Students,
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, November 7, 2013. Students, essay questions should be
answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing
content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and
paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate
and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1)
question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based
on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st
paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before
submitting
your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension
Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays
by Monday, November 11, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3
sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and
explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will
allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help
critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10
points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs.
Ladd.
1. Assess the Constitution in terms of the compromises developed by the delegates in the context of TWO of the following:
presidency
representation
slavery
2. Analyze the role and influence of TWO of the following in the debate over ratification of the Constitution:
Anti-federalists
The Federalist Papers
Bill of Rights Compromise
3. Compare and contrast the views and actions of Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton while they were members of Washington's cabinet
Monday, October 28, 2013
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Blog #6: Evaluations of the AP US History
Hello AP Students,
I am very pleased with your writing in this class. I read your blog posts and your comments and it's very impressive. I am noticing the hardwork being done in this class and I just wanted to let you guys know I am very proud.
This week assignment includes free hand writing. I want you to be honest about the course and the instruction so far. I would like to know your likes and dislikes of the class so far and what improvements or changes that can be made. I look forward to reading your comments by October 24, 2013 by midnight. Blog #7 will continue next week on the US Constitution.
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Blog #5 The American Revolution and Confederation
Students,
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, October 17, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, October 21, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1. To what extent was the central government under the Articles of Confederation successful in governing the United States?
2. Compare and contrast the background of two groups of Americans: those who became Loyalist and those who became Patriots.
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, October 17, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, October 21, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1. To what extent was the central government under the Articles of Confederation successful in governing the United States?
2. Compare and contrast the background of two groups of Americans: those who became Loyalist and those who became Patriots.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Blog #4 Imperial Wars and Colonial Protest 1754-1774
Students,
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, October 3, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, October 7, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1. Compare and contrast the American and the British views regarding the results of the French and Indian War.
2. Explain the connection between the ideas of Enlightenment and the protest movement in the colonies against British imperial policy.
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, October 3, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, October 7, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1. Compare and contrast the American and the British views regarding the results of the French and Indian War.
2. Explain the connection between the ideas of Enlightenment and the protest movement in the colonies against British imperial policy.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Blog #3 Colonial Society in the 18th Century
Students,
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, September 26, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, September 30, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1)To what extent were economic opportunities in the colonies available to the white majority largely because such opportunities were denied to the black minority?
2) Compare and contrast the culture of the southern colonies with that of the New England colonies?
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, September 26, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, September 30, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1)To what extent were economic opportunities in the colonies available to the white majority largely because such opportunities were denied to the black minority?
2) Compare and contrast the culture of the southern colonies with that of the New England colonies?
Monday, September 9, 2013
Blog #2 13 Colonies and British Empire
Students,
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, September 19, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, September 23, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1.Why did slavery in the colonies grow more rapidly in the last decades of the 17th century than in earlier decades of the century?
2. To what extent did mercantilism affect the political and economic development of England's 13 American colonies?
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, September 19, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, September 23, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1.Why did slavery in the colonies grow more rapidly in the last decades of the 17th century than in earlier decades of the century?
2. To what extent did mercantilism affect the political and economic development of England's 13 American colonies?
Friday, August 30, 2013
Blog #1 Exploration, Discovery, and Settlement 1492-1700
Students,
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, September 5, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, September 9, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1. In what ways did the English colonies develop differently from the Spanish and the French colonies?
2. Analyze the extent to which early European colonists viewed the Native Americans as inferior people who could be exploited for the colonists benefit.
3. "With the dawn of the 16th century, there came together in Europe both motivation and the means to explore and colonize territory across the seas." Discuss this statement with reference to TWO of the following:
A. Religion
B. Trade
C. Technology
The following questions should be answered by Thursday, September 5, 2013. Students, essay questions should be answered in your own words by summarizing, paraphrasing, and/or analyzing content information. You should use the textbook or internet as a resource but not to copy and paste or write in someone else words. Content information should be accurate and based on informational readings and text.Students are to select one (1) question to answer in two detailed paragraphs and state a thesis sentence based on your argument to be explained (Thesis statement should be in the 1st paragraph). Grammatical errors should be reviewed and corrected before submitting your essays questions. The essay is worth 80 points total.
Extension Assignment- Students should comment on at least two of their classmates’ essays by Monday, September 9, 2013, 12:00a.m. Your comments should be at least 2-3 sentences in length. The comment should be a critical evaluation of the essay and explain whether you agree with the argument or disagree. This assignment will allow students to become peer supporters in this AP US History class and help critic the writings of their classmates. This assignment is worth 20 points (10 points per comment). Your overall grade will come from Mrs. Ladd.
1. In what ways did the English colonies develop differently from the Spanish and the French colonies?
2. Analyze the extent to which early European colonists viewed the Native Americans as inferior people who could be exploited for the colonists benefit.
3. "With the dawn of the 16th century, there came together in Europe both motivation and the means to explore and colonize territory across the seas." Discuss this statement with reference to TWO of the following:
A. Religion
B. Trade
C. Technology
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