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Week 10
Wednesday:
We started off in class with a quiz, after which we got to the reading. We learned about the Louisiana purchase and the adventures of the corps of discovery, led by Merriweather Lewis and William Clark. We learned that they also explored Oregon which was not part of the Louisiana purchase, and was contested between the United States and the British. When they finally reached the mouth of the Columbia river they built fort Clatsop in which to pass the winter before returning to the east. We closed with talking about the rising tension between the US and Britain before the war of 1812. These tensions were caused primarily by the refusal of the British to respect American shipping and by their habit of impressing American sailors into service with the British fleet.
HW - Read: Chapter 12, p. 245-254, Checkpoint Q’s: p. 266, 1-3
Week 9
Friday:
Today we enjoyed a lecture concerning catholics in America. We discovered that there is a vast number of holy men and women connected with this country. We further discovered that catholics figure far more in the founding or our country than is generally known. Primarily we covered Bishop Carroll, the struggles of the early church in America, and St Elizabeth Anne Seton.
HW - Read: Chapter 12, p. 245-254. There are questions marked on the syllabus but you do not need to complete them.
Week 9
Wednesday:
In this class we talked about the first American political parties, the Federalists and the Republicans, and how each were formed by fathers of America such as Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. We covered the drama of the time as each party tried to gain control over the government utilizing different bones of contention such as the federal bank. We discussed George Washington's warning to the states concerning political parties and other things and how his prophetic warnings have proved themselves true in modern times. Finally we briefly covered Mad Anthoney and the Indian wars over Indiana and Ohio.
HW - Read: Chapter 10, p. 207-225, Checkpoint Q’s: p. 225, 1-5
Week 8
Friday:
Today we discussed the making of our constitution in the Constitutional Convention. We learned why the articles of confederation were lacking, leading to the proposed Virginia and New Jersey plans. After much discussion the two main parties of the convention were reconciled by the Connecticut Compromise and the constitution was ratified within the convention. We discussed the necessary separation of powers outlined within the constitution, their importance and fittingness, as well as the brilliance of the Connecticut Compromise itself. Finally we discussed how it was ratified among the states in large part due to the federalist papers.
HW - Read: Chapter 10, p. 207-225 I have decided not to assign the study questions on the syllabus, instead we will have a pop quiz next class on the beginning and course of the revolution and the American Constitution.
Week 8
Wednesday:
Today we overviewed the course of the revolutionary war. We discussed the early stages of the war, the crossing of the Delaware river and the defeats in New York leading to the near disastrous winter of Valley Forge. In the spring Cornwallis went south and we discussed the battles in the south leading up to the British surrender at Yorktown with the help of the French navy. Hopefully we will be able to briefly cover the battle of Yorkton next class.
HW - Read: Chapter 9, p. 187-205, Checkpoint Q’s: p. 205, 1-4
Week 7
Friday:
Today we discussed the capture of Fort Ticonceroga as well as the battles of Bunker hill and Dorchester heights. Ticonderoga and Bunker hill lead to the colonial congress at which it was resolved to write the Declaration of Independence. This resolve was in large part instigated by Common Sense. We then learned about how the revolutionary machine got started with the appointment of George Washington as general of the American forces.
HW - Read: Chapter 8, p. 171-183
Week 7
Wednesday:
Today we talked about the causes of the American revolution. We framed this class according to the question: "Was the American revolution justified/a good thing". We discussed the problems underlying the taxes issue and the failure to recognise the colonialists as equal citizens. We discussed the different understanding of both Freedom and the source of authority, by which (among other things) the French and American revolution differed. We talked about the justification of the endeavor, while understanding that immoral actions were (as always) committed on both sides. We discussed the Boston tea party, the battles of Lexiton and Concord. We talked about the long endeavors on the American side to solve the problems without bloodshed. Finally we tried Thomas Aquinas as a devils argument against the American revolution, to finally vindicate the American revolution.
HW - Read: Chapter 8, p. 159-171. Checkpoint Q’s: p. 184, 1-5
Week 6
Friday:
Today we had our Midterm!
HW - Read: Chapter 7, p. 137-157. Checkpoint Q’s: p. 157, 1-6. Read Marquette
Week 6
Tuesday:
Today we had a study game. Next class is the Final!!!
HW - Study !!!
Here is the study guide. We will be having a review game the first day of class after break. Enjoy Studying!!!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZyKvl5kMsObd5LwXf_U3vPpWKTaGyq7_qdny1StvPqU/edit?usp=sharing
Week 5
Friday:
This class focused on the French and Indian War. We discussed the course of the war and its effect on the young George Washington, as well as the different circumstances that influenced the outcome of the war. We focused in particular on the capture of Quebec by the British due to its pivotal role.
HW - Study the readings and your notes. I will be posting a study guide on the BB soon.
Enjoy Break !!
Week 5
Wednesday:
Today we learned about the battle for America, focusing primarily on the battle between the Spanish and English for Georgia and Florida. Anne's war and the war of Jenkins' ear, formed different periods of fighting throughout this conflict.
HW - Read: Ch. 6, pg. 128-135. Read Marquette
Week 4
Friday:
Today in class we discussed the Pilgrims, and the different groups who settled in America under that general title. We also discussed the founding of the first colonies supporting religious freedom, such as: Philadelphia, Portsmouth, Providence, and St Mary's. We finally discussed the colony of Maryland and all the challenges it faced.
HW - Read: Chapter 6, p. 121-128, Checkpoint Q’s: p. 135, 1-6, Read Marquette.
Notes - A list was sent to all the provided emails containing the due dates for everyone's presentation. If you have not seen the list, look for an email from me. If for some reason you have not received the email, please email me at gracetabelingst.a@gmail.com.
Week 4, Day 1:
Today in class we talked about the English colonization of America. We focused on the founding of Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in America.
HW - Read: Ch. 5, pg. 106-120. Finish Champlain.
Week 3, Day 2:
Today in class you had Dr. Brown.
HW - Read: Ch. 5, pg. 90-105. Complete Checkpoint Questions pg. 120, 1-5, 7.
Notes - I should hopefully have the presentation schedule for you by this Thursday!
Week 3, Day 1:
Today we had a quiz! After the quiz we discussed the founding and settling of New France. We learned how Francis I sent various explorers, Varrezzano, Cartier, Champlain, to explore New France for wealth. These explorers advised settling the land to substantiate France's claim to the land. However, it was only finally with Champlain that efforts to do so were successful. We discussed how the process was slow due to its low impact style, with many French becoming trappers. This nevertheless aided the extremely profitable fur trade, and so brought much needed revenue to France. We discussed how the French were beset at different times by both the Iroquois and the English. Finally we began to discuss the Jesuits in New France.
HW - Read: Ch. 4 pg. 81-90. Continue reading Champlain.
Notes - I said in class that you would have Miss Korkes for your substitute teacher on Friday. I misspoke. The South Lyon students have Miss Korkes. You all will have Dr. Brown! Also, there is some homework that is overdue for being returned to you all, I am working on gathering it from the substitute teachers . . . and I hope to have everything back to you by next Wednesday.
Week 2, Day 2:
Today in class we discussed Juan de Padilla and Father Junipero Serra. We also discussed how the blood of the martyrs does more for the salvation of souls than even the greatest natural means. This is the wisdom of the saints, which far surpasses that of the world.
HW Read: CH 4, pg. 69-80. Complete Checkpoint Q's pg. 90, 1-7.
Notes:
There is a Quiz next Tuesday! Also, as these past weeks have been a little confusing with different teachers, I am not requiring you to read the handouts on Junipero Serra and the Snowshoe priest. I will provide them later as an optional supplement. In the same vein, I will be gone this coming Friday (Thankfully this is the last time) and you will again have a sub.
Thirdly, I will be sending out an email giving the due date for everyone's presentation soon, once I have had a chance to look at all the ones that were chosen!
Finally, If you have questions about missing homework or other concerns about homework or your presentation, please email me so that I can address those concerns. I talked to a couple of you after class but please still send me an email to make sure I do not forget anything. I will try to respond promptly.
Have a splendid weekend :)
Week 2, Day 1:
Today we had a quiz, and then reviewed the "Conquistedors for Christ". We talked about the state of New Spain as a mixed bag — lots of good, but also plenty of abuses. There was only so much that the kings/queens could do. We looked at the life and work of de Las Casas. The Church did a lot of good work, and heaven also reached down powerfully through Juan Diego. Finally we talked a little about how Mary is an Aztec to the Aztecs, and a red-haired lady in Knock, Ireland, etc., and how that's a good thing, including if she's a white woman to Europeans.
HW - Read: Ch. 3, 45-56.
Notes: We will be choosing Presentation topics next class, and I will hopefully have the handout for last class to give you as a supplement.
Week 1, Day 2:
Today we reviewed pgs. 25-43 in ch. 2 "Conquest of the New World," and questions at the end, 1-5.
HW - Read: Ch. 3, pgs. 25-43. Review presentation topics and answer questions 1-4 on pg. 68.
Week 1, Day 1:
Today we discussed the first discoveries and explorers of America.
HW - Read: CH 2, pg. 25-43. Answer questions 1-5 pg. 44. Start reading Champlain.
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