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Social Studies Curriculum Map 4.3
Subject: 10th Grade World History Unit: Enlightened Revolution
Six Weeks: Fourth Time Frame: 3 weeks
Learning Summary: Connecting Hemispheres
(Renaissance, Exploration, Enlightenment, Absolutism)
By the 16th century, humanistic ideas of the Italian Renaissance were spreading throughout Europe.
Humanism, secularism, and a new interest in Greco-Roman heritage were the characteristics of this rebirth of
knowledge, art, and literature. This desire for discovery and information later led to the Reformation of the
Catholic Church, which in turn led to the Protestant beliefs in Christianity. Taking advantage of new
maritime knowledge and inventions, European powers undertook sea expeditions to expand their trade and
influence; monarchs of these nations centralized their authority in a quest for absolute power. New ideas
about science, human society and government began to sweep across Europe. The Enlightenment
reinvigorated ideas, like democracy and individual rights. These ideas were the foundation of the revolutions
to come. Students will focus on the visual arts via Renaissance art and more accurate maps from the
exploration of the New World. They will also explore the concept of change, with regards to the 95 Theses
and the Reformation.
TEKS:
I can explain how Europe’s system of feudalism was gradually replaced by strong nations under the control of
powerful kings. (WH1C)
I can describe the scientific revolution in 16th-century Europe and explain how it affected science around the
world. (WH1E, WH27D)
I can explain how the Enlightenment accelerated the development of democratic political ideas. (WH1E,
WH20A, WH22A)
I can explain how the political revolution in England helped insure basic rights and a democratic form of
government. (WH21B)
I can describe the causes of the English Civil War and the Enlightenment and explain how it changed the
English system of government. (WH9A)
I can explain how the Magna Carta, the English Bill of Rights, and other documents affected the English
system of government. (WH20B)
I can explain why the 13 Colonies developed democratic governments (WH20B, WH21B)
I can tell how historic documents like the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights affected the American
colonist’s beliefs about government. (WH20B)
I can tell about important American patriots, such as Thomas Jefferson, who help lead the American
Revolution. (WH21A)
I can summarize important ideas from the Declaration of Independence, including liberty, equality, and
popular sovereignty. (WH9D, WH20B)
I can explain significant events of the American Revolution including declaring independence and
establishing a new government. (WH9A)
I can explain how ideas from the Declaration of Independence influenced the U.S. system of government.
(WH20B)
I can show how the U.S. Constitution reflects the principles of limited government, checks and balances,
separation of powers, popular sovereignty, and individual rights. (WH9D, WH20B)
I can identify the characteristics of a limited monarchy. (WH19B)
I can explain the political philosophies of John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, Voltaire, Charles de Montesquieu,
Jean Jacques Rousseau, Thomas Aquinas, Thomas Jefferson, John Calvin, and William Blackstone.
(WH20C, WH21A)
I can explain why William Wilberforce was successful in shifting political thought. (WH21C)
I can show the influence of ideas such as separation of powers, checks and balances, liberty, equality,
democracy, popular sovereignty, human rights, constitutionalism, and nationalism on political revolutions.
(WH9D)
I can describe the contributions of significant scientists such as Copernicus, Galileo, Isaac Newton, and
Robert Boyle. (WH27E)
Enduring Understanding(s) for this unit:
As feudalism declined and an era of religious wars depleted many economies, strong national kingdoms
emerged under the control of absolute rulers
The spread of ideas during the Enlightenment provoked new directions in science, politics, and the social
human condition. In some cases, the people used these ideas to wrestle power from absolute rulers via
revolution.
In England, Parliament gradually took power from absolute rulers and assured basic rights to Englishmen.
Provoked by grievances against English policy, The American colonies employed Enlightenment ideas to
declare independence and establish a new nation with a written constitution that preserves freedom by
limiting and dividing the political power of government and guaranteeing individual rights.
Essential Questions:
Was absolutism a natural extension of feudalism?
What makes a revolution a revolution?
Critical Vocabulary: Limit to 5-10 words that are most essential
Instructional Notes/ Possible Misconceptions:
 Newton discovered gravity
 Galileo invented the telescope
 Everyone had freedom of expression
 The American Revolution came right after the settlement of Jamestown
Model Lesson (Below):
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Instructional Strategies/Infusion of 21st Century Skills:
 Maps on related subjects – map of Europe labeled with info on major rulers on side of map
 Primary source readings using SOAPS or APPARTS
 Response Writing: World History Alive – Europe’s Transition to the Modern World 4.1
“Charting Scientific Breakthroughs”
 Experiential Exercise: Modern World History Alive – Western Europe in the Modern World 1.1
“The Challenge of Ruling: Forming a Government”
 Problem Solving: Modern World History Alive – Western Europe in the Modern World 1.2
“Debating the Ideal From of Government: A Meeting of the Minds:
 Word wall with terms from 4.3- relate to modern day
 Cornell notes over absolute monarchs
 Exit Ticket over five factors that all absolute monarchs possessed
 Create a timeline over the evolution of democracy from the Magna Carta to the Constitution
 Write an essay over the influence of the Enlightenment on the formation of the American system
of government
 Internet research on individuals in 4.3 – create visuals to illustrate their achievements
 Internet research on one individual in 4.3 – speed dating - write facts about all individuals
 Create a chart comparing the English system of government and the American system of
government
 DBQ on French Revolution
Additional Resources:
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Assessment: Create a 7-15 question assessment that is TAKS formatted covering the TEKS for this unit..
Also attach a key and indicate the SEs and TAKS objective tested.