Trimester III Agenda

Topic #12 Unit Continued...

3/16

12.7 Reading (p.769-775) or 12.7 Podcast - President Wilson embarked on a mission to establish a lasting peace after World War I, advocating his Fourteen Points which included the formation of a League of Nations to prevent future conflicts. Despite initial acceptance by Allied nations as a basis for peace, Wilson faced significant disagreements during the Paris Peace Conference, as European powers prioritized their own interests and sought to punish Germany. The resulting Treaty of Versailles, while incorporating the League of Nations, imposed harsh terms on Germany, leading to resentment. Back in the United States, strong opposition in the Senate, particularly regarding the League's potential infringement on American sovereignty, ultimately led to the treaty's rejection and the failure of the U.S. to join the international organization Wilson envisioned.
12.7 Reading Questions

3/17

12.7 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Review 12.7 Questions
Test Review Materials: Imperialism & WWI Gimkit Review | Imperialism & WWI Kahoot Review

3/18 & 3/19

Topic 12 "Imperialism & WWI" Test (link in Schoology)
EdPuzzle: The Stock Market Explained (link in Schoology)

3/20 - TRI II PBIS Reward Day

Topic #13: Prosperity & Depression (1919-1939)

3/23

Harding & Coolidge (Lesson 1)

Class Reading: Mrs. McCarthy Buys Some Stock or Story
Stock Market Game Day #1 (Explain rules of the Game)

*Portfolio Sheet

13.1 Reading (p.783-788) or 13.1 Podcast - Following World War I's economic boost and subsequent recession, Warren Harding's presidency marked a Republican shift with pro-business policies like tax cuts. However, his administration was plagued by scandals, notably the Teapot Dome affair, leading to his death and Calvin Coolidge's ascent. Coolidge continued pro-business approaches, fostering economic expansion and a rise in consumer goods and stock market activity, though also increasing consumer debt. In foreign policy, both presidents favored isolationism but engaged in Latin America and pursued disarmament efforts, despite the limitations of treaties like the Kellogg-Briand Pact. The United States also grappled with the rise of the communist Soviet Union, refusing official recognition but providing famine relief.
13.1 Reading Questions

3/24

EdPuzzle: What are Stocks & How Do They Work? (link in Schoology)
Complete 13.1 Reading Questions
Stock Market Game Day #2 (Explain rules of the Game)

*Portfolio Sheet

3/25

Social Change (Lesson 2)

13.1 Review Presentation - "Harding & Coolidge"
13.1 Quiz (link in Schoology)
13.2 Reading (p.789-796) or 13.2 Podcast - The provided text examines significant societal shifts in the United States during the 1920s, focusing on the impact of Prohibition and women's suffrage, both achieved through constitutional amendments. While Prohibition aimed to curb alcohol abuse, it inadvertently fueled organized crime and undermined respect for the law, eventually leading to its repeal. Conversely, the Nineteenth Amendment granted women the right to vote and spurred discussions about further gender equality, though the Equal Rights Amendment failed ratification. Furthermore, the text explores the transformative influence of the automobile on American life, fostering economic growth, altering living patterns with the rise of suburbs, and contributing to a burgeoning national mass culture alongside the growing popularity of radio and movies.

*13.2 Reading Questions

Stock Market Game Day #3

3/26

13.2 Review Presentation
13.2 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Prohibition Edpuzzle (link in Schoology)
Stock Market Game Day #4

3/27

Roaring Twenties Culture (Lesson 3)

13.3 Reading (p.797-803) or 13.3 Podcast - The provided text describes the Roaring Twenties in the United States, highlighting its economic boom, social shifts, and dramatic cultural changes. This era saw the rise of fun-loving fads like flagpole sitting and dance marathons, along with the rebellious flapper fashion and the emergence of new music like jazz. The text also covers the development of athletic heroes and the celebrated solo transatlantic flight of Charles Lindbergh. Finally, it explores the new generation of American writers who often critiqued society, and the flourishing of African American artistic expression during the Harlem Renaissance.
13.3 Reading Questions
Stock Market Game Day #5

3/30

Division & Inequality (Lesson 4)

13.3 Review Presentation
13.3 Quiz (link in Schoology)
13.4 Reading (p.805-812) or 13.4 Podcast - Despite the prosperous image of the 1920s, significant portions of American society faced hardship. Farmers struggled with declining prices after wartime demand decreased, leading to debt. Labor unions experienced setbacks as strikes were suppressed and court decisions limited their power. Cultural clashes emerged between traditional rural values and modern urban life, exemplified by the Scopes Trial. Fear of foreign radicals, fueled by the rise of communism, resulted in the Red Scare and restrictive immigration policies. Nativism and racism persisted, demonstrated by the Sacco and Vanzetti case, the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan, and racial tensions alongside the Great Migration.
13.4 Reading Questions
SMG Day #6

3/31

13.4 Review Presentation
13.4 Quiz (link in Schoology)
EdPuzzle: America's Time: Boom to Bust (Link in Schoology)
SMG Day #7

4/1

Finish EdPuzzle: America's Time: Boom to Bust (Link in Schoology)
SMG Day #8

4/2

Entering the Great Depression (Lesson 5)

13.5 Reading (p.813-820) or 13.5 Podcast - In 1929, despite optimistic pronouncements from President Hoover about America's triumph over poverty, the stock market crashed, initiating the devastating Great Depression. This period, lasting until 1941, was characterized by widespread unemployment, business failures, and banking collapses, stemming from overproduction, unequal wealth distribution, and risky financial practices. The crisis profoundly impacted American families, leading to joblessness, homelessness, and diminished self-worth, as people struggled to meet basic needs. Hoover's initial limited government response, favoring private charity and later implementing public works and the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, proved insufficient to alleviate the deepening crisis. Ultimately, the government's forceful removal of the Bonus Army further eroded public support for Hoover, highlighting the desperation and suffering of the era.
13.5 Reading Questions
SMG Day #9

MCA SCHEDULE

4/6 - 1st, 3rd & 5th Hour

13.5 Review Presentation
13.5 Quiz (link in Schoology)
SMG Day #10
EdPuzzle: Story of US; "Bust" (Link in Schoology)

4/7 - 1st, 3rd & 5th Hour

Roosevelt’s New Deal (Lesson 6)

Stock Market Quiz (link in Schoology)
13.6 Reading (p.821-832) or 13.6 Podcast - Prior to the Great Depression, President Hoover expressed strong optimism about America's economic future. However, in 1929, a stock market crash initiated a severe economic downturn. This period, known as the Great Depression, was caused by factors like overproduction, wealth inequality, and a weak banking system. Many Americans faced unemployment, poverty, and hardship, leading to social distress and a loss of confidence. President Hoover's initial response, favoring limited government intervention and private charity, proved insufficient. As the Depression deepened, his administration implemented some public works and financial aid measures, but these were widely considered inadequate, contributing to his unpopularity.
13.6 Reading Questions
Finish EdPuzzle: Story of US; "Bust" (Link in Schoology)

4/8 - 2nd, 4th, & 6th

13.5 Review Presentation
13.5 Quiz (link in Schoology)
SMG Day #10
EdPuzzle: Story of US; "Bust" (Link in Schoology)

4/9

Stock Market Quiz (link in Schoology)
13.6 Reading (p.821-832) or 13.6 Podcast - Prior to the Great Depression, President Hoover expressed strong optimism about America's economic future. However, in 1929, a stock market crash initiated a severe economic downturn. This period, known as the Great Depression, was caused by factors like overproduction, wealth inequality, and a weak banking system. Many Americans faced unemployment, poverty, and hardship, leading to social distress and a loss of confidence. President Hoover's initial response, favoring limited government intervention and private charity, proved insufficient. As the Depression deepened, his administration implemented some public works and financial aid measures, but these were widely considered inadequate, contributing to his unpopularity.
13.6 Reading Questions
Finish EdPuzzle: Story of US; "Bust" (Link in Schoology)

4/10

13.6 Review Presentation
13.6 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Listen to FDR's 1st Fireside Chat

Life During the Depression (Lesson 7)

13.7 Reading (p.835-840) or 13.7 Podcast - The provided text examines the profound impact of the Great Depression on American life. It details the widespread economic hardship, including job losses and displacement, and specifically highlights the devastating effects of the Dust Bowl, caused by drought and poor land management, which forced many from the Great Plains to become migrant workers facing further discrimination. The sources also explore how various groups, such as women and African Americans, experienced unique challenges and discrimination during this period, while also noting Eleanor Roosevelt's efforts as an advocate. Finally, the text illustrates how art and entertainment, including literature, painting, photography, radio, and movies, reflected and provided an escape from the realities of the Depression.
13.7 Reading Questions
Topic #13 GimKit Test Review (if time?)

4/13

Topic 13 Test Review Presentation
Topic 13 "Prosperity & Depression" Test (link in Schoology)
EdPuzzle: "Over the Edge" (Link in Schoology)

Topic #14: WWII

4/14

Aggression Overseas & Isolation at Home (Lesson 1)

Steps to WWII Info -- Take notes!
Video Clip: Crash Course; A War for Resources
14.1 Reading (p.849-854) or 14.1 Podcast - During the 1930s, aggressive leaders rose to power in Europe and Asia, fueled by post-World War I resentment and a desire for expansion. Totalitarian regimes, such as fascist Italy under Mussolini and Nazi Germany under Hitler, exerted complete control and promoted extreme nationalism and militarism. Similarly, the Soviet Union under Stalin became a totalitarian state with brutal suppression, while militaristic leaders gained influence in Japan, also seeking territorial growth. These expansions and aggressive actions brought the world closer to war. In contrast, the United States largely adopted a policy of isolationism, though it also sought to improve relations with Latin America.
14.1 Reading Questions

4/15

Entering WWII (Lesson 2)

14.1 Review Presentation
14.1 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Finish: Over the Edge EdPuzzle

4/16

Video Clip: D-Day Explained
14.2 Reading (p.855-865) or 14.2 Podcast - Imperialistic ambitions drove Japan and Germany to aggressively expand into neighboring territories, actions initially met with a desire for peace from European powers and the US. Japan's resource scarcity fueled its invasion of China, marked by brutal atrocities, while Germany's Hitler systematically violated treaties and annexed territory, employing a policy of appeasement by Britain and France that ultimately failed. As these aggressions escalated, particularly Japan's alliance with Axis powers and its trade limitations with the US, tensions mounted. The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan in 1941 finally compelled the United States to enter World War II, uniting the nation against the Axis.
14.2 Reading Questions

4/17

Homefront (Lesson 3)

14.2 Review Presentation
14.2 Quiz (link in Schoology)
14.3 Reading (p.866-872) or 14.3 Podcast - The provided text outlines how the United States mobilized its home front during World War II. It details the economic transformation as industries shifted to war production and the government implemented rationing. The source also describes the increase in military personnel through recruitment and training. Furthermore, it examines the new opportunities and discrimination faced by women and various minority groups, including African Americans and Japanese Americans, highlighting their contributions and challenges during the war.
14.3 Reading Questions

4/20

14.3 Review Presentation
14.3 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Primary Source Activity “Memories of Growing Up During WWII” (p.873)
EdPuzzle: Story of US - WWII → Video Worksheet

4/21

Winning a Deadly War (Lesson 4)

14.4 Reading (p.874-885) or 14.4 Podcast - The provided text details the progression of World War II, starting with Hitler's optimism after Pearl Harbor and the initial Axis successes in Europe and the Pacific. It then describes the turning points in the war, including the Soviet resistance, Allied victories in North Africa and Italy, and key naval battles against Japan. The narrative further explains Operation Overlord and the liberation of Western Europe, culminating in Germany's surrender. Finally, the text covers the island-hopping campaign in the Pacific and the use of atomic bombs on Japan, leading to its eventual surrender and the war's end, while also addressing the widespread devastation and the horrors of the Holocaust.
14.4 Reading Questions