Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Does Jackson deserve to be on the $20 bill? Instructions

Step 1: look at video notes and book notes on Jackson. Write down at least 15 pieces of information about him(the person), important events of his presidency, leadership style, etc.

Step 2: Group similar evidence together into categories. You should have at least 2-3 categories. Provide at title for each category. (some examples: Personality, Accomplishments, Controversies)

Step 3: Follow outline

1st Paragraph: Answer the question (do not write in 1st person!!) Provide 2-3 reasons (hint: look at titles of your categories!!)

2nd Paragraph: (1st Reason)

  •    Turn category title into topic sentence ( example: Jackson's tendency to make politics personal qualifies/disqualifies him from being on the twenty-dollar bill)
  • Provide evidence --> define & describe 
  • Explain how/why evidence helps prove your point ("This shows......")
  • repeat as necessary (@ least 3 pieces of evidence)

Repeat as necessary for each reason (each reason = new paragraph) 


Friday, February 17, 2017

Unit 4 Test Remediation - Due by Next Test!!

Look at Takeaway Homework Menu 

5 point assignment = 2.5 points for test

15 point assignment = 5 points for test

20 point assignment = 10 points for test


**if you started below a 90, you can't exceed that score

**can not go above 100

Article to use for 250 word response

Thursday, February 16, 2017

Study Guide for Multiple Choice Test!

***KNOW EXAMPLES OF CONTRIBUTING FACTORS FOR SECTIONALISM AND NATIONALISM****

 Which idea is promoted by the concept of nullification?
Which development led to a sharp rise in the number of slaves imported to the southern United States?
Which Americans benefited most from the Tariff of 1816?

How did the American System help bring the nation together?
Which part of the American System proved to be the most controversial?
Causes and Results of Industrial Revolution in America 
McCulloch v. Maryland
The Missouri Compromise
The Monroe Doctrine
Spoils System
S.C. Nullification Crisis 
Corrupt Bargain
John Quincy Adams 
Andrew Jackson 
Indian Removal Act 

Sunday, February 5, 2017

Black History Month Exhibit and Problem-Finders Cube: DUE DATES

Due dates for both assignments are Monday 2/20 and Tuesday 2/21.


Remember: You can find ideas for the Black History Month exhibit under the "Unit 4 Test Components" post and the Cube process is a more recent post.


Remember Part II: any questions or if you just want to walk me through what you are doing for the assignment, please sign up for one of my meeting times. The sign up sheet is located outside of my classroom.