11/27/12

Advanced U.S. History:

1)  Notes ("The Proslavery Argument Revisited")
2)  Discuss "Roots" so far and continue movie
--1/2 page of notes

3)  Homework:  Eugene Genovese reading in Blue Reader ("The Slave South: An Interpretation")
Focus your reading on these contrasts: a) Southern economic system vs. typical capitalist system  b) Rich Southerners' goals vs. rich Northerners' goals


Honors U.S. History:

1)  Notes ("An American Empire")
2)  Imperialism Role Play
--All 3 groups present today
--Audience asks 2 questions (1 per group)
--Complete Evaluation Form

3)  Homework:  Textbook, pages 622-623; 625-630 ("Onto the World Stage")
Focus your reading on:  a) "Big Stick" Diplomacy  b) Open Door Policy  c) Boxer Uprising