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12th grade reading strategies dbqs
Uncle Tom's Cabin Excerpt Reading Analysis Worksheet
NOW GOOGLE COMPATIBLEUncle Tom's Cabin is one of the leading causes of the Civil War. Do your students know it? Have them read a quick excerpt from the book with this resource with prior information given to help establish the context!This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are un
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9th - 12th
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The Jungle Upton Sinclair Reading Worksheet
"The Jungle" was written by Upton Sinclair and is one of the most provocative and influential pieces of literature during the Progressive Era. Upton Sinclair worked in a Chicago Meat Plant for 7 weeks, and during his time, he recorded his observations. They were then shared in his publication of his book "The Jungle". This supplemental resource includes the reading of an excerpt from the book that focuses on the working conditions and unsanitary environment of the plant. It includes compreh
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8th - 12th
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Cambodian Genocide Lesson
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that teaches students about Pol Pot, the Khmer Rouge and the Cambodian Genocide. This lesson includes informational texts, guided reading questions, quote analysis, multiple-choice assessment questions, critical thinking writing tasks and graphic organizers. I have also included a written lesson plan for your convenience.Perfect for in class or remote (distance) learning classes!This Lesson is Complete... All You Have to Do is Teach!!!
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Genocides Bundle: Bosnian, Armenian, Cambodian, Darfur, Rwandan Genocides
Short Story (any) : Writing Prompts Constructed Response Practice Unit
Let me make your life easier. Use these 13 constructed responses to test knowledge of the CCSS standards after any short story. They include questions about: theme, characterization, text structure, word use, literary devices, comparison and contrast of similar short stories, mood, tone, conflict, and more. I've also included a handy rubric for easy grading. Click here to follow me for free lessons and sales!Click here to have free lessons and unit ideas sent to your email.Check out these other
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Short Story Unit Bundle of Lessons Use Digital or Printable
Gallery Walk Posters & Graphic Organizer for SOAPSTone Pre-AP Strategy
Get those kids moving! Both HISTORY and ENGLISH classes can use this kinesthetic activity and convenient graphic organizer to analyze an author's purpose, audience, and speaker in non-fiction, informational text, poetry, short stories, novels, and drama. Great as an assessment of comprehension for pre-class readings.SOAPSTone requires students to think critically to identify textual evidence that supports their analysis of a text's (S)peaker, (O)ccasion, (A)udience, (P)urpose, (S)ubjects, and (T
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Mayan Literature - The Popul Vuh
Students will have the opportunity to engage with one of the most enduring works of ancient Mesoamerican literature, the Popul Vuh. The Popul Vuh captures unique aspects of Maya culture, mythology, and understanding of the universe. This assignment allows students to examine primary source material and ask though-provoking questions about the text.
Aztec
Maya
Mayan
Olmec
Inca
Toltec
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Setting
Rising action
Ancient Civilizations
Ancient History
American History
America
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6th - 12th
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Mohandas Ghandi Lesson
This is a dynamic CCLS aligned lesson that engages students. It includes informational texts, writing exercises, higher order thinking questions, vocabulary activities and more. Great for first time lesson or test prep!!!Word and PDF Versions Included. This lesson is complete... All you have to do is print and teach!
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Chinese Exclusion Act- Primary Source Reading
During the 1880s, nativism was on the rise in urban America. During a dark time in American history, the Chinese Exclusion Act was passed, barring immigration and citizenship for the Chinese.This primary source document includes an abridged version of the Chinese Exclusion Act (Section 1-4 & 14-15), as well as 5 comprehension questions and 2 critical thinking questions, as well as a breakdown of subject, occasion, audience, and purpose.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the so
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9th - 12th
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Samuel's Memory- Trail of Tears Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Trail of Tears was one of many dark chapters in American History. This memoir of the account depicts a first-hand experience of a nine-year-old Cherokee Indian who was forced from his home, marched in the cold, and lost his family along the way. Covering the death of his father, mother, and learned hatred of "the white man", this memoir puts into perspective the ideas and notions of the Native Americans as they were forced on their long and deadly march from their homes.This primary source
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7th - 12th
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Caning of Charles Sumner Primary Source Reading Analysis
The Antebellum period is such a unique period in American history. In 1856, Preston Brooks beat Senator Charles Sumner with a cane in the middle of the Senate floor. After the controversial Kansas-Nebraska Act, it was clear that violence was the new norm for the pre-war period. This resource includes an article from the time period written in a southern perspective.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Fe
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7th - 12th
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Cross of Gold Speech Primary Source Reading Worksheet
This excerpt of William Jennings Bryan's Cross of Gold Speech is a great supplemental resource for your Populism/Gilded Age Unit. This resource provides an excerpt of his speech, as well as comprehension questions relating to the speech, bimetallism, and the Populist Party agenda.Feel free to preview this assignment!This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with SOAPstone, please download my free resource on this reading strategy. SOAPstone Presentatio
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9th - 12th
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Rhetorical and Argumentative Analysis of the Funeral Scene in Julius Caesar
The annotated version of Act III, Scene II of Julius Caesar is aligned with the Common Core emphases on how and why author's use specific rhetorical devices and argumentative appeals to enhance the meaning of the text and develop the characters and themes. The marginal notes for these critical monologues by Mark Antony and Brutus over Caesar's body, are detailed explanations of the appeals and literary and rhetorical devices that highlight this essential dramatic literature selection. The anno
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Temperance Movement Close Reading {History Guru}
Determining the feelings and emotions of moments in history through comics and propaganda is a great way to explain events to students. This close read is going over exactly that for the Temperance Movement. This will break down vocab, references, and context clues. This could easily be a simple DBQ or an in-depth close read opportunity for either a US History class or a Reading/ ELA course.Check out samples on my Instagram: @HistoryGuruTPTCustomer Tips:Be the first to know about my new discount
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7th - 12th
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Yellow Journalism Reading Worksheet- Spanish American War
"Remember the Maine!" was heard around the Spanish American War. This resource looks at the explosion of the U.S.S. Maine from the lens of yellow journalism. Feel free to view the preview for a sneak peek of the source.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with SOAPstone, please download my free resource on this reading strategy. SOAPstone PresentationIt is an extremely easy strategy to use when breaking down any reading material. This resolution
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9th - 12th
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Armistice Day Primary Source Reading
World War I was full of innovations that caused devastation to the world. With soldiers finding it hard to re-enter civilian life, massive casualties along the front lines, it was no wonder that the initial call for Armistice on Nov. 11th, 1918 was met with hesitation. This resource is a first-hand account from a Colonel during the call for Armistice when he was stationed on the French lines. This unique perspective allows students to see that although citizens at home celebrated, many of our
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7th - 12th
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Adolf Hitler's Rise To Power Lesson
This is a CCLS aligned lesson that examines how Hitler rose to power in Germany. It is great for a new lesson or it can be used for test prep and review. It includes informational texts, vocabulary builders, primary and secondary source analysis, opposing viewpoints, speech analysis, and higher-order critical thinking questions and writing prompts.I have also included a PowerPoint and Lesson plan for your convenience!This lesson is complete, all you have to do is print and teach!!!You should als
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â World War II (World War 2) Bundle
Iron Curtain Speech Primary Source Reading Analysis
After WWII, there was a race to rebuild Europe. The Soviet Union ended up taking control of much of East Europe, with West Europe receiving the aid of the democratic west. The race to expand government influence led to this powerful speech given by Winston Churchill in 1946.This primary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the read
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9th - 12th
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Vietnam War Gulf of Tonkin Resolution Reading Worksheet
This resolution was a key turning point in the Vietnam War and a huge increase in presidential power. This resource outlines the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution as passed in Congress, and includes comprehension and critical thinking questions, as well as its answer key.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with SOAPstone, please download my free resource on this reading strategy. SOAPstone PresentationIt is an extremely easy strategy to use when breaking
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9th - 12th
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US History: The End of the Civil War
EDITABLE reading comprehension packet on the decisions made by Union and Confederate leadership to bring the American Civil War to an end. Packet includes key information, pictures for visual learners, text-based opinion discussion-starters and rigorous reading comprehension questions with space to answer them right on the page.
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7th - 12th
Yukon Gold Rush Reading Worksheet
On August 16, 1896, miners found gold in the Klondike region of the Yukon in northwestern Canada. This inspired a migration of an estimated 100,000 people between 1896 and 1899, hoping to find similar success and riches. This secondary source analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document.Feel free to view the preview for a breakdown of the source.This primary source follows the reading strategy of SOAPstone. If you are unfamiliar with
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7th - 12th
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Constitutional Monarchy & Magna Carta Reading and Questions- Great for Sub!
This lesson includes a 3-page reading that cover the Magna Carta and England's transition from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy. Students will read and analyze (including 2 clauses from the Magna Carta) and answer 8 document-based questions. There is also a bonus crossword that requires students to use information from the text (and the vocabulary) in order to answer the clues. There are keys for both the DBQs and the crossword. Please take a moment to leave a review, TPT will g
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9th - 12th
Graphic Organizers for Primary Source Document Analysis
The following series of graphic organizers are designed to help students make meaning of primary sources. This series was designed to complement Common Core lesson planning.
The following packet of organizers includes:
Annotation Guide
Primary Source Document Analysis
Document Comparison: For/ Against
Multiple Document Analysis
Evidence and Examples for Central Ideas
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7th - 12th
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Ohio- Song Worksheet Analysis
The Vietnam War created tension all across the United States. At the height of the counterculture revolution, there was a protest at Kent State University. The National Guard was called and students were killed in the process. Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young wrote "Ohio" after the event unfolded.This song analysis includes comprehension questions and critical thinking questions related directly to the document, as well as a page on how to use it, and an extension activity.Feel free to view
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9th - 12th
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Christopher Columbus Reading and Anticipation Guide (HIGH SCHOOL)
This lesson includes a 3-page reading (& primary sources) that cover the truth about Christopher Columbus. *One of the primary sources is graphic, so I don't recommend for middle school. Students use a (provided) anticipation guide with statements that they respond to three times (before reading, after analyzing sources, and then reading the text). This shows students that their understanding of content can be influenced by what they are exposed to. Students will respond to the statements af
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9th - 12th
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