Learning Standard from Massachusetts Curriculum Framework Lesson Number Student Learning Outcomes Instructional Strategies Text/Materials Assessment Mission Statement/Portfolio
USI.1 Explain the political and economic factors that contributed to the American Revolution.  1 Students will be able to explain the impact on the colonies of the French and Indian War, including how the war led to an overhaul of British imperial policy from 1763 to 1775. Special emphasis will be given to the Treaty of Paris and Grenville's Ministry.  Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American SpiritMayflower Compact (1620). Massachusetts Body of Liberties (1641)  Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.1 Explain the political and economic factors that contributed to the American Revolution.  2 Students will be able to explain how freedom from European feudalism and aristocracy and the widespread ownership of property fostered individualism and contributed to the Revolution. Special emphasis will be given to the Stamp Act, Townshend Acts, and Boston Massacre. Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.1 Explain the political and economic factors that contributed to the American Revolution. USI.5 Explain the role of Massachusetts in the revolution, including important events that took place in Massachusetts and important leaders from Massachusetts. 3 Tea Act, Boston Tea Party, Intolerable Acts, and First Continental Congress Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.3 Explain the influence and ideas of the Declaration of Independence and the political philosophy of Thomas Jefferson 4 Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, Common Sense, and the Declaration of Independence Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.2 Explain the historical and intellectual influences on the American Revolution and the formation and framework of the American government. USI.4 Analyze how Americans resisted British policies before 1775 and analyze the reasons for the American victory and the British defeat during the Revolutionary war 5 Saratoga, French Alliance, Yorktown, and Treaty of Paris Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.2 Explain the historical and intellectual influences on the American Revolution and the formation and framework of the American government. USI.6 Explain the reasons for the adoption of the Articles of Confederation in 1781, including why its drafters created a weak central government; analyze the shortcomings of the national government under the Articles; and describe the crucial events (e.g., Shays’s rebellion) leading to the Constitutional Convention.  6 Articles of Confederation, Shays' Rebellion Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.2 Explain the historical and intellectual influences on the American Revolution and the formation and framework of the American government.  7 Constitutional Convention Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.2 Explain the historical and intellectual influences on the American Revolution and the formation and framework of the American government. USI.7 Explain the roles of various founders at the Constitutional Convention. Describe the major debates that occurred at the Convention and the “Great Compromise” that was reached. USI.8 Describe the debate over the ratification of the Constitution between Federalists and Anti-Federalists and explain the key ideas contained in the Federalist Papers on federalism, factions, checks and balances, and the importance of an independent judiciary.  8 Constitution of 1787, Federalist Papers, and Ratification  Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit. Federalist Paper number 10 Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.9 Explain the reasons for the passage of the Bill of Rights. USI.10 On a map of North America, identify the first 13 states to ratify the Constitution. USI. 11-21 The Formation and Framework of American Democracy. USI.22 Summarize the major policies and political developments that took place during the presidencies of George Washington (1789-1797), John Adams (1797-1801), and Thomas Jefferson (1801-1809).  9 Washington Administration Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit. Bill of Rights (1791). Washington’s Farewell Address (1796)  Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.22 Summarize the major policies and political developments that took place during the presidencies of George Washington (1789-1797), John Adams (1797-1801), and Thomas Jefferson (1801-1809).  10 Adams Administration, XYZ Affair, Alien and Sedition Acts Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.22 Summarize the major policies and political developments that took place during the presidencies of George Washington (1789-1797), John Adams (1797-1801), and Thomas Jefferson (1801-1809).  11 Election of 1800, Jefferson Administration, Louisiana Purchase Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit. Jefferson’s First Inaugural Address (1801) Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.22 Summarize the major policies and political developments that took place during the presidencies of George Washington (1789-1797), John Adams (1797-1801), and Thomas Jefferson (1801-1809).  12 Embargo, Causes of War of 1812 Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.22 Summarize the major policies and political developments that took place during the presidencies of George Washington (1789-1797), John Adams (1797-1801), and Thomas Jefferson (1801-1809).  13 War of 1812, Invasion of Washington, Battle of New Orleans, Treaty of Ghent Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.25 Trace the influence and ideas of Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall and the importance of the doctrine of judicial review as manifested in Marbury v. Madison (1803). USI.26 Describe the causes, course, and consequences of America’s westward expansion and its growing diplomatic assertiveness. Use a map of North America to trace America’s expansion to the Civil War, including the location of the Santa Fe and Oregon trails.  14 Era of Good Feeling, Monroe Administration Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.23 Analyze the rising levels of political participation and the expansion of suffrage in antebellum America.  15 Missouri Compromise, Election of 1824 Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.23 Analyze the rising levels of political participation and the expansion of suffrage in antebellum America. USI.24 Describe the election of 1828, the importance of Jacksonian democracy, and Jackson’s actions as President. USI.26 Describe the causes, course, and consequences of America’s westward expansion and its growing diplomatic assertiveness. Use a map of North America to trace America’s expansion to the Civil War, including the location of the Santa Fe and Oregon trails.  16 John Quincy Adams, Age of Jackson Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.24 Describe the election of 1828, the importance of Jacksonian democracy, and Jackson’s actions as President.  17 Bank War, Nullification, Van Buren  Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.23 Analyze the rising levels of political participation and the expansion of suffrage in antebellum America. USI.31 Describe the formation of the abolitionist movement, the roles of various abolitionists, and the response of southerners and northerners to abolitionism.  18 Antebellum Reform Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.30 Summarize the growth of the American education system and Horace Mann’s campaign for free compulsory public education. USI.31 Describe the formation of the abolitionist movement, the roles of various abolitionists, and the response of southerners and northerners to abolitionism. USI.33 Analyze the goals and effect of the antebellum women’s suffrage movement.  19 Antebellum Reform Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit. Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments and Resolutions (1848). Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.32 Describe important religious trends that shaped antebellum America.  20 Antebellum Culture Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.34 Analyze the emergence of the Transcendentalist movement through the writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and other literary figures. 21 Antebellum Culture Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.26 Describe the causes, course, and consequences of America’s westward expansion and its growing diplomatic assertiveness. Use a map of North America to trace America’s expansion to the Civil War, including the location of the Santa Fe and Oregon trails.  22 Manifest Destiny, Texas Revolution Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.26 Describe the causes, course, and consequences of America’s westward expansion and its growing diplomatic assertiveness. Use a map of North America to trace America’s expansion to the Civil War, including the location of the Santa Fe and Oregon trails.  23 James K. Polk, Mexican War Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.29 Describe the rapid growth of slavery in the South after 1800 and analyze slave life and resistance on plantations and farms across the South, as well as the impact of the cotton gin on the economics of slavery and Southern agriculture. USI.35 Describe how the different economies and cultures of the North and South contributed to the growing importance of sectional politics in the early 19th century.  24 Agrarian South  Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.27 Explain the importance of the Transportation Revolution of the 19th century (the building of canals, roads, bridges, turnpikes, steamboats, and railroads), including the stimulus it provided to the growth of a market economy. USI.28 Explain the emergence and impact of the textile industry in New England and industrial growth generally throughout antebellum America. USI.35 Describe how the different economies and cultures of the North and South contributed to the growing importance of sectional politics in the early 19th century.  25 Industrializing North Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.36 Summarize the critical developments leading to the Civil War.  26 Compromise of 1850, Harriet Beecher Stowe Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.36 Summarize the critical developments leading to the Civil War.  27 Kansas-Nebraska Act, Dred Scott Decision Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.36 Summarize the critical developments leading to the Civil War. USI.37 On a map of North America, identify Union and Confederate States at the outbreak of the war.USI.38 Analyze Abraham Lincoln’s presidency, the Emancipation Proclamation (1863), his views on slavery, and the political obstacles he encountered. 28 Abraham Lincoln, Election of 1860, Secession, Ft. Sumter Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.37 On a map of North America, identify Union and Confederate States at the outbreak of the war.USI.38 Analyze Abraham Lincoln’s presidency, the Emancipation Proclamation (1863), his views on slavery, and the political obstacles he encountered. USI.39 Analyze the roles and policies of various Civil War leaders and describe the important Civil War battles and events. 29 Bull Run, Home Front Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.38 Analyze Abraham Lincoln’s presidency, the Emancipation Proclamation (1863), his views on slavery, and the political obstacles he encountered. USI.39 Analyze the roles and policies of various Civil War leaders and describe the important Civil War battles and events. USI.40 Provide examples of the various effects of the Civil War.  30 Antietam, Emancipation Proclamation Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit. Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address (1863) and Lincoln’s second inaugural address (1865) Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.39 Analyze the roles and policies of various Civil War leaders and describe the important Civil War battles and events.USI.40 Provide examples of the various effects of the Civil War.  31 Gettysburg, Shiloh, Vicksburg Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.39 Analyze the roles and policies of various Civil War leaders and describe the important Civil War battles and events. USI.40 Provide examples of the various effects of the Civil War.  32 Sherman's March, Grant and Lee Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.39 Analyze the roles and policies of various Civil War leaders and describe the important Civil War battles and events. USI.40 Provide examples of the various effects of the Civil War.  33 Appomattox Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.40 Explain the policies and consequences of Reconstruction.  34 Presidential Reconstruction Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.40  Explain the policies and consequences of Reconstruction.  35 Radical Reconstruction Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USI.40 Explain the policies and consequences of Reconstruction. USII.9 Analyze the post-Civil War struggles of African Americans and women to gain basic civil rights. 36 Redeption, KKK, Compromise of 1877 Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.4 Analyze the causes of the continuing westward expansion of the American people after the Civil War and the impact of this migration on the Indians.  37 Native Americans on the Plains, Wars Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.4 Analyze the causes of the continuing westward expansion of the American people after the Civil War and the impact of this migration on the Indians.  38 Cattle Kingdoms, Mining Frontier Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.4 Analyze the causes of the continuing westward expansion of the American people after the Civil War and the impact of this migration on the Indians.  39 Homesteading Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. 40 Industrialization, Public Policy Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. 41 Science and Technology Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. 42 Railroad Barons Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. 43 Corporations, Monopolies, Rockefeller, Carnegie Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. 44 Sherman Antitrust Act Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. USII.5 Explain the formation and goals of unions as well as the rise of radical political parties during the Industrial era.  45 Labor Movement, Knights of Labor Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. USII.5 Explain the formation and goals of unions as well as the rise of radical political parties during the Industrial era.  46 Railroad Strike of 1877, Haymarket Riot, American Federation of Labor Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.1 Explain the various causes of the Industrial Revolution. USII.2 Explain the important consequences of the Industrial Revolution. USII.5 Explain the formation and goals of unions as well as the rise of radical political parties during the Industrial era.  47 Homestead Strike, Pullman Strike Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.3 Describe the causes of the immigration of Southern and Eastern Europeans, Chinese, Koreans, and Japanese to America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and describe the major roles of these immigrants in the industrialization of America. USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism. 48 Old Immigration/New Immigration, Nativism Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit. Emma Lazarus, “The New Colossus” (1883) Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.5 Explain the formation and goals of unions as well as the rise of radical political parties during the Industrial era. USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism. 49 Urbanization, Reform Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.5 Explain the formation and goals of unions as well as the rise of radical political parties during the Industrial era. USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism. 50 Gilded Age, Political Bosses, Corruption, Civil Service Reform Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  51 Grover Cleveland, Benjamin Harrison, Tariff Issue Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism. 52 Late 19th Century Social and Cultural Change Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 58
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism. 53 Farmers'  Movements, ICC, Greenbackers Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I. USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism.  USII.5 Explain the formation and goals of unions as well as the rise of radical political parties during the Industrial era.  54 Panic of 1893, Populist Movement, 1896 Election Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism. 55 Temperance, Women's Rights, Socialism, Philosophers Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  56 Imperialism, New Manifest Destiny, Seward, Hawaii Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  57 Mahan, Cuban, Yellow Press, Maine, McKinley Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  58 Spanish-American War, Treaty of Paris Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  59 Philippines Question, Platt Amendment, Boxer Rebellion, Open Door Policy Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  60 Theodore Roosevelt, "Big Stick" Policies Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  61 Panama Canal, Roosevelt Corollary, Russo-Japanese War Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism.  62 Roots of Progressive Movement, Muckrakers Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism.  63 Municipal and State Reforms Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism. USII.9 Analyze the post-Civil War struggles of African Americans and women to gain basic civil rights. 64 Limits of Reform: Immigration, Race, Education Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit. Booker T. Washington, the Atlanta Exposition Address (1895), and the Niagara Movement Declaration of Principles (1905) Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism.  65 Theodore Roosevelt, Square Deal Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism.  66 William Howard Taft, Progessive Party Challenge Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism.  67 Election of 1912, Woodrow Wilson Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.8 Analyze the origins of Progressivism and important Progressive leaders, and summarize the major accomplishments of Progressivism.  68 Federal Reserve Act, Underwood Tariff, FTC, Clayton Antitrust Act Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  69 Wilson's Moral Diplomacy Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  70 World War I, US Neutrality Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.6 Analyze the causes and course of America’s growing role in world affairs from the Civil War to World War I.  71 Election of 1916, Zimmermann Telegram Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.7 Explain the course and significance of President Wilson’s wartime diplomacy, including his Fourteen Points, the League of Nations, and the failure of the Versailles treaty.  72 AEF, Homefront Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.7 Explain the course and significance of President Wilson’s wartime diplomacy, including his Fourteen Points, the League of Nations, and the failure of the Versailles treaty.  73 Fourteen Points, Versailles Treaty Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.7 Explain the course and significance of President Wilson’s wartime diplomacy, including his Fourteen Points, the League of Nations, and the failure of the Versailles treaty.  74 Ratification Debate, Labor Unrest, Red Scare Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.9 Analyze the post-Civil War struggles of African Americans and women to gain basic civil rights. USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  75 Prohibition, Race Problems, 19th Amendment Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  76 Harding and Normalcy Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  77 Washington Conference, Teapot Dome Scandal Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  78 Immigration Restriction, Sacco and Vanzetti Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  79 Calvin Coolidge, Election of 1924 Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  80 Age of the Automobile, Farm Problems Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s. USII.14 Explain the strength of American isolationism after World War I and analyze its impact on U.S. foreign policy.  81 Kellogg-Briand Pact Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  82 Roaring Twenties, Capone, Lindbergh, flappers, Radio, Movies Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  83 Literature of Disillusionment, Harlem Renaissance, Scopes Trial Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  84 Election of 1928, Great Crash, Hoover's Response Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s.  85 Hawley-Smoot Tariff, Reconstruction Finance Corporation Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.10 Describe how the battle between traditionalism and modernity manifested itself in the major historical trends and events after World War I and throughout the 1920s. USII.14 Explain the strength of American isolationism after World War I and analyze its impact on U.S. foreign policy.  86 Clark Memorandum, Reparations, War Debt Moratorium, Hoover-Stimson Doctrine Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.11 Describe the various causes and consequences of the global depression of the 1930s, and analyze how Americans responded to the Great Depression.  87 Hoovervilles, Farm Holidays, Bonus March Lecture, class discussion, group projects, document analysis Textbooks: American History, Modern Era for College Prep Classes; The American Nation for Honors classes; The National Experience for AP classes.  Document Readers: American Issues and American Spirit Objective Test for Content. Essay test for major themes. Group analysis of primary documents. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
USII.11 Describe the various causes and consequences of the global depression of the 1930s, and analyze how Americans responded to th