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Critical thinking middle ages dbqs
Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!
Martin Luther Tweets His 95 Theses! The Protestant Reformation & Modern Day!This highly-engaging Martin Luther activity presents a fun way to interact with primary sources at the start of the Reformation! Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 theses that were nailed to the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany in 1517!☆ ☆ Get this engaging resource (and a huge discount) when you purchase my Renaissance activities unit located here bundle!Students analyze 6 of Martin Luther's 95 Theses, t
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5th - 8th
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Manorialism and Feudalism in Medieval Europe DBQ
This DBQ looks at manorialism (the economic system during the Middle Ages) and feudalism (Medieval Europe’s political system) through 6 primary and secondary source documents including 1 illustration, 1 chart and 1 map. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and a summary essay question using the documents wraps up the DBQ.This DBQ:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required formatis useful as homework, test review or
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Medieval Times Bundle
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
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â GROWING WWI BUNDLE: Higher Order Thinking WWI Activities (SS5H2)
The Black Death: Lesson, DBQ, PowerPoint, and Fun Game!
In this complete lesson, students learn about the origins and impact of the Black Death in medieval Europe through a vivid PowerPoint presentation, primary source analysis activities, and an interactive "Black Death" game that your students will be talking about all year long!The lesson begins with a "Do Now" question in which students analyze a medieval woodcut showing overall themes of the Black Death's impact on Europe. Students then learn about how the advances and growth of the Agricultural
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6th - 11th
Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire
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
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7th - 11th
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Road to the American Revolution DBQ Document-Based Questions
American RevolutionDocument-Based Questions (DBQs) are a great way to expose students to primary sources as well as to make them think about an event in history and respond to it. This unit can be used in a few ways. You can project the full-page images on my board so that we can discuss them, and then the students answer the DBQ in their notebooks. I have also included the DBQs in printable format so that your students can answer on paper and digital Google Forms that you can send electronicall
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4th - 6th
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Mansa Musa, Egypt, and Snapchat? Students analyze the stop & create Snapchats!
In this Mansa Musa and Islam resource on West Africa, students analyze a primary source of Musa's pitstop in Egypt on his way to Mecca on his holy pilgrimage. Once students answer the analytical questions, they use excerpts from the source to create a Snapchat story of Mansa Musa's experiences in Egypt. There are three versions of the Snapchat story to best fit the needs of your students!Tons of fun, easy to implement, and a fun way to integrate modern technology!This resource in included in my
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5th - 8th
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Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Project Bundle
Two dynamic renewable and nonrenewable energy sources projects. Student will apply research skills to learn about renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and then apply their knowledge to help a fictional community decide which two energy sources are best for their town. These projects put students in charge of their learning and keep them motivated with real life scenarios while improving their critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking skills, and research skills. Minimal p
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5th - 8th
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MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Historical Thinking Skills Activities
Historical thinking is a key skill for students to utilize when examining primary and secondary sources. In order for students to fully understand a source, they must examine it in-depth. These activities are designed to strengthen student's understanding of historical sources. They can be used with any type of historical document.
The Historical Thinking Skills Activities includes:
***Teacher Resources***
1. What is Historical Thinking (A letter for the teacher)
2. Think and Link – the step
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5th - 8th
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Charlemagne Primary Source Lesson
This primary source analysis lesson on Charlemagne is perfect for your Middle Ages unit in World History! The activity includes 8 primary sources excerpts from a 1,200-year-old biography of the "King of the Franks" that can be easily understood by your students. Each helps students understand about Charlemagne's life and personality so they can analyze him as a leader. A graphic organizer page is included for students to use with the sources along with a worksheet of analysis questions. Students
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7th - 10th
Comparing Feudalism in Europe and Japan: A Self-Directed Learning Activity!
Comparing Feudalism in Europe and Japan: A Self-Directed Learning Activity!This Feudalism lesson is included in the larger Medieval Japan unit, located here:Medieval Japan: A Unit Plan! 4 Engaging Lessons to Teach Japan's Middle Ages!Buy the unit and save 20%!-----------------------------------------------In this highly-engaging Feudalism activity, students navigate throughout the room to uncover details at 7 different stations about the similarities and differences between European and Japane
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5th - 8th
Causes and Effects of the Crusades DBQ Activity
Causes and Effects of the Crusades: DBQ Activity – Instructions:The main goal of this lesson is to have students analyze primary and secondary sources to determine various causes and impacts of the Crusades:This lesson has a total of 2 DBQ’s:DBQ 1 – Causes of the Crusades (5 documents)DBQ 2 – Impacts of the Crusades (5 Documents)In total, there are 7 potential activity options for this lesson! DBQ1 – Causes of the Crusades:Option 1 – Answer the analysis questions based on the documentsOption 2
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6th - 11th
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Also included in:Â The Middle Ages and Renaissance - Unit Bundle
The Crusades Primary Source Analysis and Creative Activities
Students will read an account of the Crusades, answer 16 questions, and complete 5 creative tasks. The tasks include creating an emblem for their banner, discussing the role of a town crier, designing a museum exhibit, and more! An answer key is included where appropriate and this would be great for a sub! See the preview for a closer look!Sample questions include:--The Turks naturally wouldn't have seen themselves as infidels. Describe what their point of view would have been on ransacking
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7th - 10th
Also included in:Â Medieval Europe at its Height Bundle
World History | Protestant & Counter-Reformation | Document Based Activity
This 17 page activity packet (2 VERSIONS to meet the needs of your students) contains everything your students need to complete a Document Based Activity (using primary sources/secondary sources) on how the Catholic Church fought back against the Protestant Reformation (Counter-Reformation). Students will read primary/secondary documents that introduce them to the ideas of the 95 Theses, Council of Trent, Inquisition, the Society of Jesus/Jesuits and the Index of Prohibited Books and More!Studen
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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DBQ The Middle Ages Document Based Question
This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. It has been updated with a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses.
**You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!**
This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is The Middle Ages: An Age of Faith.
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â DBQ Bundle of SIX Ancient History Document Based Questions
Samurai of Medieval Japan | Primary Source Analysis | DBQ
Use primary sources to teach your students about the samurai of Medieval Japan! Your students will learn about samurai armor, weapons, and code of conduct in this three-part Common Core aligned lesson. First, in an effort to ensure understanding of the primary sources, students define several tier-three vocabulary terms. Next, students move through the learning stations in order to collaboratively analyze each source. Finally, students complete two pre-writing activities before composing an o
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6th - 9th
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Magna Carta Primary Source Analysis + Distance Learning Version
Magna Carta Primary Source Analysis takes students back to the year 1215 when English nobles demanded that their king sign a contract limiting his power. The Magna Carta would change the English monarchy forever, as well as influence the future government of the United States. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment, however it may need an instructor’s guidance for younger classes. This is also perfect for substitute teacher plans, and of course, a k
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Slavery in the Southern Colonies: A Socratic Seminar
Looking for a higher order thinking activity? Need a way to close out a unit on the Southern Colonies? Do you want to do a Socratic Seminar with your students? Students will evaluate three primary source documents to answer document-based questions. Students will engage in higher-level thinking and improve listening and speaking skills during this common-core supported activity. This activity is appropriate for 5th-7th graders and meets the Common Core Standards for Speaking and Listening.
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5th - 8th
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"Medieval Knights and Chivalry" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments
The illustrated Article and Power Point describe the process of becoming a knight and explain the code of chivalry. Activities and Common Core-Aligned Document Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Article - 39-Slide Power Point Presentation - Multiple Choice - Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key- Common Core-Aligned - DBQ Short Answer Assessment + Answer Key - DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to easily score each other's short answer
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5th - 9th
DBQ Gupta, Ancient India Achievements DBQ Primary Secondary Source Activity,
Get your students investigating history with this versatile document-based questions activity for The Golden Age of Ancient India- Gupta Empire Achievements. This Common Core bundle has a mini-DBQ that is designed to get students to analyze primary and secondary sources in small, compressible chunks. The DBQ is divided into a primary source document analysis and a written response section. Students are expected to respond to questions, find evidence and provide commentary. It fits perfectly with
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5th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Gupta Empire Resource and Assessment Activity Bundle with Six Lesson Plans
Charlemagne and the Medieval Frankish Kings: Worksheets and Lessons
This 6 page packet/lesson teaches students about the rise, fall, and impact of the Medieval Frankish kings - from Clovis to Charles Martel to Charlemagne - using images, maps, primary source excerpts, and notes sections. A complete teacher answer key is included and the packet can be broken into two days of lessons.
The first three pages examine the impact of the Merovingian Franks. First, a timeline and map analysis activity sets up historical context for students linking the fall of the Weste
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8th - 12th
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The Medieval Catholic Church's Role - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assess
The illustrated Article and Power Point describe the Medieval Catholic Church, the increase of its influence and its relationship with the monarchy. It explains the orders founded at this time (Benedictines - monastic ... and Franciscans - mendicant), as well as, demonstrates the Church's emphasis on education, and its influence on universities. Benedict of Nursia, Francis of Assisi, and Thomas Aquinas are highlighted. Activities and Common Core-Aligned DBQ Assessments included.Lesson include
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5th - 9th
World Religions Reading Passages | Primary Sources Judaism Christianity Islam
World Religions DIFFERENTIATED Primary Sources! 6 sources for the Abrahamic Religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam!This primary source set is included in the World History Differentiated Primary Source Bundle, located here! Buy the bundle, enjoy 112 differentiated warmups, and save a bundle!----In this highly-engaging differentiated primary source set, you receive 6 primary source warmups and skill-building exercises to supplement any unit on the Abrahamic world religions of Judaism, Christ
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5th - 8th
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"Medieval Europe" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments (Dist. Learn.)
The "Medieval Europe" Article and Power Point are illustrated overviews of life in medieval Europe, including its geographical, cultural, political, and social aspects. Other illustrated articles include, "The Making of a Knight," and "Simplified Medieval Heraldry." Activities include a Medieval Crossword, the Simplified Heraldry Activity, Graphic Organizers, Identifying Concepts and Images, Map Activity, and Reflective Writing Activity. In addition to Multiple Choice / Short Answer DBQ Ass
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5th - 9th
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