Founding Fathers Webquest Bundle: T. Jefferson, J. Madison, and A. Hamilton!
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Description
This three-part webquest bundle will take students though three webquests centered on three founding fathers: Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton.
***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!
Thomas Jefferson Webquest
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.
James Madison Webquest
This 30 question History.com webquest will help students learn all about one of the U.S. founding fathers, James Madison!
Included in this webquest are the following:
- Important dates and historical figures associated with James Madison.
- Information about his early life.
- Details about his involvement in the Revolutionary War.
- Information regarding his key role in writing the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and the Federalist Papers that helped the Constitution become ratified.
- Information about his time spent as Secretary of State for Thomas Jefferson.
- Details about his two terms as president, including positive moments and missteps.
Alexander Hamilton Webquest
This 26 question Ushistory.org webquest will help students learn all about the impressive life of Alexander Hamilton!
Included in this webquest are the following:
- Important dates and historical figures associated with Hamilton's life.
- Information about Hamilton's childhood.
- Hamilton's background in the military and how he began his political career.
- Details regarding his relationship with George Washington.
- Hamilton's role in writing several influential documents, including the Federalist Papers and the Constitution.
- His involvement with the Federalist party.
- How Hamilton's life ultimately ended.