Graphs in Excel

Use these sites to help you create graphs in Excel:

http://www.powertolearn.com/articles/teaching_with_technology/how_to_make_graphs_with_excel.shtml

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8B8kFVNzlQ8

Civil War Project

We will be using a Webquest (although modified for our classroom) to complete our final project on the Civil War. Click here to access the Civil War Webquest

We will be using the links on this site to complete the following jobs that your group will present to the class the last week of school.
 

Reporter

Find 2 letters from Civil War Soldiers.  Report on what they told family members/loved ones about the  Civil War.
Report on what the Underground Railroad was.
Compare advantages and disadvantages of the north and south. Include each side of the issues causing the war.
Report on the meaning of abolition and secession.
Use a Venn Diagram to show how the North and South were alike, different and the same.You can create this in Word or Power Point.

Historian

Create a timeline of 10 important events/battles during the war. Each event or battle should have a detailed description of the important information and pictures.
Create a graph comparing war costs and casualties. Use Chart Wizard in Excel to create graphs showing costs and causalities.
Create timeline with pictures and descriptions as slides in Power Point/Google Presentation.
Use Chart Wizard in Excel to create graphs showing costs and causalities.

Illustrator

Create replicas of the Union and Confederate flags.
Identify states of the Union and Confederacy. Use a visual aid to show the states of each side.
Show examples of uniforms worn by soldiers and money used during the war.
Kid Pix may be used to create flags.
Insert pictures of the Northern and Southern states into Word. Document and label states.
Find pictures of currency and copy into a word document.

Editor

Write an article on the causes of the civil war.
Identify and write about 2 important women and 2 important African Americans during the Civil War.
Identify and write about 3 important people from each side of the war.  This may include generals, presidents, etc.
Use Microsoft Publisher or Word to create news articles about your assigned topics. 
Find pictures on the Internet and copy into articles.





We will also be using the following rubric for each person as they are working through their project. Each person has an individual grade based on THEIR job and work on this project.

Civil War Webquest Rubric

	8-Excellent	6-Good	4-Lacking	2-Poor	Points Earned
Grammar, Spelling, and Punctuation	All grammar, spelling, and punctuation are correct.	Few mistakes are made in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.	Frequent mistakes are made.	No evidence of correct grammar and/or spelling.
Completion of assigned tasks	All assigned tasks were completed.	All but one assigned task was completed.	Project is missing many required tasks.	No assigned tasks were completed.
Creativity and neatness of project	Work is legible and neatly written or typed.  Work is presented in a colorful and organized way.  Much time has been spent to make work neat and creative.	Most of the work is legible and neatly written or typed.  The majority of the work is presented in a colorful and organized way.  Ample time has been spent to make work neat and creative.	Work is barley legible, messy and hard to read.  Work is not presented in a colorful or organized way.  Much more time needed to be spent on the projects.	Work is not legible or organized.  Work shows no creativity or neatness.  Project reflects a lack of time put forth.
Oral Presentation	Presenter used a clear voice that was able to be heard.	Most of the time the presenter used a clear voice that was able to be heard.	Presenter was hard to understand and hear.	Presenter was unclear and unable to be heard.
Cooperation with group members	Worked cooperatively with the other members of the group and used class time wisely.	Usually able to work cooperatively with the other members of the group and used most of class time wisely.	Had difficulty working cooperatively with the other members of the group and often failed to use class time wisely.	Was unable to work cooperatively.  Frequently argued and tattled on other members of the group.  Class time was not used wisely.
				TOTAL POINTS=

 

Chapter Test on Reforms of the 1800's

Your test on Chapter 14 (Reforms of the 1800's) will be on FRIDAY MAY 18th.
Topics that will be covered on this test will include:

• Industrial Revolution/Growth of Cities (p.294-302)
• Antislavery/Abolitionists (p. 400-406)
• Women's Movement/Suffrage (p.408-411)
• Social Reforms and Schools (p.412-414)
• New Voices/Visions: Proving American culture (416-419)

The test will be worth 60 points. There will be 25 multiple choice/true false questions and 2 essays. The essays will address abolitionists and the second will address the development of society and the importance of the individual in the success of America.

Here is the link to the Jeopardy game we played today in class: http://www.superteachertools.com/jeopardy/usergames/May201220/game1337263776.php

Use the following site to find out more about slavery in 2012. FREE THE SLAVES
Read at least 2 survivor's stories and write a reflection paper about what you read.

For the reflection paper, be sure to include:

• A general summary of the survivor's story (5-7 sentences for each story. Include their name, where they are from, and what they experienced)
• What was your personal reaction to their stories? (3-5 sentences for all stories)
• What connections can you draw with slavery today and slavery in the antebellum south?

Your paper can be handwritten or completed on Google Docs. If using Google Docs, title your paper "Slavery 2012: (YOUR NAME)"

Essays for Tests

The following will be essay questions on your test tomorrow: Each essay is 10 points

(1) Explain the Marbury v. Madison Supreme Court case. Be sure to explain how it affects judicial review.

(2) Why was the Louisiana Purchase so important for our country? Subsequently, how do you think the Lewis and Clark expedition encouraged people to move west in the early 1800's?

(3) Who was Tecumseh? Describe how his role as a leader of Native Americans influenced the War of 1812. What was his vision, and how it was almost accomplished.

Notebook Check Friday 4/20

Here are the dates/topics of the notes required for the notebook check

• 3/5     Washington DC
• 3/7     Jefferson/1800
• 3/8     Supreme Court (includes Marbury/Madison worksheets)
• 3/16   p.277-278 Map Skills/Questions 1-7
• 3/19   Louisiana Purchase
• 3/20   Lewis and Clark
• 4/3     Pirates of the Mediterranean
• 4/4     War Hawks
• 4/11   War of 1812 wks. (including Dolly and Star Spangled Banner)
• 4/12   War of 1812 Tecumseh and William William Hull
• 4/16   War of 1812 Queenston and Tecumseh's Last Stand

Conflicts with Native Americans 1800-1810

Today you will be researching the conflicts between Native Americans and a budding U.S.A.. You will be given one of 3 names to research, focusing on who they were, and their position in the conflict during the early 1800's. You and your partner will be writing a letter to President Madison discussing your position on the relationship between Native Americans and the people of the United States.

Your letter should be in a business letter format. See this site to review what should be included in this: http://writing.wisc.edu/Handbook/BusLetter_Block.html

Your letter should include an introductory paragraph, reminding the president who you are and who are your supporters. (1-2 sentences)

In your second paragraph you should give a 4-5 sentence summary of how you see the relationship between Native Americans and the U.S. citizens at this time (1810). Perhaps you could even include an experience or example of this relationship.

In your third paragraph, you will be writing 3-5 sentences that tell what YOUR solution to the problem might be. Giving details as to how you see things handled.

You should have a closing to your letter and signature.

This letter can be on Google Docs (shared with smcintyre@fairview.k12.oh.us) or handwritten.

This letter should be turned in at the end of class.

My Expedition

You are creating a Google Docs presentation for your expedition to the place you would most like to visit. Watch spelling and grammar, and the more pictures, the better!

Slide 1: Introduction Slide:

• Name of State, Region or Country you are exploring
• Your name (First and Last)
• A map of your state, region or country

Slide 2: Who is accompanying you?

• Who are you bringing and why?
• Is a translator necessary? Why or why not? If so, where are you getting them from...Make sure you tell what language(s) are spoken in your state/region/country!

Slide 3: Nature/The Environment

• What is your place like?  Climate?
• What rivers, mountains, oceans, lakes etc. might you encounter. 
• What animals are native to this land? 

Slide 4: Popular Culture

• What does is average person do in this place? 
• Local "hot spots" like museums, sports arenas, monuments, theaters that tourists might visit?
• Are there famous people in popular culture that are from your area?

Slide 5: History

• Give a brief historical background to some major events from your state/region/country
• Famous historical sights or landmarks that can be visited?

Slide 6: Food

• What are people eating!? What are specialized dishes from your state/region/ country.
• Famous restaurants? 

Slide 7: Transportation

• What is available for you to travel on? Specific airlines? Unique driving laws? Something unusual?

Slide 8: Bringing it all home

• Name 3 items that you would want to bring back to Fairview Park with you. (Remember: Large items or buildings can't be moved, but you can take a picture or video!)

The Louisiana Purchase Webquest

The Louisiana Purchase
Imagine buying good land for four cents an acre. That's what President Thomas Jefferson did. Why would the emperor of France be willing to sell his land in North America to the United States?
To find out, go to http://www.gatewayno.com/history/LaPurchase.html

How much land did the United States buy from France?

When did the purchase take place?

What was the total cost?

How did the purchase of this land affect the size of the United States?

How did the President violate the Constitution by making the Louisiana Purchase?

What were Napoleon Bonaparte's plans for the land that he ended up selling? Why did he give up this plan? What are the main reasons he decided to sell the land to the United States

At the end of this site is a map showing the Louisiana Purchase. What states are now located there?

The Supreme Court

The past couple of days we have discussed the Supreme Court, it's role and judicial review.
Take the time to look through the following website and choose a landmark Supreme Court Case.

Click this link to see LANDMARK SUPREME COURT CASES

Once you have chosen a case, complete the following:

1. Use loose-leaf paper (to turn in) or on Google Docs (Titled: YOUR NAME first and last and Landmark)
2. At the top of the page write the name of the case you chose, and the year it was decided
3. In one paragraph (about 5 sentences) give me the background of the case, who was involved and what was the case about?
4. In a second paragraph tell the outcome of the case, how it was decided by the Supreme Court. (3-5 sentences)
5. In a third and final paragraph, tell your opinion on the decision. Do you feel it was a fair outcome? Do you agree with the decision? Why? (Remember, you can disagree even if it goes against the Constitution--just explain WHY) Finally, tell me why you feel this particular case is considered a "landmark case" in American history.

Branches of Government

The Executive Branch: http://www.whitehouse.gov/our-government/executive-branch

The Legislative Branch: http://www.whitehouse.gov/our-government/legislative-branch

The Judicial Branch: http://www.whitehouse.gov/our-government/judicial-branch

Jury Duty!

Mrs. McIntyre isn't at school today because she was called for jury duty!! I'll be going to the Summit County Courthouse at 8:30 AM today (1/5) and see if I get selected to be on a jury.

Find out how you get "picked" to serve on jury duty, and then how you are picked to be on a jury. How many people serve on a jury? Who are some of the "key people" involved in a criminal trial?

Do you feel the selection process for jury duty is a fair process? Why or why not?
Would you want to serve on a jury? Why or why not?

Make sure that you are including info you have learned about jury duty in Ohio in your response!

I'll be sure to let you know how things went!!

Boston Tea Party Partner Questions

Read the following website about the Boston Tea Party. http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/50707.aspx  (It has more information than our textbook alone)
You and your partner should complete the questions at the end under the heading: Classroom Activities/Suggested Discussion Areas
 You can answer the questions on a piece of paper (must hand in at the end of class) or via Google Docs (must be timestamped by the end of class) Please title your Google Doc "Boston Tea and (you and your partner's names)"

If you finish this assignment early you can comment on either the "Boycott" blog or the "Jury Duty" blog! Remember--it can only help you!!

Famous Boycotts

Today we discussed the Tea Act of 1773, and how it led to a boycott of tea by the colonists (and eventually led to the "civil disobedience" of the Boston Tea Party).
What are some other famous boycotts in U.S. History??

http://www.montgomeryboycott.com/  Montgomery Bus Boycott 1955

http://www.topendsports.com/events/summer/boycotts.htm  Moscow Olympic Boycott (and others) 1980

http://library.thinkquest.org/26504/History.html California Grape Boycott 1966

Can you think of others?? Let us know! Tell us about one you have researched!