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 America to 1920 – 1 Credit Course description: America to 1920 Honors ­ ​This chronological study of the history of the United States, from colonization of the Americas through World War I and its immediate aftermath, includes reading and writing tasks which require critical thinking skills. Students will combine the use of factual data with historical analysis while studying the great people and events that compromise the American story. Special attention will be given to basic American principles, the evolution of democracy, formation of the federal republic, and the workings of constitutional government. Monthly examinations and quarterly papers are the norm. Research and writing skills will be reinforced. Please see recommendations for honors level courses before signing up for this course. America to 1920 CP​ ­ This course involves the study of American history from colonization of the Americas through World War I and its results. The great people and events of American history in the 18th, 19th, and early 20th cetury will be examined. Outside readings and periodic papers are required; writing and research skills will be reinforced. Monthly exams and periodic papers are the norm. Study skills, research, writing, and critical thinking skills will be developed. America to 1920 CC ​­ This course traces the history of the United States from the colonial period to World War I and its results. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of our history and an appreciation of our heritage. Social studies skills will be developed and social studies vocabulary will be reinforced. Kennebunk High School Essential Question(s): 1. When are oppressed communities justified in waging war against their occupiers? 2. What are the foundations of American government and democratic principles? 3. How do political groups emerge in American society? 4. How has the expansion of suffrage been debated over time? 5. Why do the peoples of a country go to war against their own people? 6. How has the United States reunite after significant societal disruptions. 7. How and why do economies expand? 8. What economic, social, and political policies have on populations? 9. What impact does industrial expansion have on minority and disadvantaged communities? 10. What impact does rapid economic and territorial expansion have on societies? Kennebunk High School Topics: Colonial regions of the British colonies Idea behind mercantilism French and Indian War Acts and Events leading to the American Revolution Declaration of Independence Continental Congress – role and activities Revolutionary War Articles of Confederation Constitutional Convention and the Constitution Federalists vs. Anti­Federalists Bill of Rights Constitution The New Nation – Washington, Adams, Jefferson States Rights Marbury v. Madison – judicial review Louisiana Purchase – Lewis and Clark War of 1812 American Industrial Revolution Adams­Onis Treaty Monroe Doctrine Debate over Missouri John Quincy Adams Age of Jackson and Jacksonian Democracy Jackson Indian Policy – Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, Worcester v. Georgia Growth of Abolitionism Manifest Destiny Mexican­American War California Gold Rush Wilmot Proviso Compromise of 1850 – Fugitive Slave Act – Personal Liberty Laws Popular Sovereignty Bleeding Kansas Dred Scott Lincoln/Douglas Debates Civil War Reconstruction Andrew Johnson and his troubles in office Civil War Amendments, the Civil Rights Act of 1866, the Freedmen’s Bureau Election of 1876 and the Compromise of 1877 Imperialism Spanish­American War Yellow Journalism Teller Amendment Platt Amendment U.S. involvement in the Philippines, Hawaii and Panama Roosevelt Corollary Kennebunk High School World War I Common Assessments: Primary Source Documents for Ratification of the Constitution Primary Source Documents for Growth of Political Parties Common Questions on Government (through book work, test questions) Primary Source Documents For and Against Jacksonian Democracy Primary Source Documents on Secession Primary Source Documents on Imperialism Proficiency Standards: D2.His.11.9­12. Critique the usefulness of historical sources for a specific historical inquiry based on their maker, date, place of origin, intended audience, and purpose. D2.His.16.9­12. Integrate evidence from multiple relevant historical sources and interpretations into a reasoned argument about the past. D2.His.14.9­12. Analyze multiple and complex causes and effects of events in the past. D4.1.9­12. Construct arguments using precise and knowledgeable claims, with evidence from multiple sources, while acknowledging counterclaims and evidentiary weaknesses. D2.Civ.4.9­12. Explain how the US Constitution establishes a system of government that has powers, responsibilities, and limits that have changed over time and that are still contested. D2.Eco.8.9­12. Describe the possible consequences, both intended and unintended, of government policies to improve market outcomes. D2.Geo.2.9­12. Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. Power Standards: Maine Learning Results A1f.​ Create and present a coherent set of findings that integrate paraphrasing, quotations, and citations. Kennebunk High School B1d.​ Describe the purpose, structures, and processes of the American political system. B2b.​ Evaluate the relationship between the government and the individual as evident
in the US Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and landmark court cases. E1b.​ Analyze and critique major historical eras, major enduring themes, turning points, events, consequences, and people in the history of the U.S. and the world and the implications for the present and future. E1d.​ Analyze and critique varying interpretations of historic people, issues, or events, and explain how evidence is use to support different interpretations. Common Core State Standards CCSS.ELA­Literacy.RH.9­10.9​ Compare and contrast treatments of the same topic in several primary and secondary sources. CCSS.ELA­Literacy.W.9­10.1​ Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. CSS.ELA­Literacy.W.9­10.4​ Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. Resources: The Americans ­ Textbook Creating America –Textbook Kennebunk High School