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How did America get its shape?
How did America get its shape?
From day one, America has been getting bigger. From the American Revolution to Westward Expansion to the age of Imperialism, the United States has acquired territory from other nations through purchases, treaties, and sometimes conquest. The largest period of territorial expansion was during the Westward Expansion phase, and it was justified by the term Manifest Destiny. Oftentimes, this expansion occurred at the expense of others, however, it is arguable that our nation is still expanding in different ways. And even today, it can occur at the expense of others.
Lesson 1: Entry Event
Lesson 1: Entry Event
To Do:
To Do:
Analyze the painting American Progress by John Gast 👤
Make a copy of the "Manifest Destiny Entry Event"👤
Complete the document👤
Submit to Slate ☑️
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS DEFINED
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS DEFINED
What will I be able to do after this studio?
What will I be able to do after this studio?
English Competencies
English Competencies
2 Writing Effectively
2.1 Introduce, engage, and orient
2.2 Develop message/purpose/ideas
2.3 Language use
2.4 Style
2.5 Conclusion
2.6 Revision
4 Research
4.1 Construct a research question
4.2 Identify credible sources for evidence
4.3 Use system to organize information
4.4 Evaluate and synthesize findings
Social Studies Competencies
Social Studies Competencies
1 Analyzing Historical Events
1.1 Evaluate historical outcomes in context
1.2 Analyze multiple perspectives
1.3 Analyze historical sources
1.4 Evaluate the importance of people's actions in shaping outcomes
1.5 Analyze outcomes as either change, continuity, or both
3 Understand Geographic Representations
3.1 Display and explain spatial patterns
3.2 Apply geographic tools
4 Analyze Interactions
4.1 Relationships between humans and the environment
4.2 Human impact on the environment
What is your performance task?
What is your performance task?
The performance task is to write an argumentative essay. You will explore the concept of territorial expansion and territorial rights regarding settlers, governments, or urban development. Your paper will explore one of the following topics:
The performance task is to write an argumentative essay. You will explore the concept of territorial expansion and territorial rights regarding settlers, governments, or urban development. Your paper will explore one of the following topics:
The territorial expansion of the US during Manifest Destiny and whether or not the US had the right to do so.
How nations have acquired land through treaties, purchases, or conquest.
Comparing westward expansion during Manifest Destiny to modern-day urban sprawl.
Government right to seize property for land development (Eminent Domain).
Conflicts over territorial ownership of land (Russia-Ukraine, Israel-Palestine, China-Taiwan, etc.).
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