Embedded Files
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.
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)
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)
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.
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)
3/25
Social Change (Lesson 2)
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.
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.
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.
SMG Day #6
3/31
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.
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.
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 - 2nd, 4th, & 6th
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.
Finish EdPuzzle: Story of US; "Bust" (Link in Schoology)
4/10
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.
Topic #13 GimKit Test Review (if time?)
4/13
Topic 13 "Prosperity & Depression" Test (link in Schoology)
EdPuzzle: "Over the Edge" (Link in Schoology)
Topic #14: WWII
Topic #14: WWII
4/14
Steps to WWII Intro -- Take notes!
Video Clip: Crash Course; A War for Resources
Aggression Overseas & Isolation at Home (Lesson 1)
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.
4/15
14.1 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Finish: Over the Edge EdPuzzle
4/16
Video Clip: D-Day Explained
Entering WWII (Lesson 2)
14.2 Intro Slides -- Take Notes!
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.
4/17
14.2 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Homefront (Lesson 3)
14.3 Intro Slides -- Take Notes!
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.
MCA SCHEDULE
4/20 for 1st, 3rd, & 5th
4/22 for 2nd & 6th
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 for 1st, 3rd, & 5th
4/23 for 2nd & 6th
Winning a Deadly War (Lesson 4)
14.4 Intro Slides -- Take Notes!
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.
Finish EdPuzzle: Story of US - WWII → Video Worksheet
4/24
14.4 Quiz (link in Schoology)
*Part #1 - The Axis Powers Make Early Gains (1939-1941)
*Blank WWII Map
*WWII Reference Maps: Europe Map (1939-41) | Europe Map (1941-45) | Pacific Map 1 | Pacific Map 2
4/27
*Part #2 - America Enters the War (1941)
4/28
*Part #3 - The Allies Defeat the Axis Powers in N.Africa & Europe (1941-45)
*Part #4 - The U.S. Defeats Japan in the Pacific Region (1942-1945)
4/29
Open Map Quiz
4/30
Test on WWII
EdPuzzle: America's Time; Best Years (1946-1952) → Best Years Video Worksheet
Topic #15: Postwar America (1945-1975)
Topic #15: Postwar America (1945-1975)
5/1
The Beginning of the Cold War (Lesson 1) - The provided text outlines the emergence of the Cold War, a decades-long rivalry for global dominance between the United States and the Soviet Union following World War II. It details how differing ideologies led to the creation of the iron curtain and the formation of opposing military alliances like NATO and the Warsaw Pact. To prevent the spread of communism, the United States implemented the Truman Doctrine and the Marshall Plan, providing significant financial and military support to vulnerable European nations. The documents also highlight key flashpoints of the era, including the Berlin Airlift and the eventual construction of the Berlin Wall. Finally, the text notes the shift in global power dynamics in 1949 caused by the Soviet Union's nuclear capabilities and the rise of a communist government in China.
Armchair Historian EdPuzzle: How did American Become a Superpower after WWII
15.1 Cold War Slide Deck -- Take Notes!
15.1 Reading (p.893-898)
*If there is extra time students can work on the "Best Years" EdPuzzle
5/4
Korea & Other Postwar Conflicts (Lesson 2) - This educational text details the global expansion of the Cold War, focusing primarily on the causes, military progression, and stalemate of the Korean War. It explains how the conflict solidified the division between the communist North and democratic South, while highlighting the internal friction between President Truman and General MacArthur. Beyond the peninsula, the source describes how the struggle for influence between the United States and the Soviet Union spread to newly independent nations in Africa and Asia. Finally, it examines the Red Scare within America, noting how the Rosenberg executions and McCarthyism fueled a climate of domestic suspicion and political repression. These combined narratives illustrate how superpower rivalries reshaped both international borders and American social policy during the mid-20th century.
Video Clip: Korean War
15.2 Korean War Slide Deck -- Take Notes!
15.2 Reading (p.899-906)
Finish Best Years EdPuzzle
5/5
Review Presentations...
*15.1
*15.2
15.1 & 15.2 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Finish Video: America's Time Best Years
5/6
Video: America's Time Happy Daze → Video Worksheet
5/7
Eisenhower & Postwar America (Lesson 3) - Following the conclusion of World War II, the United States entered an era of unprecedented economic growth and significant social transformation. To support returning veterans, the government enacted the GI Bill, which provided the financial means for millions to pursue education and purchase homes. This period saw a massive population surge known as the baby boom, alongside a migration toward newly developed suburbs and the southern Sunbelt region. Under the leadership of Presidents Truman and Eisenhower, the nation transitioned from wartime restrictions to a consumer-driven economy defined by rising homeownership and the expansion of the national highway system. Cultural shifts also emerged through the widespread adoption of television and the rise of rock-and-roll, though these changes faced criticism from those wary of increasing social conformity. Ultimately, while most citizens enjoyed a higher standard of living, this prosperity was marked by underlying social tensions regarding racial exclusion and materialism.
15.3 Eisenhower & Postwar America Slide Deck -- Take Notes!
15.3 Reading (p.907-914)
5/8
The Civil Rights Movement (Lesson 4) - This text details the evolution of the American Civil Rights Movement from the late 1940s through the 1970s, highlighting the shift from legal battles to mass demonstrations. It emphasizes how organizations like the NAACP and leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr. utilized lawsuits and nonviolent civil disobedience to dismantle systemic segregation. Key milestones discussed include the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, the influential Montgomery bus boycott, and the integration of the military. The narrative also addresses the federal government's role in passing the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act, which aimed to guarantee legal and electoral equality. Finally, the source examines the rise of more radical movements and the persistent economic challenges that remained despite significant political gains.
15.3 Review Presentation
Topic 15.3 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Video: Civil Rights & the 1950's
Makeup Work
5/11
15.4 Civil Rights Slide Deck -- Take Notes!
15.4 Civil Rights Movement Reading (p.916-927)
5/12
The Struggle for Civil Rights Continues (Lesson 5) - During the mid-to-late 20th century, various marginalized groups in the United States launched organized campaigns to secure social and legal equality. Latino Americans utilized labor strikes and court challenges to combat workplace exploitation and school segregation, while Asian Americans and Native Americans fought to preserve their cultural heritage and protect tribal sovereignty. The women’s rights movement advocated for economic parity and legislative changes, such as the Equal Rights Amendment, to dismantle traditional gender barriers. Simultaneously, the gay and lesbian rights movement emerged from protests against police harassment to demand an end to systemic discrimination. Collectively, these diverse struggles employed nonviolent activism, legal action, and public demonstrations to redefine civil rights in America. Through these efforts, activists secured significant victories like bilingual education, fairer labor practices, and increased political representation.
15.4 Review Presentation
15.4 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Start Movie: Earnest Green Story
5/13 & 5/14
Finish Movie: Earnest Green Story
Movie Quiz (Link in Schoology)
5/15
15.5 Struggle for Civil Rights Continues Slide Deck -- Take Notes!
15.5 Reading (p.929-934)
5/18
15.5 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Unpinned EdPuzzle (link in Schoology)
*Video: Unpinned → Video Worksheet
5/19
Kennedy, Johnson, & Vietnam (Lesson 6) - These educational materials examine the political landscape of the 1960s, beginning with John F. Kennedy’s narrow election victory over Richard Nixon and the impact of the first televised debates. The text outlines Kennedy’s Cold War challenges, including the failed Bay of Pigs invasion and the high-stakes Cuban Missile Crisis, alongside his domestic initiatives like the Peace Corps. Following Kennedy’s assassination, the focus shifts to Lyndon B. Johnson’s Great Society, which introduced major social reforms such as Medicare and Medicaid. The sources further document the escalation of the Vietnam War, explaining the domino theory and the difficult transition from military advising to active combat. Finally, the narrative describes how the conflict's mounting casualties fueled a domestic antiwar movement and gave rise to a rebellious youth counterculture.
15.6 Slide Deck
15.6 Reading (p.936-947)
Finish Unpinned EdPuzzle (link in Schoology)
5/20
15.6 Review
15.6 Quiz (link in Schoology)
EdPuzzle: The Tet Offensive (Link in Schoology)
5/21
Video Clip: Vietnam War Explained
5/22, 5/18, 5/19
Movie: 13 Days (a historical thriller about the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, when the United States and the Soviet Union came dangerously close to nuclear war)
5/20
The Nixon Years (Lesson 7) - This text details the presidency of Richard Nixon, beginning with his narrow election in 1968 amidst a fractured political landscape and widespread social unrest. During his tenure, the United States achieved a historic moon landing but simultaneously grappled with stagflation and the eventual collapse of South Vietnam. Nixon is credited with significant foreign policy shifts, specifically his efforts to ease Cold War tensions through landmark visits to China and the Soviet Union. However, his administration was ultimately dismantled by the Watergate scandal, a political conspiracy involving illegal surveillance and a subsequent cover-up. The narrative concludes with Nixon’s resignation, the first in American history, and Gerald Ford’s attempt to stabilize the nation through a controversial presidential pardon.
15.7 Slide Deck
15.7 Reading (p.948-955)
5/21
15.7 Quiz (link in Schoology)
Video: Approaching the Apocalypse
5/22, 5/26, 5/27, & 5/28
5/29
Test Review: Topic 15 GimKit Test Review
6/1
Topic 15 Test (link in Schoology)
Movie: 42
6/2
Movie: 42
6/3 - Last Day of School
Movie: 42
END of TRI III
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Materials Not Used TRI III:
EdPuzzle: Stormy Weather (1929-36)
EdPuzzle: Homefront (Link in Schoology) → Homefront Video Worksheet
Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" Speech EdPuzzle (link in Schoology)
John F. Kennedy's New Frontier EdPuzzle (link in Schoology)
Primary Source Activity “I Have A Dream” (p.928)
Video: Poisoned Dreams → Video Worksheet
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