if certain people or historic events never occurred. It requires the students to research historical events and people, but also requires them to use their critical thinking to form educated and informed opinions about the topic they chose. This is a complete assignment with the Rubric.
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11th - 12th
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The Pardoner's Tale Reading Guide
Geoffrey Chaucer's tale of greed and deception is sure to leave your students with more questions than answers -- let this guide help them through a difficult text with an important and relevant message. This has 12 questions to guide them through the text and help them analyze a quote that sums up the Pardoner's most hypocritical statement -- that money is the root of all evil.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Protest and Reaction in Britain 1800-1914
An outstanding resource concerning Protest and Reaction in Britain 1800-1914. This resource covers The Luddites, The Tolpuddle Martyrs, The Rebecca Riots, The Match Girl Strike and The Suggragettes. This resource is supported with source based questions (DBQ) as well as an answer key and scoring guidance.
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9th - 12th
Colonial America: PERSIAN Jamestown vs Plymouth Colonies
PERSIAN is an excellent social studies tool to organize and guide well-rounded, self-guided research for students. In this lesson, students are asking to research the Political, Economic, Religious, Social, Intellectual, Artistic, and Near (Geographic) elements of Plymouth colony while using the filled in Jamestown side to help them craft search terms. Enjoy!
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6th - 12th
The Industrial Revolution - Reading and Assignment
Reading on the Industrial Revolution and included check-for-understanding questions. Topics include urbanization, the steam engine, and working conditions.Designed for high school, AP European History, World History
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9th - 12th
Urban Life and Society in the Late 19th Century - Reading and Assignments
Muti-day reading on life in European urban centers in the late 19th century. Each day's reading has an associated assignment with it. Topics include: urban redesign, germ theory, women's suffrage movements, and courtship and dating.Designed for high school, AP European History, AP World History
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9th - 12th
Sir John Monash Study - Australia's Greatest WW1 general worksheet
A no prep case study for middle/high school activity on Sir Monash, Australia greatest general of WW1 and who changed the doctrine of The Australian Army. This study looks at his life from his enlistment to his death and his impact on the Anzac legend. The study includes a simple source analysis question "To what extent" on two of his battles. All the media is available online and linked for the teacher or the students to access directly through QR codes or URL. Suitable for ww1 History all
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9th - 12th
Industrial Revolution Logical Reasoning (Distance Learning)
This worksheet gives students 11 logical statements (unfinished) about the industrial revolution in the "if...then...because..." format, but there is nothing after the word "because" - students must finish that on their own. For example, one might look like "If a nation has laissez-faire economic laws, then there will be an increase in worker injuries because" and then students must finish the statement. When I've done this, many of my high achieving students feel challenged in ways that normal
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: European History (Ancient Greece to the Fall of the USSR)
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner Note-Taker
This packet for Samuel Taylor Coleridge's poem will give your students the space they need to summarize the poem and connect it to the larger themes of British Romanticism. Let it guide their learning as you take them through the poem part by part. Be sure to grab the lecture that accompanies it and defines the themes!
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Life and Reign of Queen Elizabeth II - Reading Comprehension
Queen Elizabeth II’s reign lasted from the industrial age to the internet age – in a 70-year-reign of England that endeared her to millions. During her reign, her country’s role in the world transformed, and so did her own place within the United Kingdom.This Reading Comprehension handout explores the life, reign, and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II.This activity is suitable for advanced to proficient ESL learners or native English speakers. After carefully reading the text, students are required t
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Biographies of Notable People bundle
S3 Winston Churchill as War Leader DBQ
Document Based Questions of 7 sources with source analysis questions that breakdown the large AP Euro DBQ question into task orientated sub-questions. Bias, reliability, usefulness to the historian sub-questions as well as source comparison and cross-referencing of sources are excellent ways by which to train students for a DBQ prompt. Excellent for in-class or on-line group work or discussion prompts, great for homework or independent practice and can be used as assessments upon the completion
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9th - 12th
S3 Causes of WWII - British Appeasement Justification DBQ
Document Based Questions of 7 sources with source analysis questions that breakdown the large AP Euro DBQ question into task orientated sub-questions. Bias, reliability, usefulness to the historian sub-questions as well as source comparison and cross-referencing of sources are excellent ways by which to train students for a DBQ prompt. Excellent for in-class or on-line group work or discussion prompts, great for homework or independent practice and can be used as assessments upon the completion
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9th - 12th
Also included in: S3 WW2 BUNDLE
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