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10th grade Native Americans dbqs
Spanish Conquistadors and Native Americans DBQ Inquiry Activity
Conquistadors: Why were the Spanish able to easily defeat the natives? A DBQ! 1:1 Google Compatible!This resource is included in my 13 Colonies Unit and my Mesoamerica Unit!Purchase either bundle and save over 25%!---------In this DBQ investigation, students will attempt to answer the overarching question:"What were the Spanish conquistadors able to so easily defeat the Natives of Central and South America?"Students will look at and analyze 5 different documents. Each primary source focuses on
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7th - 11th
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Causes of the French and Indian War DBQ - Printable and Google Ready!
What Was the Primary Cause of the French and Indian War?In this 10-page DBQ, students will analyze 6 sources and answer questions to help them come to their own conclusion about the causes of the French and Indian War. A step-by-step guide to teaching with DBQs (An additional 3 pages of content!) will help teachers who are new to this shift in social studies as well as provide a new spin on the process for those who are experienced! With this download, you will receive:a. Teacher's guide to DBQ
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Early U.S. History DBQ Bundle (Set of 12 DBQs!)
The Pony Express Primary Source Reading Passage (Print and Google Docs Formats)
"The approaching man fired on him at once, but missed his aim. Quick as lightning Wild Bill pulled his revolver and returned the fire. The stranger fell dead."This gripping NO PREP reading passage and response question worksheet will bring the thrill of the Pony Express to life for your students. The resource is available in print and Google Docs formats! The passage summarizes the coming and passing of the Express and includes an engaging primary source account of adventure on the trail. After
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Westward Expansion Unit BUNDLE
Lewis and Clark Louisiana Purchase Sacagawea Activity CSI Mystery of History
Explore the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the contributions of Sacagawea, and Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase with this engaging investigation activity! This activity is perfect for lessons on American history and westward expansion, and encourages inquiry and historical thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the contributions of Sacagawea, and Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase. Student detectives will
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5th - 10th
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Westward Expansion Manifest Destiny Activity US History CSI Mystery Bundle
Explore the California Gold Rush, Oregon Trail, and Lewis and Clark Expedition with this this bundle of investigation activities! Make learning about American westward expansion and the concept of Manifest Destiny fun and engaging. Your students will explore investigation case file activities with visuals and primary sources that encourage historical and creative thinking. Perfect for lessons on westward expansion, American history, and more, this resource bundle makes history come to life!This
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5th - 10th
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The Trail of Tears & Andrew Jackson Primary Source Analysis + Distance Learning
The Trail of Tears and Andrew Jackson Primary Source Analysis takes students to a letter written by a U.S. soldier during the removal of the Cherokee natives in 1838. This is a first hand account describing how soldiers ripped people out of their homes and forced them to march over 2,000 miles, leaving 4,000 dead. Students then look at a political cartoon featuring President Jackson and the Cherokee and asks students to ponder why it is important to learn about “bad history” with the good. This
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Aztec Primary Source Worksheet/DBQ: Hernán Cortés Views Tenochtitlan
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan. Students will learn about the defenses, transportation system, and market places of Tenochtitlan. The worksheet allows students to read a short primary source written by Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés. The worksheet includes eight questions and has an answer key for the teacher. The reading is very engaging for students.Please check out my Native American lesson plans.Great Native A
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Primary Source Worksheets Bundle (Ancient Times to 1800s)
Native American Assimilation Boarding School Photograph Analysis Lesson
This lesson will challenge students to use historical detective skills to uncover the dark history behind one of the American governments darker policies: Native American assimilation. Students will learn the policy of assimilation with embedded clips and slides. From there, students watch a Hollywood portrayal of assimilation via TNT's "Into the West" drama. Students will then work collaboratively with over 10 photographs to complete a photograph analysis sheet which will be used to determine t
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Wounded Knee Massacre: What Happened at Wounded Knee? Lakota Sioux, Ghost Dance!
Wounded Knee Massacre: What Happened at Wounded Knee? Outstanding Analysis!This resource is included in the U.S. Imperialism Unit Bundle, located here!In this highly-engaging activity, students investigate six different sources to understand the conflict known as the Wounded Knee Massacre. Students (either individually or as a collaborative learning opportunity) are provided six different source documents to uncover several overarching questions. Students will understand what happened at the Sta
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: US History Westward Expansion and Manifest Destiny Thematic Unit
Westward Expansion Manifest Destiny Primary Sources Activity Analysis Worksheets
Teach source analysis and bring richness to your US History course with these curated voices from the Lewis & Clark, Andrew Jackson, the Cherokee, and others.This 6-pack also comes in Google files for a paperless option!Featured voices in this collection of compelling arguments:Meriwether LewisA newspaper report on the Erie CanalMexican observer in TexasAndrew JacksonThe CherokeeJohn O’SullivanThe effective HIPPOS framework directly targets historical & critical thinking skills:Historica
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9th - 11th
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Also included in: Early US History Primary Source Analysis Activities Worksheets
American West DBQ (Westward Expansion)
Students will learn about the significant events in the American West. The DBQ contains primary source excerpts, pictures, and maps. The assignment does not require the use of a textbook. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions.*The assignment contains 10 documents and 33 questions. *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Topics: Transcontinental Railroad (Map) Chinese immigrants buildin
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5th - 11th
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Westward Expansion Reading Passage Bundle - Entralling Primary Source Accounts
Looking to increase student learning and engagement while saving money and energy? This Westward Expansion Reading Passage Bundle is for you!
Each reading passage includes a corresponding response worksheet. Two reading passages examine major events and ideas of Westward Expansion - Westward Expansion Reading Passage and The Impact of Westward Expansion on American Indians. The other four reading passages are gripping primary source reading passages that will bring the subject to life for stu
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5th - 10th
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French and Indian War Activity 13 Colonies CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Learn about the causes of the French and Indian War, and its impacts on the road to the American Revolution with this engaging crime scene investigation activity that encourages critical thinking!A visually engaging case file is provided with comprehensive background readings on the history of the French and Indian War, Native American alliances and impacts, the Albany Plan of Union, and more. Students will learn about the differences in French and British colonial management, and their relation
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5th - 10th
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Jackson Mock Trial: Did Bank Veto, Force Bill, & Indian Removal Abuse Fed Power?
Bring students to the center of your Advanced Placement United States History or secondary-level History classroom through an engaging mock trial debate activity regarding three key issues of Andrew Jackson's legacy as president. This lesson was designed around the redesign curriculum for APUSH Period 4 (Topic 4.8 objectives) as students will either defend or prosecute Jackson on the 1832 Bank Veto, Tariff of Abominations and Force Bill Controversy with South Carolina, and the Indian Removal Act
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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U.S. Westward Expansion - Opportunity or Oppression? Reading & Writing Activity
Interactive U.S. Westward Expansion lesson! This lesson has students decide if the American West during Manifest Destiny expansion was a place of opportunity or oppression for different groups, including homesteaders, cowboys, women, African Americans, Mexicans, Native Americans, and Chinese immigrants. Students work in small groups (or independently) to learn about the experiences of these groups using secondary and primary sources. After completely a graphic organizer and a class discussion (o
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9th - 12th
The Requerimiento Primary Source Analysis + Distance Learning Version
The Requerimiento Primary Source Analysis takes your students back to the Age of Exploration where the Requerimiento [Requirement] was written to be read aloud as an ultimatum to conquered natives in the Americas. It proclaimed the religious authority of the Pope over the entire world and dictated that the conquered peoples accept Spanish rule and Christian preaching or risk subjugation, enslavement, and death. Through the Requerimiento, students learn the true purpose of the Spanish and the jus
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Manifest Destiny & Effect on Native Americans | Document Based Activity
This is an entire lesson on the topic of Westward Expansion/Manifest Destiny and the effect on the Native Americans. It includes a Power-point/Google Presentation AND an entire Document Based Activity with handouts!In this lesson your students will:1) Take notes from an 8 slide power-point (included) that gives them background info on the Native American Indians (Who were they, where did they live, what were their tribes/cultures like etc.)2) Students will examine multiple primary source excerpt
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8th - 11th
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The Massacre at Wounded Knee Primary Source Reading Passage (Print and Digital)
“We tried to run, but they shot us like we were buffalo. I know there are some good white people, but the soldiers must be mean to shoot children and women. Indian soldiers would not do that to white children.”This gripping NO PREP reading passage and response question worksheet will bring the atrocities of the Massacre at Wounded Knee to life for your students. The resource is available in print and digital formats! The passage summarizes key information about the massacre and includes primar
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Westward Expansion Unit BUNDLE
Native American Assimilation Boarding Schools: Source-Based Activities/Project
The three-part lesson package will engage students as they will gain a deep understanding of the Native American perspective of forced assimilation after the Civil War. Students will come out of this lesson fully grasping the dark legacy U.S. Government assimilation policies. Furthermore, students will sharpen their source-analysis abilities and document-based question writing abilities through a Google Doc-guided research project. Part 1: Background/Context: Students learn about the change in
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Impact of Westward Expansion DBQ - Printable and Google Ready!
What Were the Effects of Westward Expansion? In this 7-page DBQ, students will examine 6 primary and secondary sources before writing a response to this question.Through a close examination of the sources, students will learn how Westward Expansion impacted indigenous populations as well as the environment. When they have finished their analyses, there is a graphic organizer to help students organize their thoughts and prepare to write a response to the question. A step-by-step guide to teaching
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4th - 10th
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Settlement of the West 1865-1900...Beneficial for All? A DBQ Exercise
Help build your students primary source analysis skills while also fostering critical thinking and developing writing skills with this engaging DBQ exercise. Exploring the westward settlement following the Civil War, students will utilize the primary sources to respond to the provided prompt of "To what extent did the settlement of the West, following the Civil War up through 1900, produce positive benefits for all in the region?" Primary sources included highlight economic activity in the regio
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9th - 12th
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Colonists & Native American Interaction - Primary Source Analysis
This text set allows students to craft their own narratives about how early American Colonists and Native Americans interacted. Text set includes includes:
☺ 2 secondary sources (American history textbook excerpts)
☺ 6 primary sources
- - - • excerpts from colonists' journals
- - - • a speech
- - - • 1 piece of artwork
☺ Graphic organizers with each source that support students' interpretation of the text and determine whether the source is primary or secondary.
**Use this in units on Americ
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in: Introduction to Primary & Secondary Sources Bundle
Emma Lazarus and Chinese Exclusion Act Dawes Act Analysis
In this Emma Lazarus, Chinese Exclusion Act, and Dawes Act primary source analysis activity, understand the role of the Chinese Exclusion Act (affecting Chinese immigrants), the Dawes Act (affecting Native Americans), and the words of Emma Lazarus in "The New Colossus" that rest upon the Statue of Liberty!This activity is included in my Progressive Era and Gilded Age Unit Bundle located here!Students analyze the text from the Chinese Exclusion Act and the Dawes Act, then consider "What Would Emm
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7th - 10th
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Native American Boarding Schools & Audience
The first worksheet focuses on the importance of audience and the impact that this can have on the trustworthiness of the documents and photographs. Next, a reading is given that describes the experience of Native Americans at the Carlisle Industrial Indian school and the attempts by the American government to educate for extinction. The following worksheets ask questions about the boarding schools with a focus given to the importance of audience and the impact that this has on their trustworthi
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7th - 12th
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