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12th grade civics dbqs
Black Code Vs. Jim Crow Gallery Walk Source Activity for Reconstruction
Get students out of their desks and collaborating with this primary source-based gallery activity that challenges students to differentiate Black Codes and Jim Crow Laws. This lesson will allow students to better understand the failures of Reconstruction and the state laws future civil rights movements fought to overturn. Included in this package is the following: -Mini-Lesson PowerPoint on Black Codes, Jim Crow, and Plessy v. Ferguson. -Student Note and Gallery Walk Activity Sheet (Both Word an
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7th - 12th
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2020 Political Party Platform Comparisons
I'm excited to release an updated version of my party platforms assignment, featuring the platforms that were adopted during the 2020 election year! My previous assignment of excerpts from the 2012 and 2016 political party platforms (this is a free download if you want to sample it) were big hits, and the 2020 election produced... SOME new documents for me to use!IMPORTANT NOTE FOR 2020 PLATFORMSAs with all things in 2020, party platforming wasn't the same as it used to be. The GOP and the Lib
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9th - 12th
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Compare the First Two Political Parties Federalist and Democratic Republican
Students will read primary source quotes to ANALYZE the differences between America's first two political parties, the Federalists and Democratic Republicans in this PRINT & GO activity. Using the primary source quotes from both Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton, students will have a first hand account of the different beliefs for the course of the newly formed United States of America. This activity can be used as an INTRODUCTION to the POLITICAL PARTIES!Topics for quotes include: •
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8th - 12th
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Road to American Revolution DBQ (Document Based Questions) Paper and Google
U.S. History Road to Revolution DBQ Document Based Questions and Writing Prompt with Checklist (Paper and Google Drive Versions), Digital Distance Learning & PrintThis This American History Road to Revolution Document Based Question Writing Activity is perfect for Common Core planning in your American History or Civics classroom! Also part of American History Part 1 (Colonialism to Reconstruction) MEGA BUNDLE and ROAD TO REVOLUTION BUNDLEThis product includes:4 Sources4 Document Based Questi
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â ROAD TO REVOLUTION BUNDLE (AMERICAN HISTORY BUNDLE)
Civil Rights Movement DBQ
This Civil Rights Movement DBQ includes eight primary source documents (text and photographs) with guided questions, leading up to a DBQ prompt that can be completed in-class or at home. This also includes an answer key for the short questions and a rubric for easy grading.
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â DBQ & Mini-DBQ Bundle Distance Learning
The Powers of Congress | The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning Activity
This objective for the powers of Congress will help your students understand the expressed and implied powers of Congress. Students will get the opportunity to examine these powers and think critically about why the Framers of the Constitution included these powers. Give your students everything they need to master this topic with this great activity. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Powers of Congress" Distance Learning activity includes:1) 4 pages of engaging graphic organizers t
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning | Activity Bundle
CONSTITUTION SCAVENGER HUNT: Google Drive | Google Forms | Google Classroom
To better understand the basic information within the U.S. Constitution, students will browse through this primary source document and find the main ideas regarding the 7 Articles and 27 Amendments. Included are 17 questions about the articles and 27 questions about the amendments. All questions (except for one) will be answered with a number. This is a great way to introduce, study, or review the United States Constitution for your civics unit or for a Constitution Day activity. You may even
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Civics & US Government Lesson, Activities, Simulations and More: The Bundle
Andrew Jackson Indian Removal Act Age of Jackson Stations Activity
This engaging resource includes six stations and a six-page worksheet over the Age of Jackson, the Indian Removal Act, and the Trail of Tears. Students are required to analyze multiple political cartoons and primary source quotations. The final station offers students the opportunity to analyze Jackson’s presidency and legacy.Station 1: A Brief Overview of Jackson’s Life and Presidential TermStation 2: Jackson’s Duel and the Assassination AttemptStation 3: Jackson Through Political CartoonsStati
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Sectionalism Manifest Destiny America Before the Civil War Unit Plan Bundle
Constitution of the United States and its Amendments Digital Break Out Activity
Constitution of the USA Break In To History ActivityIn a Breakout room, people are locked in a room, and need to solve a set of riddles/clues in order to discover the key to leave the room. Since we can't lock students into classrooms in America, we Break IN instead. Solve a set of historical riddles in order to get clues to a hidden key and break in to a locked box in the room!Why do a Break In To History activity?*Vocabulary intensive clues that force students to stretch and make connections
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7th - 12th
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US HISTORY - GOVERMENT & CITIZENSHIP: US Constitution BUNDLE
This bundle includes 13 great resources that form a complete learning segment.These resources offer a variety of learning strategies that engage the students in meaningful learning. Such as Primary Source AnalysisPowerPoint PresentationsGroup Discussion Questions prompts. Assessments & AssignmentsMovie Guide Questions with Answer KeyKey Topics include:The Articles of ConfederationThe Constitutional ConventionThe Constitution - Separation of Powers Federalism & Powers Defined in the Con
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7th - 12th
US History | Learning about the Constitution + Primary Source Analysis
This lesson covers the essentials of the U.S. Constitution, the context around the document that influenced it, principles like separation of powers, checks and balances, and the functions of the three branches of government. Students analyze the excerpts of various articles from the Constitution, and compare and contrast the Congressional and presidential powers. Students examine the enumerated powers of Congress in Article 1, Section 1, while contrasting those powers to the powers of the pres
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â US HISTORY - GOVERMENT & CITIZENSHIP: US Constitution BUNDLE
Should Tik Tok Be Banned? NYS Regents-aligned Argument Essay
This is a New York State Regents-aligned student argument essay that asks students to take a side on a current political issue: Should Tik Tok Be Banned? Using 5 highly engaging and thought-provoking articles, students will debate the pros and cons of the current debate in Congress about banning the social media app. My students had so much fun debating this high-interest, culturally responsive topic that they could use their prior knowledge for! All articles are from this year and reflect the c
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8th - 12th
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State and Local Government Reading and Activity (Google Compatible)
State and Local Government Activity Is your class learning about local politics and your local community?In the State and Local Government Activity, students will read a handout about state and local governments, they will then answer a series of text based questions. After the reading and questions students will choose a local government service to research and analyze. Students will answer questions about their local service and why it matters to the community. This lesson is a great introduct
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â State and Local Government Unit Plan
14th Amendment - "Citizenship Rights-Equal Protection" - Enhanced DBQ Close Read
A PERFECT ACTIVITY FOR HISTORY AND CIVICS CLASSES!
In studying this Amendment, your students will learn the history behind gaining full citizenship rights and how equal protection under the law works in the U.S., an in depth study of the 14th Amendment, and a Matching assessment quiz.
An Enhanced Document-Based Question Unit that includes elements of Close Reading Strategies to gain a GREATER understanding of the 14th Amendment - "Citizenship Rights-Equal Protection". This lesson includes:
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5th - 12th
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The Bill of Rights: Students 1st Amendment Rights in Schools | Court Cases
This lesson creates meaningful interaction with students, as it focuses on their rights, and how the 1st Amendment applies to them. Students are engaged as they analyze their rights in different situations.For example, can students protest their dress code? Can school administrators remove books from the school library for being controversial? Students explore Supreme Court cases and scenarios while examining these questions and situations.Introduction & purpose of the Bill of Rights and Ame
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7th - 12th
1st Amendment- Freedom of Speech Lesson
Engaging 1st amendment lesson on the controversial topic of Freedom of Speech. Lesson can be used for students to work through independently on computer or tablet. Teachers can also utilize this lesson as a teacher guided resource. Personally, I have used this lesson in Edmodo, Google Classroom, and Versal Course. It includes videos and articles along with discussion based questions to check for understanding.
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7th - 12th
US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Infographics Analysis Lesson
Teach your students about the US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through analyzing various infographics with this engaging lesson plan. This activity provides a comprehensive overview of GDP and includes:Observation and comparison of US GDP to other countriesAnalysis of changes in US GDP over timeIdentification of the types of spending that make up US GDPAnd more!This lesson is perfect for promoting critical thinking and data analysis skills. Help your students understand the significance of GDP an
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9th - 12th
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US HISTORY & GOVERMENT | The Constitution - UNIT PLAN LESSONS
This resource includes 10 Lessons that explore various subjects related to the Constitution. This offers students helpful background information to understand the Articles of Confederation and the problems that led to the Constitutional Convention.Students can analysis various primary sources, compare arguments, and explore influential documents that played a crucial role in the development of the Constitution. This resource provides a total of 161 Slides & 37 Pages distributed among the 1
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Constitution Document Based Questions DBQ (American History)
Constitution Document Based Questions DBQ, Digital Distance Learning & PrintThis practice will allow your students to dig deep and analyze the various aspects of the Constitution. 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! American History DBQ, American History Test Prep, American History Test Review, American History, Ameri
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Constitution BUNDLE (Civics Bundle and Government Bundle)
Civics Bellwork for the WHOLE YEAR {History Guru}
Civics Bellwork for the WHOLE YEARThe students will complete the bellwork in a 5 day model. Each day is a scaffolded release of questions targeted at 5 main language arts standards. This allows students to pick apart the important information while meeting their language arts requirements in social studies18 topics: Including Economics, Enlightenment, Elections, Executive Branch, Legislative Branch, Citizenship, ETC!Bellwork ProcedureConversation: There is no talking during Bellwork time. Silent
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Civics Bundle: 181 Products and over $400 in lessons/activities
Close Reading: First Amendment Landmark Cases and Political Cartoons
Perfect for Social Studies, Language Arts, Reading, Debate, and Public Speaking classes! This lesson guides students through reading and analyzing the first amendment, what is protected speech and unprotected speech. Students examine the actual amendment, sample political cartoons, and two Landmark Supreme Court cases. To culminate the lesson, students conduct further research on the First Amendment in schools to create their own political cartoon to show mastery of the material!
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6th - 12th
U.S. Colonies DBQ Document Based Questions & Writing, Digital Google Learning
U.S. History U.S. Colonies Document Based Questions and Writing Prompt with Checklist (Paper and Google Drive Versions), Digital Distance Learning & PrintThis This U.S. Colonies Document Based Question Writing Activity is perfect for Common Core planning in your American History or Civics classroom! BUY IN A BUNDLEU.S. History Bundle. Also follow for updates on new products. I will be adding Document Based Questions and Writing Activities for U.S. History and Civics! Also part of American H
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6th - 12th
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Middle East Politics: Which Governments Should the U.S. Choose as Allies?
In this lesson, developed by Shawneen Morrison, students analyze a chart that lists critical information concerning 8 anonymous Middle Eastern nations to decide which would make the most valuable allies for the United States. Then they work to convince their classmates to vote in favor of their choices. Afterward, students are presented with additional information, like comparative data with other Western nations, demand for oil, the presence of terrorist groups, and geographic location to see
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8th - 12th
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Constitution Primary Source DBQ - Federalist Papers #10 & 51 DBQs
This is an in-depth and challenging assignment. Students will need to read, and demonstrate their understanding of two of the most significant Federalist essays in the Federalist Papers collection. I've taken several hours to go through the primary source document to excerpt it to make it more accessible to students; be aware that it's still a challenging read. The challenge is worth it though, and this will push even your highest-achieving students to work hard!I assess my students' ability to
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9th - 12th
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