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Topic 3.9 The Constitution
Topic 3.9 The Constitution
ESSENTIAL QUESTION: Explain the continuities and changes in the structure and functions of the government with the ratification of the Constitution.
ESSENTIAL QUESTION: Explain the continuities and changes in the structure and functions of the government with the ratification of the Constitution.
Thematic Focus: Politics and Power
Thematic Focus: Politics and Power
Debates fostered by social and political groups about the role of government in American social, political, and economic life shape government policy, institutions, political parties, and the rights of citizens.
Key Concepts
Key Concepts
KC 3.2.2.c Delegates from the states participated in a Constitutional Convention and through negotiation, collaboration, and compromise proposed a constitution that created a limited but dynamic central government embodying federalism and providing for a separation of powers between its three branches.
Learning Activities
Learning Activities
Readings
Readings
This section lists all of the required and supplemental readings addressing this topic within this module.
As you read, annotate or take notes in a style of your choice.
As you read, annotate or take notes in a style of your choice.
Preview the options for the Topic Reflection assignment that you will complete as a final product for this topic.
REQUIRED: Textbook: AMSCO, 4th edition.
Topic: Topic 3.9
Option: AMSCO, 3rd edition. Chapters 4-6, pages 91-93, 103-109
Topic_03.09.pdfAMSCO Ch 4.pdfAMSCO Ch 5.pdfAMSCO Ch 6.pdf
EXTENDED: Textbook: Brinkley, Alan. American History: Connecting with the Past
Topic: Chapter 6, pages 164-168
Supplemental: PPT of chapter overview
PPT_brinkley15_ch04.pptPPT_brinkley15_ch05.pptPPT_brinkley15_ch06.ppt
SUPPLEMENTAL: Reading: US Constitution
SUPPLEMENTAL: Reading: Beard and the Constitution
RDG_Beard and the Constitution.pdfSUPPLEMENTAL: Reading: Martin, A Tribute to Beard
RDG_Tribute to Charles A Beard.pdfSUPPLEMENTAL: Reading: What does the Constitution Mean?
RDG_What does the Consitution mean.pdf
Presentations
Presentations
Preview the options for the Topic Reflection assignment that you will complete as a final product for this topic to help you decide how you want to gather your information.
OPTIONAL: View one of the following presentations.
OPTIONAL: View one of the following presentations.
Heimler's History
Hip Hughes
Khan Academy
Skills Development
Skills Development
The following section material focuses on developing historical thinking and writing skills. You may be asked to simply review the information; you may be asked to review the information and complete a Google Form to submit completion of the task and to submit questions or concerns regarding the process or the strategy; or you may be asked to practice the skill by submitting an assignment to Google Classroom.
Comparison: Review the page focusing on Comparison. Apply your understanding of comparison to compare the Articles of Confederation to the US Constitution. Include your findings in your Topic Reflection.
Academic Conversation
Academic Conversation
In a group of 2-4 colleagues, participate in an academic conversation focusing on the following topic/s:
Topic Essential Question
REMINDER: Focus on LEARNING by engaging with the material & others....Work smarter, not harder.
REMINDER: Focus on LEARNING by engaging with the material & others....Work smarter, not harder.
Extended Research
Extended Research
The following activities are considered works in progress. Although progress checks will be completed and feedback provided, you will only officially submit them at the conclusion of the module or specifically identified dates.. This will provide you flexibility in completing them with accuracy, depth, and purpose. Completion of these activities promote long-term preparation for the course and AP exams.
Extended Research files will be provided through our Google Classroom as an assignment.
REQUIRED: Key Concepts
REQUIRED: Key Concepts
Conduct extended research and complete the following key concepts:
3.2.2.c
Save your work.
Save your work.
Submit the assignment at the conclusion of the module.
Review: Benchmark Review Questions (BRQ)
Review: Benchmark Review Questions (BRQ)
Log into AP Classroom, your My AP account, to access the assignment. These questions are designed to provide you immediate feedback. Use the feedback to determine if you are ready to proceed to the next topic, if you should review this topic, or revisit this topic at a later date.
REQUIRED: Benchmark Review Questions (BRQ)
REQUIRED: Benchmark Review Questions (BRQ)
Go to your My AP account and complete the following assignment.
Topic 3.9
Topic Assignment: Answer the Essential Question
Topic Assignment: Answer the Essential Question
Gather and report information (specific, relevant vocabulary, names, dates, and details) that would be used to write a formal response that answers the essential question for this topic. Regardless of format, the response must include a properly written thesis statement. Refer to Topic 1.1 and Thesis Statement pages for assignment support.
REQUIRED: Select one of the following formats to present research that answers the topic essential question that includes a properly written thesis statement.
REQUIRED: Select one of the following formats to present research that answers the topic essential question that includes a properly written thesis statement.
Refer to Topic 1.1 or Thesis Statement (X. However, A and B. Therefore, Y.) for more details.
Create a mind map.
Create an infographic.
Create a formal outline.
Create a graphic organizer.
Record a short video clip reponse (no more than 2-minutes).
Save your work.
Save your work.
Store in your Google Drive>>APUSH>>APUSH Portfolio>>Period 3 Module.
Store in your Google Drive>>APUSH>>APUSH Portfolio>>Period 3 Module.
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