9/25/15

I.B. History of the Americas:

1)  Notes ("The Constitution of 1787")
2)  Test 1 prep information:

Two possible essay questions (You can show me or email me outlines for feedback):

a)  Compare the effects of slavery on England, the West Indies, Africa, and the American colonies.
b)  Discuss at least three developments between 1778 and 1781 that were instrumental in securing America's victory in the Revolutionary War.

You should also study your Focus Terms from this unit.  I will put a group of terms on the test that you will select 5 to write about with a paragraph answer for each.


3)  Assign positions and read "The Mini-Debates of Philadelphia" in preparation for a Constitutional Convention Debate
--Debate will be on Tuesday

4)  Homework: Textbook, pages 210-215 ("The Political Crisis of the 1790s")
Focus your reading on:  a) Thomas Jefferson vs. Alexander Hamilton's views on the Constitution  b) Hamilton's financial program  c) Jay's Treaty  d) Whiskey Rebellion



American Pop Culture (4th period A day):

1)  Hand out Movie Permission Slip (due on Wednesday)
2)  1950s Movie ("Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?")
--Finish movie; discuss/hand in guide
3)   1950s Oral History Assignment due
--Begin sharing in class