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7th grade social studies dbq pdfs

Preview of The Underground Railroad Reading Comprehension Worksheet Slavery Civil War

The Underground Railroad Reading Comprehension Worksheet Slavery Civil War

This passage briefly describes the Underground Railroad. 24 questions (identify, multiple choice, and DBQ) assess students' understanding. Another 3 short answer questions ask students about an African American song used to escape to freedom. I've included a color and BW version and a key. INCLUDES:Article (1000-1100 Lexile) 24 Questions- Identify and Multiple Choice; DBQ3 Short AnswerColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedPart of my Civil War BundleAlso part of my Slavery BundleI do my best to mak
Preview of The Sinking of the Lusitania: Solve the WWI Mystery w Primary Source Analysis!

The Sinking of the Lusitania: Solve the WWI Mystery w Primary Source Analysis!

Perhaps one of the most important events of World War One, the sinking of the Lusitania has fascinated kids and adults for years. Use this mystery to harness that fascination and engage students in an inquiry-based mission that they will remember all year long!In this mystery, students are posed with an engaging scenario - they are CIA Agents that must piece together once and for all how and why the Lusitania sank. They are presented with a variety of "exhibits," all cleverly designed to engage
Preview of Causes of the Great Depression Reading Comprehension 1930s

Causes of the Great Depression Reading Comprehension 1930s

This passage explains the main causes of the Great Depression. Students answer 10 identification questions, 4 multiple choice questions, then observe 2 documents and answer 7 multiple choice questions. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:article 10 identification questions4 multiple choice questions2 documents with 7 multiple choice questionsColor and BW VersionskeyIncluded in my Great Depression Reading Comprehension Bundle*I do my best to make sure
Preview of World War II (2) Attack on Pearl Harbor Reading Comprehension Worksheet

World War II (2) Attack on Pearl Harbor Reading Comprehension Worksheet

This passage gives a brief overview of the events of the attack on Pearl Harbor in World War II. 17 questions (matching and multiple choice) assess students' learning. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:Article 17 questions- matching and multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my WW2 Battles Bundle- gives quick overview of key battles. Great for centers!Also part of my WWII Reading Comprehension BundleAlso part of my December Reading C
Preview of World War 2 and the Homefront Document Analysis Project for US History

World War 2 and the Homefront Document Analysis Project for US History

This thorough packet includes 6 documents from the American homefront during WW2 along with background readings on each. Students analyze key information from short paragraphs, posters, and more to answer questions for each. This is a fantastic overview of how life changed for Americans during the war. Included topics are the changing role of women, industrial production, rationing, victory gardens, changing roles for marginalized groups, and internment camps. Each page includes great visuals,
Preview of Decolonization of Africa Reading Comprehension Worksheet and Map Activity

Decolonization of Africa Reading Comprehension Worksheet and Map Activity

The colonization of Africa dramatically impacted the people who lived there. This product contains an article on the Decolonization of Africa with 15 comprehension questions (matching, multiple choice, short answer). Students use a chart describing the independence of African nations. Using this chart, students will color and label to show the decades of African independence. 10 multiple choice questions assess students understanding of the map. There is a powerful aspect to the coloring for
Preview of Holocaust Overview Reading Comprehension Worksheet World War II WWII

Holocaust Overview Reading Comprehension Worksheet World War II WWII

This article gives an overview of the Holocaust. 23 multiple choice questions assess students' learning of the topic. This is a great product to use as an informational text when reading literature about the Holocaust. I've included a color and black and white versions, as well as the key. *This discusses difficult information, so I would not recommend using with younger students. Includes:article (1100-1200 Lexile)23 multiple choice questions, map questionsColor and BW VersionKey IncludedPart
Preview of Women's Suffrage Reading Comprehension Worksheet 1920s Voting Rights Twenties

Women's Suffrage Reading Comprehension Worksheet 1920s Voting Rights Twenties

This passage gives a brief description of women's suffrage. 16 questions (multiple choice and DBQ) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:*Article (1100-1200 Lexile)*16 total questions- multiple choice and DBQ*Color and BW Versions*KeyPart of my 1920s Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
Preview of Japanese Internment Camps Primary Source Reading & Worksheet

Japanese Internment Camps Primary Source Reading & Worksheet

Japanese Internment Camps Primary Source Reading & WorksheetThis is a marvelous first-person account of what it was like for a 19-year-old girl from California to be placed into an internment camp during World War II. Told in a passionate, engaging style by civil rights activist Yuri Kochiyama, it tells the effects of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Executive Order 9066 on her and her family. The worksheet is slightly edited to a one page reading for students with an introduction to set th
Preview of Jim Crow Laws Reading Comprehension Civil Rights Movement Black History Month

Jim Crow Laws Reading Comprehension Civil Rights Movement Black History Month

Do your students know who Jim Crow was? My students are always shocked to learn about this interesting topic. This reading comprehension and DBQ product will give your students a basic understanding of what the Jim Crow laws were and how they impacted African Americans. The article is 1100-1200 Lexile range and has clearly marked subtitles for each section. This helps students refer back to the article when answering the questions. There are 33 total questions including true/false, multiple
Preview of U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Worksheet DBQ: Read and Understand

U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Worksheet DBQ: Read and Understand

With this worksheet, students will learn about the Bill of Rights, the first 10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. They will also learn to engage with the language of primary documents. For this activity, the students will read the actual words of the Bill of Rights. They will then answer fill-in-the-blank questions, define key terms, and answer comprehension questions. NO additional text sources needed. By referring back to the original Bill of Rights, students will learn to engage with lang
Preview of Lewis and Clark Expedition Activity | Primary Sources DBQ | Printable & Digital

Lewis and Clark Expedition Activity | Primary Sources DBQ | Printable & Digital

Use Lewis and Clark's authentic journal entries to teach students about the famous expedition! Your students will evaluate the success of Lewis and Clark's journey by analyzing primary sources, recording evidence, and answering a document based question. Everything you need for a comprehensive lesson on the Lewis and Clark expedition is included! Printable PDF and Google Drive versions are included.**This resource is part of the printable and digital Lewis and Clark Unit Bundle. It includes 5 N
Preview of Industrial Revolution Child Labor Reading Comprehension Worksheet DBQ

Industrial Revolution Child Labor Reading Comprehension Worksheet DBQ

Need to provide a brief overview of child labor during the Industrial Revolution? This gives this and 26 total questions (vocabulary, true/false, multiple choice) assess students' learning. Some of the questions are document-based, taking your students' understanding to the next level. I've also added a version without the images.INCLUDES:Article about Child Labor (900-1000 Lexile)Questions on article:1) vocabulary2) true/false3) multiple choiceDocument Questions 1) Political Cartoon2) Pamphlet
Preview of 13 Colonies - Pilgrims vs. Puritans - Reading and Comparison Chart and Key

13 Colonies - Pilgrims vs. Puritans - Reading and Comparison Chart and Key

Created by
History Matters
13 Colonies - Pilgrims vs. Puritans - Reading and Comparison Chart - This 5 page resource relates to the 13 Colonies of American history and centers on the similarities and differences between the Pilgrims and the Puritans in early 13 Colonies history. The resource includes a detailed 2 page reading on the basic history of both the Pilgrims and the Puritans and their roles in the 13 Colonies. The reading details the basic similarities and differences of the Pilgrims and Puritans and is an exce
Preview of U.S. Constitution Preamble Worksheet DBQ: Students Write Preamble in Own Words

U.S. Constitution Preamble Worksheet DBQ: Students Write Preamble in Own Words

With this worksheet, students will learn about the history and purpose of the Preamble of the Constitution of the United States of America. They will also learn to engage with the language of primary documents. For this activity, the Preamble is broken down into manageable sections. Students will begin by answering guiding questions that help them to develop a deeper understanding of each section. They will then deconstruct the original language, section by section, and determine what the Pream
Preview of World War II 10 Major Battles Reading Comprehension Bundle D-Day Pearl Harbor

World War II 10 Major Battles Reading Comprehension Bundle D-Day Pearl Harbor

This reading comprehension bundle briefly highlights ten major battles of World War II (listed below). There is a variety of comprehension questions to go with each article. In addition, there is a chart and follow-up activities (bonus files). These are PDF files and are not editable. Please do not post of public sites.Includes:-Battle of the Atlantic-Battle of Britain-Pearl Harbor-Battle of Midway-Battle of Guadalcanal-Battle of Stalingrad-D-Day (Invasion of Normandy)-Battle of the Bulge-Batt
Preview of Freedom Rides Reading Comprehension Worksheet Civil Rights Movement

Freedom Rides Reading Comprehension Worksheet Civil Rights Movement

This passage briefly describes the Freedom Rides during the African American Civil Rights Movement. 10 multiple choice questions assess students' understanding. I've included the key. Includes:Article 10 multiple choice questionsColor and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my Civil Rights Movement BundleYOU MAY ALSO LIKE:Civil Rights Movement SlideshowLittle Rock NineBrown vs. Board of EducationCivil Rights Act of 1964Martin Luther King Jr.March on WashingtonSit-insWord WallMarch From Selma to Mon
Preview of Women in World War II Reading Comprehension Worksheet Rosie the Riveter

Women in World War II Reading Comprehension Worksheet Rosie the Riveter

This passage explains the role of women during World War II. 25 questions (matching, true/false, short answer, and DBQ) assess students' learning. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:article (1100-1200 Lexile) 25 questions- matching, true/false, short answer, DBQ multiple choiceColor and BW VersionAnswer key includedPart of my WWII Reading Comprehension Bundle*I do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE mess
Preview of Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire

Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire

Created by
Living History
This lesson always turns the classroom excitement level way up! Students will hear stories of Mongol warriors drinking horse blood on the run and catapulting Black Death carcasses in siege warfare, as well as learn about the Mongol Empire's policies of religious tolerance and egalitarian meritocracy. How did Genghis Khan manage to establish the largest land-based contiguous empire in the world's history? What was it about the Mongols' geography, way of life, military tactics, and ruling styles t
Preview of Great Depression New Deal Reading Comprehension Worksheet FDR

Great Depression New Deal Reading Comprehension Worksheet FDR

This passage describes FDR's New Deal. Students describe each program in the "Alphabet Soup" graphic organizer. Students cut out and paste different events and place them in the correct order. Students answer multiple choice analogies, short answer questions, and DBQ multiple choice questions. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key for all sheets. Includes: -Article (1100-1200 Lexile) -Alphabet Soup Graphic Organizer-Sequencing Events-Analogies, short answer, and
Preview of Brown v. Board of Education Reading Comprehension Worksheet Integration DBQ

Brown v. Board of Education Reading Comprehension Worksheet Integration DBQ

Through this reading passage, students will learn about the landmark trial Brown v. Board of Education. 17 questions (matching and multiple choice) assess students' understanding of the topic. Some of the questions are document-based to further assess them. Includes:Article (1300-1400 Lexile)17 questions- matching, multiple choice (some DBQ)Color and BW Versionskey includedPart of my Civil Rights Movement BundleYOU MAY ALSO LIKE:Civil Rights Movement BundleCivil Rights Movement SlideshowLittl
Preview of Pompeii Destruction Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis

Pompeii Destruction Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis

Created by
Learning Pyramid
Make learning about the destruction of the Roman city of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius engaging and educational with this investigation activity! Your students will learn about the disaster of Pompeii through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical and creative thinking, and incorporates primary source testimony from Pliny the Younger. Perfect for lessons on ancient civilizations and world history, this resource makes Ancient Rome come to life!A visually engaging cas
Preview of Rosa Parks Montgomery Bus Boycott Reading Comprehension Civil Rights Movement

Rosa Parks Montgomery Bus Boycott Reading Comprehension Civil Rights Movement

This passage briefly describes the life of Rosa Parks. 20 questions (matching and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I have also included a poem about Rosa Parks with 4 questions and two other documents with 6 multiple choice questions total. There are color and BW versions and a key. Please check out the PREVIEW to see exactly what you are getting. INCLUDES:article 20 matching and multiple choice questionspoem 4 questions2 documents with 6 multiple choice questionsColor and BW
Preview of Document-Based Question Writing Sentence Starters (DBQ) Social Studies

Document-Based Question Writing Sentence Starters (DBQ) Social Studies

Analyze a source...now what? The writing resources included are great for social studies assignments that require document or text-based writing. Teach students how to locate important information in sources and help them put their observations into words. This must-have resource will become every students' "go to" when analyzing sources and completing DBQ social studies tasks. 5 Steps for Teaching Writing in Social Studies Resources Included:1.) Understanding the Writing Prompt (Example of ana
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Social studies offers valuable insights into history, geography, and much more. Social studies captivates students by providing them with perspectives from the past, present, and future, allowing them to understand history and navigate current events. It enables them to appreciate how previous generations have shaped their present reality. In essence, social studies opens their eyes to the vastness of life beyond their immediate surroundings.

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Learning social studies offers many benefits to students in terms of helping them develop a holistic understanding of the world. Namely, it helps them:

  • Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
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  • Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
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If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable or digital social studies resources, TPT has an extensive array of instructional materials for every learning need, topic, or grade level. Whether you’re teaching students about America’s democratic process, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., how to read maps, or World War II, we’ve got you covered.

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For instance, first graders can explore worksheets on senses and emotions, followed by a coloring page featuring Harriet Tubman. Older students can test their knowledge with quizzes on statistics and capital cities, then delve into the history of the Underground Railroad through an informational sheet or enjoy a word search focused on civil rights leaders. With such a wide variety of subjects and topics covered, our social studies pages provide endless opportunities for students to explore the world in captivating ways.

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