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Unit 1: Colonization and Settlement
Examine
how early European Explorers and colonization resulted in cultural and
ecological interactions among previously unconnected peoples.
Initial
Understanding
Locate and identify the regional tribes of North America
Describe the social composition of the early settlers and
their various motives for exploration and colonization
Developing an
Interpretation
Trace the routes taken by early explorers from the 15th-17th
century
Explain the common elements of Native American societies such
as religion, use of environment, gender roles, family, values, etc.
Examine settlements in Colonial America ÐNew England, Middle,
and Southern Colonies-
Examine way of life, homes, and land acquisition
Making Connections
Compare the Native American cultures with the European
culture and describe how the mixing of cultures led to conflict
Examine how political, religious, and social institutions developed in the new
colonies
Critical Stance
Evaluate the results of the French and Indian War and how the
results of that war changed the map of North America
Examine the plight of the North American Native American and
defend or refute the statement that Òconflicts were inevitableÓ
Examine
the causes of the American Revolution and the reasons for the American victory
Initial Understanding
Recount the Patriots and Loyalists positions on independence
Examine the importance and language of the Declaration of
Independence
Identify key leaders and their contributions to the American
cause
Using a map, trace and describe the major battles of the
Revolutionary War
Developing an
Interpretation
Use technology to create a timeline showing a chronology of
the critical events leading to the outbreak of the Revolution
Analyze the contribution of political philosophies on the
Declaration of Independence
Making Connections
Support AmericaÕs relationship with France, Holland and Spain
during the revolution and the contribution of each to the American victory
Explain how key principals in the Declaration of Independence
unified ideas of American democracy
Critical Stance
Appraise George WashingtonÕs military and political
leadership in conducting the Revolutionary War
Assess the impact of the American Revolution on politics,
economy, and society
Defend or refute that the colonists struggle with England was
inevitable
Debate the issue of independence from the view point of
Patriots and Loyalists
Examine the issues involved in the creation and ratification of the
United States constitution and the government it established.
Initial Understanding
List key figures and their contributions to the United States
Constitution
Describe key features of the constitution and the Bill of
Rights
Developing
an Interpretation
Describe the process of how a bill becomes a law
Explain the system of checks and balances
Making Connections
Trace the evolution of the Supreme CourtÕs powers between
1792-1820
Explain how the original Constitution excluded large groups
of people that inhabited the North American continent
Critical Stance
Debate the role of government from the perspective of
federalists and anti-federalists
Explain and defend the Bill of Rights.
Debate the decisions of the Supreme Court regarding
abolitionists
Explain
the economic, political, racial, social, and religious roots of the United
States territory expansion and its implications throughout the world
Initial Understanding
Locate and identify the land purchases of the U.S. during the
period of expansion
Explain President MadisonÕs reasons for declaring war on
Great Britain in 1812
Recall the major events of the Mexican/American War
Identify the origins of the Monroe Doctrine
Developing
an Interpretation
Examine the significance of the port of New Orleans to
western farmers, and how the acquisition led to the entire Louisiana Purchase
Explain the roots of Manifest Destiny
Explain how the Northwest ordinance of 1787 was used as a
model for future expansion in the U.S.
Explain why the election of Andrew Jackson was considered a
victory for the Òcommon manÓ
Making Connections
Analyze federal and state Indian Policies
Explain how the Monroe Doctrine influenced hemispheric
relations
Analyze how the ideology of Manifest Destiny influenced
westward expansion
Investigate the impact of removal and settlement on various
tribes
Describe the origins of Jacksonian democracy and its effect
on U.S. government
Critical Stance
Assess the causes of the rapid settlement of California and
Oregon
Evaluate the historical contributions of Lewis and Clark by
tracing their journey, findings, and accomplishments
Judge
how Americans strived to reform society and reorganize political democracy to
create a distinct culture and government
Assess
the changes to the Missouri/Mississippi River delta systems and how these
changes impacted vegetation, animal life, and land formations
Unit 4: Civil War and Reconstruction
Analyze
the causes, key events, and complex consequences of the Civil War.
Initial Understanding
Identify the economic, social, and cultural differences
between the North and South
Explain the role and economic significance of slavery
Define sectionalism and explain the abolitionist movement
Identify key figures and their contributions to their
sectional point of view that led
up to the Civil War
Developing an
Interpretation
Explain how events after the Compromise of 1820, and the Dred
Scott decision contributed to sectional polarization
Explain the causes of the Civil War
Chart the secession of the Southern states and explain the process and reasons
for the secession
Making
Connections
Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of the
North and the South
Create a map that depicts the major battle sites of the Civil
War
Describe innovations in military technology and explain their
impact on humans, property, and manÕs ability to wage war.
Critical
Stance
Evaluate the importance of slavery as a significant cause of
the Civil War
Analyze purpose, meaning, and significance of the Gettysberg
Address
Evaluate the Lincoln Presidency and its impact on civil
rights
Examine how the war affected combatants, civilians, the
physical environment, and future warfare
Initial Understanding
List the original goals of reconstruction
Explain the 13th, 14th and 15th
amendments
List ways and means used to exclude Americans from the
benefits of the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments
Developing
an Interpretation
Examine the effect reconstruction had on the political and
social structures of different regions
Analyze the 13th, 14th, and 15th
amendments and their connection to reconstruction
Making Connections
Defend the effectiveness of the 13th, 14th,
and 15th amendments
Critical
Stance
Justify why the election of 1876 led to the end of the period
of reconstruction
Defend
or refute the effectiveness of Reconstruction and its impact on all American
people
Analyze the transformation of The American
economy and the changing social and political conditions in the United States
in response to the Industrial Revolution
Initial Understanding
Identify the contributions of inventors
Recognize the role of inventions in fueling the Industrial
Revolution
Map the patterns of industrial development
Developing
an Interpretation
Explain the contributions and impacts of unions, immigration
and the growth of cities.
Determine southern legislation after reconstruction that
limited the effectiveness of the 13th, 14th, and 15th
amendments
Explain the changing work force in regards to age, gender,
and reasons for employment
Making Connections
Trace the changing demand of labor and leisure
Analyze the impact of the growth of railroads on Native
American cultures and on the Industrial Revolution
Interpret the growing trend of immigration and how it fueled
the Industrial Revolution
Critical Stance
Evaluate the effects of Òbig businessÓ on consumers
Evaluate the changing role of women during the Industrial
Revolution
Analyze the continuing role of education and how it
contributed to the Industrial Revolution and future generations of American
society