2/27/13

Advanced U.S. History:

1)  Notes ("The Roots of Expansion")
2)  Test 8 Prep Questions:
a)  Using specific examples from Canada and the U.S., explain what factors influenced the growth of cities in the late 19th century.
b)  Compare the economic and cultural impact of immigration in the U.S. between 1890-1920.
c)  What were the most important considerations in the United States' decision to go to war with Spain in 1898?
3)  3 groups: Imperialism Role Play (Prep Day)
--Read Option information
--"Considering Your Option" sheet
--Make group presentation sheet

4)  Homework: Textbook, pages 609; 612-613; 616-622 ("An American Empire")
Focus your reading on:  a) Reasons for going to war with Spain  b) U.S.S. Maine  c) Filipino "insurrection"



Honors U.S. History:

1)  Notes ("Republican War Hawks")
2)  Test 2 Prep Questions:
a)  Discuss at least three developments between 1778 and 1781 that were instrumental in securing America's victory.
b)  How did the U.S. take advantage of the war in Europe between 1802 and 1815, and in what ways did Europe take advantage of the U.S.?
3)  War of 1812 Role Play
--Hand out identity sheet/Evaluation Form and assign roles
--Audience asks 3 questions (1 per group)
--2 presentations today

4)  Homework: Textbook, pages 261-269; 294-295 ("Aristocratic Republicanism and Slavery, 1780-1820")
Focus your reading on:  a) Eli Whitney  b) Missouri Compromise  c) Monroe Doctrine