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Understanding the Civil War and the Antebellum South: Lessons and Activities

In this lesson plan, students will engage in various activities focused on chapters 15-17 of U.S. History, covering the Antebellum South and the Civil War. They will demonstrate reading comprehension through quizzes, participate in discussions, and analyze significant historical events leading to the Civil War. Assignments include writing introductory paragraphs, reflecting on their work, and analyzing primary sources. The goal is to provide students with a deep understanding of the societal impacts of agriculture and slavery, as well as the emergence of the anti-slavery movement.

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Understanding the Civil War and the Antebellum South: Lessons and Activities

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  1. AP U.S. History Chapters 12-13

  2. December 4 • CLO– STUDENTS WILL: • Individually complete a short written quiz on chapter 15 to demonstrate reading comprehension • Engage in a moderated discussion on our focus questions • AGENDA • Return Unit 3 Exam • Quiz 15 • Reading Notes 15 • Chapter 15 Jigsaw • HOMEWORK • Read chapter 16

  3. Chapter 15 Focus Questions • What were the dominant industries and forms of agriculture in the Old South? • How did the dependence upon agriculture and slavery shape southern society? • How did the anti-slavery movement emerge, and what were the South’s reactions to it?

  4. December 6 • CLO– STUDENTS WILL: • AGENDA • Compromise of 1850 • Timeline/Flowchart of events leading up to Civil War • HOMEWORK • Read chapter 16 for Monday Quiz

  5. December 9 • CLO– STUDENTS WILL: • Write an introductory paragraph (including a thesis statement) to demonstrate their understanding of the content from chapter 16 • Analyze three FRQ introductory paragraphs and find ways to improve each. • AGENDA • Turn in timeline/flowchart of events leading up to Civil War • Quiz 16 • FRQ Analysis • HOMEWORK • Read chapter 17 for Friday Quiz

  6. December 11 • CLO– STUDENTS WILL: • Reflect on their FRQ introductory paragraphs and suggest improvements for their table groups • Watch two short videos reviewing the causes and effects of the Civil War • AGENDA • FRQ Analysis • Crash Course • Crash Course, Worksheet, & Discussion • Civil War Timeline • Remainder of class, continue reading chapter 17 & complete RN • HOMEWORK • Read chapter 17 for Friday Quiz

  7. December 13 • CLO– STUDENTS WILL: • Engage in a short reading comprehension quiz by answering five multiple choice questions independently on chapter 17 • Watch a short video on the Civil War • Read a primary source from the Civil War and provide a written analysis of their understanding and interpretation of the document • AGENDA • Next week’s schedule • Quiz 17 • Crash Course – Civil War Part 2 • Primary Source Analysis • HOMEWORK • Study chapter 1 – 17 for review and Wednesday’s final!

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