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8th grade british history worksheets
13 Colonies ESCAPE ROOM: Reading Comprehension - Print & Go!
The 13 Colonies Escape Room will take students on a secret mission around the classroom, reading comprehension passages, and answering questions! This escape room has students decode interesting facts about New England, Middle and Southern Colonies, economy and religious freedom.The 13 Colonies Escape Room is a great reading comprehension activity with a twist of code deciphering. The codes include ciphers, morse code, cryptograms, Polybius squares, and a final 4 digit code based on the decoders
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: 4 U.S. History ESCAPE ROOMS BUNDLE - Constitution, Revolutionary War
Creating Canada 1850-1890 Workbook (Grade 8 Ontario History)
This workbook covers the Grade 8 Creating Canada, 1850-1890 unit in the Ontario History curriculum. In this workbook, students will explore a comprehensive overview of Canada's history prior to 1850, delving into the geographical landscape, early populations, political developments, and the formation of the nation. The workbook covers topics such as political deadlock, representation, the road to Confederation, the evolution of Canada's government structure, and significant events in Canadian hi
Grades:
8th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 8 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
Protestant Reformation Reading Comprehension Worksheet Renaissance Martin Luther
This passage briefly describe the Protestant Reformation. 22 questions (matching, true/false, and short answer) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:Article covering the Protestant Reformation (1000-1100 Lexile) 22 Questions (Matching, True/False, Short Answer)Color and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my Renaissance Reading Comprehension Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Also included in: Protestant Reformation Bundle Slideshow, Reading Comprehension
Magna Carta Reading Worksheet Activity for Middle Ages & Medieval Europe
This is a simple reading and worksheet on England's Magna Carta. It includes details on King John, England's barons, and why the Magna Carta was signed.After the reading, students complete a 1 page set of Common Core-aligned reading questions to help gauge their understanding of the reading. An answer key for this is included for your convenience.This download also includes both printable and Google Docs versions of the activity! If you're in a paperless classroom or just want to integrate more
Grades:
6th - 10th
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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
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Age of Imperialism Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Colonialism
London Unit
Have your students ever visited London? Would you like to organize a virtual visit? Then this unit was designed for you and your students!Your London Calling Unit in detail:This is a set of 30 worksheets about the famous capital city of the United Kingdom, London. This original unit is available in color and in B&W with detailed teacher's notes and answer key.☞ Content: Let’s go to london!❑ Step 1: Discover❑ Brainstorm❑ Listen to a conversation❑ Think about grammar❑ Watch a promotional video
Grades:
3rd - 8th
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Also included in: London Trip Unit - Resources Bundle
Age of Imperialism Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Colonialism
This bundle covers imperialism in many different regions around the world. Each individual listing contains more information about each product and previews. INCLUDES:*Causes of Imperialism*Age of Imperialism*American Imperialism*British Imperialism in India*Imperialism in Africa DBQ*Imperialism in China*Japanese Imperialism*Berlin Conference*Southeast Asian Imperialism*U.S. Imperialism of the Pacific Islands*Decolonization of Africa Reading Comprehension and map activityComprehension questions
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6th - 8th
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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
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5th - 8th
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Canada 1890-1914: A Changing Society Workbook (Grade 8 Ontario History)
This workbook covers the Canada, 1890-1914: A Changing Society unit in the Ontario History curriculum.In this workbook, students will learn about various aspects of Canadian history from 1890 to 1914. The resource covers topics such as the development of Canada during this period, including the Canadian Pacific Railway and the Klondike Gold Rush. It also delves into issues like immigration and industrialization, providing insights into the push and pull factors behind immigration to Canada. The
Grades:
8th
Also included in: MEGA BUNDLE: Grade 8 Ontario History and Geography Full Units
The Black Death or Bubonic Plague Stations Reading Activity: Print & Digital
This five-page reading covers the main information about the Black Death. It covers how the plague made it to Europe, the symptoms, treatment, spread, artwork, and more! It also includes a primary document on the Statute of Labour from England.Topics:The Black Death - Initial SpreadSymptoms of the PlagueThe Impact of the PlaguePlague Art: London Plague of 1665 & FlagellantsPlague Art: Doctors & Treatment & BurialsMultiple Formats: The reading comes as a PDF, Microsoft Document, and
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8th - 12th
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British Settlements & Colonial Regions in America PowerPoint & Infographic Notes
Condensed lesson summarizing the British colonization of the Americas from the lost colony of Roanoke to the development of the Three Colonial Regions. This product includes 24 colorful and interactive PowerPoint slides and a 2-page student-friendly infographic style notes sheet for students to fill in that also has students using map skills to locate each early British settlement and identifying the formation of the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonial Regions. Optional links to content r
Grades:
5th - 12th
American Revolution Activity | Patriot, Loyalist, or Neutral?
This American Revolution Patriot, Loyalist, or Neutral activity is best used after students have already been introduced to Patriots, Loyalists, and Neutrals in the buildup to the Revolutionary War. Here, students are presented with 7 different scenarios of people living in the American Colonies - and it is their job to uncover what position they would take, either a Patriot, a Loyalist, or if they would remain Neutral. Each scenario asks students to explain their reasoning as to why they chose
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5th - 8th
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Imperialism Opium War Primary Source Letter to Queen Victoria
This excellent primary source analysis resource for an Imperialism unit features a letter written by a Chinese Commissioner begging England to stop the opium trade. The primary source is excerpted so that students can focus on the key elements of his argument. In the letter, Commissioner Lin appeals to Queen Victoria to stop the opium trade that eventually leads to the Opium War in 1839.After reading the letter, there are 7 multiple choice questions to check students reading comprehension and 3
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7th - 11th
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The Crusades: Mapping Activity
UPDATED: 1/29/2024!!This mapping activity is over the Crusades. The Crusades Mapping Activity includes explicit instructions on how to complete the map as well as questions based on the map along with knowledge based questions on the Crusades.Students will label and color different aspects of the Crusades such as; cities, seas, important physical features and draw the four Crusade routes. This mapping activity includes 5 questions that tests students' map and critical thinking skills. Please che
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Historical Mapping Activities BUNDLE
Gandhi and Indian Independence worksheet - Decolonization - Global/World History
Gandhi and Indian Independence worksheet AIM: How did Mohandas Gandhi help India gain its independence? Common core-compliant worksheet that traces the independence movement from the Amritsar Massacre in 1919 to Indian independence in 1947. Includes a variety of activities designed to promote critical thinking, active engagement, and class discussion such as:Do now – 2 review questions concerning British imperialism in India. Movie clip analysis - Several clips are shown from the movie Gandhi (Y
Grades:
8th - 12th
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Also included in: Bundle #11 - India
The Battle of the Bulge WWII (Text, Maps & Questions)
The Battle of the Bulge WWII (Text, Maps & Questions)Thank you for considering this product. Prepare to be surprised and delighted! This product contains fascinating informational text exploring WWII and the Battle of the Bulge. This product also has excellent maps, quotes and pictures to aid in your students’ ability to learn about this epic battle of WWII. Please check out the thumbnails and preview. The fully editable product explains the following: the state of WWII up to 1944; the align
Grades:
6th - 11th, Staff
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Industrial Revolution Factory Working Conditions Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This passage gives a brief overview of the factory working conditions during the Industrial Revolution. 10 multiple choice questions assess' students' learning. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. I've also added a version without the images.INCLUDES:Article (1000-1100 Lexile) 10 Multiple choice questionsColor and BW Version *Answer keys includedThis is a PDF and NOT an editable file.Part of my Industrial Revolution Reading Comprehension BundleYou may also be i
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5th - 8th
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Victorian England Historical Information Print & Digital
Help your students learn more about life in Victorian England with these two engaging learning stations activities. Included are both print and digital versions to support distance learning. Your students will learn about life in Victorian London and about Victorian Workhouses.This stations activity is a great starting point for introducing Victorian literature. You can use the two sets of stations together or separately.The print version allows your students to get up and out of their seats add
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7th - 10th
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Imperialism in China Reading Comprehension Worksheets Opium Wars Boxer Rebellion
This product contains 7 articles/images for students to look through all related to Imperialism in China. Each of the following is described in detail below. Be sure to check out the preview too! 7 Activities:*Imperialism in China-10 q. matching, short answer*Opium-7 q. multiple choice, short answer*Opium Wars-19 q. true/false, multiple choice, short answer*Spheres of Influence-9 short answer*Boxer Rebellion-18 q. matching, true/false*Timeline of Chinese Imperialism-8 q. multiple choice*Primary
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Age of Imperialism Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Colonialism
Henry VIII Reading Comprehension Informational Worksheet Tudors Renaissance
This passage describes the life and wives of Henry VIII. Students complete a chart about the wives and answer 16 questions (true/false, multiple choice). I've included a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:Article on Henry VIII (900-1000 Lexile)Chart to fill in about Henry's wives 16 questions- true/false and multiple choiceColor and BW VersionsKey includedPart of my Renaissance Reading Comprehension Bundle*I do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasional
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Italian Renaissance Reading Comprehension Informational Text Bundle
The Sepoy Mutiny and British Imperialism in India
A series of worksheets/activities that focus on British Imperialism in India. The cause of The Sepoy Mutiny is the focus of the first sheet and it has several graphics and questions for students to discuss as a group or for homework. It concludes with eight thought-provoking questions and the teacher answer key. One of my students' favorite lessons because of the game I devised to go with it (included in the zip file).The second activity is a map reading activity that I usually assign for hom
Grades:
8th - 12th
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"First Invasion: War of 1812" Video Guide
This file contains guided questions for History Channel's First Invasion: War of 1812 documentary.The 40 questions follow the order of the documentary and draw the students attention to main points of this important, history changing war.This video guide is an excellent way to keep students engaged in the amazing documentary and will lead to great discussion.
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8th - 12th
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Création du Canada 1850-1890 (Grade 8 Ontario FRENCH History)
This FRENCH workbook covers the Grade 8 Création du Canada (1850-1890) unit in the Ontario History curriculum.Ce cahier d'exercices couvre l'unité Création du Canada (1850-1890) du programme d'histoire de l'Ontario de la 8e année.In this workbook, students will explore a comprehensive overview of Canada's history prior to 1850, delving into the geographical landscape, early populations, political developments, and the formation of the nation. The workbook covers topics such as political deadlock
Grades:
8th
Also included in: Grade 8 Ontario FRENCH History & Geography Workbooks
Dunkirk (2017) Guided Viewing (Movie Guide) Worksheet
This is a guided viewing worksheet and activities for Christopher Nolan's 2017 film Dunkirk. It is designed to keep the students engaged and focused as they watch this exciting and educational film. The assignment is broken up into four separate parts. Each part is separated by page so that it may be easily added or removed to fit the time constraints of your classroom. The segments included are as follows:Section 1: "Pre-Viewing Questions"-This section is designed to engage the students prior t
Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education
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