**Attention US I**: Your history final examination will be at 8:30 am on Thursday, June 9.  Click here for the study guide. 

Yellow West Civ: Read Unit 11, Section 1: "Fascism Rises in Europe".  In Reading Guide, complete section 1 questions #1-6.

Pink US I: Start filling out study guide.  Next class (Monday, 6/6) will partially be a review day.  Your essay question will be either regarding Reconstruction OR the Progressive movement.

Purple West Civ: Read Unit 11, Section 1: "Fascism Rises in Europe".  In Reading Guide, complete section 1 questions #1-6.

Green West Civ: Start filling out study guide.

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Purple West Civ: Test on WWI will be held Friday, 6/3 (a-day).

Yellow West Civ: Test on WWI will be held Friday, 6/3 (a-day).

Pink US I: Test on government reform, Teddy Roosevelt, and Imperialism will be held on Friday, 6/3 (a-day).

Pink US I: Read Unit 8, Section 2: "Spanish-American War".  Complete questions on last page of reading, #1-4.

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Yellow West Civ: Start filling out study guide.  START STUDYING for test on WWI - Friday, 6/3 (a-day).  Click here for study guide.

Blue West Civ: TEST ON WWI MOVED BACK to Monday, 6/6 (b-day).  Click here for study guide.

Pink US I: Test on government reform, Teddy Roosevelt, and Imperialism on Friday, 6/3 (a-day).

Purple West Civ: Study for test on WWI - Friday, 6/3 (a-day).  Click here for study guide.

Green West Civ: Study for test on WWI tomorrow, Thursday, 6/2 (f-day).  Click here for study guide.

Yellow West Civ: Study for test on WWI - Friday, 6/3 (a-day).  Click here for study guide.

Pink US I: Study for test on government reform, Teddy Roosevelt, and Imperialism on Friday, 6/3 (a-day).

Thursday, June 2

**Attention US I**: Your history final examination will be at 8:30 am on Thursday, June 9.  Click here for the study guide. 

Blue West Civ: Study for test on WWI on Monday, 6/6 (b-day).  Click here for study guide.

Green West Civ: Read Unit 11, Section 1: "Fascism Rises in Europe".  In Reading Guide, complete section 1 questions #1-6.

Green West Civ: Study for short quiz on the background causes of WWI on Wednesday, 5/18 (c-day). Note: your section's test will stop at the alliance system.

Pink US I: In digital text, read Unit 8, Section 1: "Imperialism and America". 

Purple West Civ: Study for short quiz on the background causes of WWI tomorrow - Tuesday, 5/17 (b-day).  Note: your section's test will stop at the impact of militarization.

Yellow West Civ: Review the "chain of events" that led to the outbreak of WWI.

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Blue West Civ: Review the "chain of events" that led to the outbreak of WWI.

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Blue West Civ: 1) Read Unit 9, Section 3: "Europe Plunges Into War."  2) In Reading Guide, complete questions for Section 3, #1-5.

Green West Civ: 1) Read Unit 9, Section 3: "Europe Plunges Into War."  2) In Reading Guide, complete questions for Section 3, #1-5.

Friday, May 20

Purple West Civ: Pretend you are a mother from either Russia, France, Great Britain, or Germany.  Write a "diary entry" as to how you view the upcoming war, and how you view your son's (or sons') potential involvement in it.  Hard copies.  10 points.

Green West Civ: Pretend you are a mother from either Russia, France, Great Britain, or Germany.  Write a "diary entry" as to how you view the upcoming war, and how you view your son's (or sons') potential involvement in it.  Hard copies.  10 points.

Yellow West Civ: Pretend you are a mother from either Russia, France, Great Britain, or Germany.  Write a "diary entry" as to how you view the upcoming war, and how you view your son's (or sons') potential involvement in it.  Hard copies.  10 points.

Green West Civ: Study for test on Tuesday.

Purple West Civ: Study for test on Monday.

Pink US I: Read Triangle Fire excerpt (given in class) and answer corresponding questions.

Blue West Civ: Study for test tomorrow (Tuesday) on Industrial Revolution.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Read Unit 9, Section 1: "Nationalism in the 19th Century".  2) Complete questions #1-6 listed at the top.

Purple West Civ: 1) Read Unit 9, Section 1: "Nationalism in the 19th Century".  2) Complete questions #1-6 listed at the top.

Pink US I: Study for test on "Modern America" on Wednesday, 5/11 (d-day). Click here for study guide. 100 points.

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Green West Civ: 1) Read Unit 9, Section 1: "Nationalism in the 19th Century".  2) Complete questions #1-6 listed at the top.

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Pink US I: Read Unit 7, Section 3: "Teddy Roosevelt".  Answer questions #1-4 (skip #5) at the end of the reading on page 325.

Yellow West Civ: Respond to the following prompt in 1-2 paragraphs, hard copies, Times New Roman size 12 font (due at next class): How is nationalism present in the United States today?  What are some positive aspects of nationalism in the US?  What are perhaps some negative aspects of nationalism in the US?  Explain.

Blue West Civ: Respond to the following prompt in 1-2 paragraphs, hard copies, Times New Roman size 12 font (due at next class): How is nationalism present in the United States today?  What are some positive aspects of nationalism in the US?  What are perhaps some negative aspects of nationalism in the US?  Explain.

Thursday, May 12

Purple West Civ: 1)Read Unit 9, Section 2: "Marching Toward War".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 2 questions #1-9.  *Hard copies only*.  Please note: try to print out at home to make sure you have this done. 3) Note: You will be having a quiz on the background causes of WWI on Tuesday, 5/17 (b-day).

Yellow West Civ: 1)Read Unit 9, Section 2: "Marching Toward War".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 2 questions #1-9.  *Hard copies only*.  Please note: try to print out at home to make sure you have this done.  3) Note: You will be having a quiz on the background causes of WWI on Tuesday, 5/17 (b-day).

Green West Civ: Respond to the following prompt in 1-2 paragraphs, hard copies, Times New Roman size 12 font (due at next class): How is nationalism present in the United States today?  What are some positive aspects of nationalism in the US?  What are perhaps some negative aspects of nationalism in the US?  Explain.

Green West Civ: 1)Read Unit 9, Section 2: "Marching Toward War".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 2 questions #1-9.  3) Note: You will be having a short quiz on the background causes of WWI on Wednesday, 5/18 (c-day).

Green West Civ: 1) In your opinion, which method of production is more beneficial overall: the "old way" or the "new way".  1-2 paragraphs, hard copies, due at next class. 10 points.  2) You will be having a test on the Industrial Revolution on Friday, May 6 (a-day).  100 points.

Pink US I: Work on trial.  Click here for list of due dates for trial.

Purple West Civ: Pretend you are a British citizen in the late 1700s.  Write a letter to your friend in another European country describing the changes happening around you.  Which directly benefit you?  Which changes potentially concern you? 10 points.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Read Unit 8, Section 3: "Reforming the Industrialized World".   2) In reading guide, complete Section 3 questions #1-7.  Print out hard copies for next class.  3) Read and take notes on the Factory Act (distributed in class).  4) You will be having a test on the Industrial Revolution on Friday, May 6 (a-day).  100 points.

Purple West Civ: 1) Read Unit 8, Section 3: "Reforming the Industrialized World".   2) In reading guide, complete Section 3 questions #1-7.  3) Read and take notes on the Factory Act (distributed in class).  4) You will be having a test on the Industrial Revolution on Friday, May 6 (a-day).  100 points.

Pink US I: Work on trial.  Click here for list of due dates for trial.

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Pink US I: REMINDER TO ALL CLASS MEMBERS - Trial starts tomorrow, Tuesday May 3.  Papers for all students (except for judges) are due tomorrow at the beginning of class.  **As previously discussed in class, if for some reason you are not present in class, you must email me your paper by 2pm tomorrow.**   Click here for list of due dates for trial.

Green West Civ: 1) Read Unit 8, Section 3: "Reforming the Industrialized World".   2) In reading guide, complete Section 3 questions #1-7.  3) ATTENTION: Your test on the Industrial Revolution this Friday, May 6 (a-day).  Click here for study guide.  100 points.

Blue West Civ: 1) Read Unit 8, Section 3: "Reforming the Industrialized World".   2) In reading guide, complete Section 3 questions #1-7.  3) You will be having a test on the Industrial Revolution on Monday, May 9 (b-day).  Click here for study guide.  100 points.

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Purple West Civ: In Unit 8, Section3, study the chart on page 737: "Capitalism vs. Socialism".  Respond to the two "skillbuilder" questions below the chart.

Yellow West Civ: In Unit 8, Section3, study the chart on page 737: "Capitalism vs. Socialism".  Respond to the two "skillbuilder" questions below the chart.

Blue West Civ: 1) Test on Industrial Revolution has been pushed back to Tuesday, 5/10 (c-day).  2) In Unit 8, Section3, study the chart on page 737: "Capitalism vs. Socialism".  Respond to the two "skillbuilder" questions below the chart.

Wednesday, May 4

Pink US I: 1) Read Unit 6, Section 1: "The New Immigrants".  Respond to questions #1-4 on the last page of the reading (pg. 259).  2) Reminder to all judges: Papers are due this Friday, 5/6 (a-day).  3) UPFRONT responses due this Friday, 5/6 (a-day).  4) Note: You will be having a test on "Modern America" (technology, big business, immigration) next Wednesday, 5/11 (d-day).

Green West Civ: 1) Test on Industrial Revolution has been pushed back to Tuesday, 5/10 (c-day).  2) In Unit 8, Section3, study the chart on page 737: "Capitalism vs. Socialism".  Respond to the two "skillbuilder" questions below the chart.

Yellow West Civ: Test on Industrial Revolution has been pushed back to this Monday, 5/9 (b-day).

Green West Civ:  Test on Industrial Revolution has been pushed back to Tuesday, 5/10 (c-day). 

Green West Civ: Start filling out study guide. Test on French Revolution will be held on Friday, 4/15 (e-day).

Purple West Civ: Start filling out study guide. Test on French Revolution will be held on Thursday, 4/14 (d-day).

Blue West Civ: Start filling out study guide. **Test on French Revolution has been pushed back to Thursday, 4/14 (d-day).**

Yellow West Civ: Study for test on the French Revolution on Thursday, 4/14 (d-day).

Purple West Civ: Study for test on the French Revolution on Thursday, 4/14 (d-day).

Pink US I: Respond to the following questions in roughly 2 paragraphs; hard copies; due at the next class: "Given our discussion in  class today, how would the inventions we looked at affect American society?  What psychological effect do you think this would have on Americans? 15 points.

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Blue West Civ: Test on French Revolution tomorrow, Thursday, 4/14 (d-day).** Click here for an UPDATED study guide.

Green West Civ: Test on French Revolution Friday, 4/15 (e-day).** Click here for an UPDATED study guide.

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Purple West Civ,Yellow West Civ, and Blue West Civ:  No homework!  Congrats on completing your French Rev test : )

Pink US I: 1) In digital text, read Unit 5, Section 3: "Big Business and Labor".  2) On page 249, complete questions #1-5.

Friday, April 15

Yellow West Civ: 1) In Unit 8 ("The 19th Century"), read section 1: "Beginnings of Industrialization."  2) In Reading Guide, complete questions #1-8.

Green West Civ:  No homework!  Congrats on completing your French Rev test : )

Pink US I: 1) Read up on Rockefeller's background using the following site: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/rockefellers/peopleevents/p_rock_jsr.html.

Green West Civ: 1) In Unit 8 ("The 19th Century"), read section 1: "Beginnings of Industrialization."  2) In Reading Guide, complete questions #1-8.

Purple West Civ: 1) In Unit 7, read Section 2: "Revolution Brings Reform and Terror".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 2 questions #-1-7.  Hard copies only.

Green West Civ: 1) In Unit 7, read Section 2: "Revolution Brings Reform and Terror".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 2 questions #-1-7.  Hard copies only.

**Note: Your test on the French Revolution will be held on Friday, 4/15 (e-day)**

Pink USI: No homework.  Will be having a quiz on Reconstruction on Monday, 4/4 (50 points). Click here to access study guide.

**Note: Your test on the French Revolution will be held on Thursday, 4/14 (d-day)**

Blue West Civ: A "faction" can be defined as a sub-group within a larger group, usually with differing opinions.  Respond the following questions: 1) What are the general pros and cons of factions?  2) Do factions exist in the US today?  3) What purpose do they serve in the US? 4) What potential danger do they pose to US government or society?  Responses must be completed in complete sentences; hard copies; due at next class.

**Note: Your test on the French Revolution will be held on Wednesday, 4/13 (c-day)**

Purple West Civ: A "faction" can be defined as a sub-group within a larger group, usually with differing opinions.  Respond the following questions: 1) What are the general pros and cons of factions?  2) Do factions exist in the US today?  3) What purpose do they serve in the US? 4) What potential danger do they pose to US government or society?  Responses must be completed in complete sentences; hard copies; due at next class.

**Note: Your test on the French Revolution will be held on Thursday, 4/14 (d-day)**

Pink USI: 1) Read Unit 5, Section 1: Expansion of Industry.  2) On page 233 of text, complete questions #1-4. 

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**Note: Your test on the French Revolution will be held on Friday, 4/15 (e-day)**

Blue West Civ: Read Justification of the Use of Terror and answer questions at top.

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Yellow West Civ: Read Justification of the Use of Terror and answer questions at top.

Pink USI: Read Manifest Destiny and complete corresponding guide questions.

Blue West Civ: No homework. 

Thursday, April 7

Purple West Civ: No homework.

Green West Civ: Read Justification of the Use of Terror and answer questions at top.

Yellow West Civ: According to Robespierre, why are virtue and terror inseparable?  Explain.

Green West Civ: In Unit 7, read Section 3: Napoleon Forges and Empire, and complete corresponding reading guide questions. Click here to access study guide.

Green West Civ: Pick two (2) points from when you were taking notes, and elaborate on them in two paragraphs (one paragraph per point).  Hard copies only.  Due at the next class.

Pink USI: 1) In Unit 4, read section 1: "Reconstruction and its Effects".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 1 questions: Identification #1-11 and Regular questions #1-6.

Purple West Civ: Pick two (2) points from when you were taking notes, and elaborate on them in two paragraphs (one paragraph per point).  Hard copies only.  Due at the next class.

Yellow West Civ: Create your own political cartoon about the relationship between the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd estates using characteristics of political cartoons we talked about in class.  Cartoons can be from any perspective; be creative as you wish! (15 points)

Purple West Civ: Create your own political cartoon about the relationship between the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd estates using characteristics of political cartoons we talked about in class.  Cartoons can be from any perspective; be creative as you wish! (15 points)

Pink USI: 1) Which of the posters was most "emotionally pulling" or disturbing to you?  Explain why in a one-two paragraph response.  Hard copies only, due at the beginning of next class (15 points). 2) In Unit 4, read Section 2: "Segregation and Discrimination".  3) In Reading Guide, complete section 2: ID's #1-7 and questions #1-3.  4) OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT: Complete reading on Johnson's violation of the Tenure of Office Act, and complete corresponding questions in a separate word document.  Hard copies only.  Will count as a potential 20 point assignment.  Due at the latest by Wednesday, March 30 (e-day).

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Green West Civ: Create your own political cartoon about the relationship between the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd estates .  Cartoons can be from any perspective; be creative as you wish! (15 points)

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Yellow West Civ:  1) ***Read Unit 7, Section 1b: "The French Revolution Begins."**2) In Reading Guide, complete questions #1-5 (skip #6).

Pink USI: DuBois vs. Douglass reading (make sure to download this onto your computers before leaving school today).

Blue West Civ: Read Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen and complete the corresponding guide questions.

Wednesday, March 30

Purple West Civ: Read Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen and complete the corresponding guide questions.

Pink USI: No homework.  Will be having a quiz on Reconstruction on Monday, 4/4 (50 points). Click here to access study guide.

Green West Civ: Complete "gossip" chart.

Thursday, March 31

Green West Civ:  1) Read Unit 7, Section 1b: "The French Revolution Begins." 2) In Reading Guide, complete questions #1-5 (skip #6). 3) Read Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen and complete the corresponding guide questions.

Green West Civ: Read and annotate (take notes) on each of the three sections of the reading.  You should paraphrase in your own words each of the three sections in the margins.  Click here to access reading.

Pink USI: Study for test on Civil War tomorrow, Thursday, 3/17 (b-day).

Purple West Civ: Read and annotate (take notes) on each of the three sections of the reading (distributed in class).  You should paraphrase in your own words each of the three sections in the margins. 

Purple West Civ: You will be having a class activity on the Enlightenment on Tuesday of next week, and a quiz on the Enlightenment on Thursday of next week.

Blue West Civ: You will be having a class activity on the Enlightenment on Monday of next week, and a quiz on the Enlightenment on Wednesday of next week.

Pink USI: None.  Have SAFE and FUN time at prom! : )

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Green West Civ: Read the rest of John Locke's "Treatise on Government" and take notes in the margins or in your notebooks on its meaning.

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Yellow West Civ: Prepare for in-class activity. IN PREPARATION FOR IT: re-read Unit 6, Section 1: "Enlightenment in Europe" and look over  reading guide questions #1-7.  Will count as a quiz (50 points).

Purple West Civ: Prepare for in-class activity. IN PREPARATION FOR IT: re-read Unit 6, Section 1: "Enlightenment in Europe" and look over  reading guide questions #1-7.  Will count as a quiz (50 points).

Blue West Civ: Study for Wednesday's quiz on the Enlightenment. (50 points)

Tuesday, March 22

Purple West Civ: Study for quiz on Enlightenment Thursday (50 points).

Yellow West Civ: Study for quiz on Enlightenment Thursday (50 points).

Green West Civ: Prepare for in-class activity next class period. IN PREPARATION FOR IT: re-read Unit 6, Section 1: "Enlightenment in Europe" and look over  reading guide questions #1-7.  Will count as a quiz (50 points).

Wednesday, March 23

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Green West Civ: Study for quiz tomorrow on the Enlightenment (50 points).

Blue West Civ: Study for test on the English Revolution tomorrow, Wednesday, 3/9 (c-day). If you would like to stop by for extra help, I will be available today (Tuesday) after school in the Info Commons and tomorrow (Wednesday) morning in the multi purpose room.

Yellow West Civ: Study for test on the English Revolution.  Test has been moved back to THURSDAY, 3/10 (d-day). If you would like to stop by for extra help, I will be available today (Tuesday) after school in the Info Commons, tomorrow (Wednesday) morning in the multi purpose room, tomorrow (Wednesday) after school in the Info Commons, and Thursday morning in the multi purpose room.

Purple West Civ: Study for test on the English Revolution.  Test has been moved back to THURSDAY, 3/10 (d-day). If you would like to stop by for extra help, I will be available today (Tuesday) after school in the Info Commons, tomorrow (Wednesday) morning in the multi purpose room, tomorrow (Wednesday) after school in the Info Commons, and Thursday morning in the multi purpose room.

Pink USI: 1) Click here to access reading for homework.  Please print this out, annotate it, and bring it with you to the next class.  2)  Using the image we viewed today in class,is the author of the image portraying John Brown in a positive or negative light?  Justify your response.  Print out responses, should be one paragraph long.  3) Test on Civil War has been pushed back to WEDNESDAY, March 16 (a-day).  Please come see me for extra help if needed!

**Tomorrow morning (Thursday) I will be in the Info Commons (NOT the multi-purpose room) if you want to stop by for extra help.**

Blue West Civ: Read Act of Habeas Corpus and complete corresponding guide questions.

Green West Civ: Test on the English Revolution will be held on Friday, 3/11 (f-day).

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Pink USI: Click here for Civil War Test study guide. 1) Read A House Divided speech and complete short answer (given hard copies of reading and response sheet in class).   2) Test on Civil War will be held on Wednesday, March 16 (a-day).  3) Given our ongoing discussion on slavery, thought this article might interest some of you: http://thecnnfreedomproject.blogs.cnn.com/category/the-facts/

Yellow West Civ: 1) Read Act of Habeas Corpus and complete corresponding guide questions.  Click here. 2) Read Unit 6, Section 1: "Enlightenment in Europe".  3) In READING GUIDE, complete section 1 ("The Enlightenment in Europe") questions #1-7.

Blue West Civ: 1) Read Unit 6, Section 1: "Enlightenment in Europe".  2) In READING GUIDE, complete section 1 ("The Enlightenment in Europe") questions #1-7.

Friday, March 11

Blue West Civ:  1) Read and take notes on Treatise on Government.  You are to paraphrase in your own words each of the three sections in the margins.  2) Re-do unit 6, Section 1: "Enlightenment in Europe."  Focus on Locke, Hobbes, and Rousseau. 

Yellow West Civ: Start your English Revolution assignment.  You can start drafting paragraphs 1 and 2. Due on Thursday, 3/3.

Purple West Civ: Start your English Revolution assignment.  You can start drafting paragraphs 1 and 2.  Due on Thursday, 3/3.

Pink USI: 1) Read and annotate William Lloyd Garrison primary document received in class.  2) Make sure to bring the following three primary documents with you to the next class: The Secret Diaries of William Byrd; The [Master] and the Slave; and Evidence Against the Views of Abolitionists.

Blue West Civ: Start your English Revolution assignment.  You can start drafting paragraphs 1 and 2.  Due on Friday, 3/4.  *IF YOU WERE ASSIGNED PARLIAMENT: Please click on revised paragraph descriptions listed above.

Green West Civ: Start your English Revolution assignment.  You can start drafting paragraphs 1 and 2.  Due on Friday, 3/4.  *IF YOU WERE ASSIGNED PARLIAMENT: Please click on revised paragraph descriptions listed above.

Purple West Civ: Work on your English Revolution assignment.  Due tomorrow - Thursday, 3/3.

Pink USI: Work on slavery writing assignment.  Due no later than 2pm this Friday, 3/4 (can be turned in earlier if finished).

Yellow West Civ: Work on your English Revolution assignment.  Due tomorrow - Thursday, 3/3.

Blue West Civ:  1) Work on your English Revolution assignment.  Due on Friday, 3/4. 2) Test on the English Revolution will be on Wednesday, 3/9 (c-day).

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Pink USI: 1) Read "Letter to Jesse W. Fell" and complete corresponding guide questions.  2) Slavery writing assignment.  Due no later than 2pm tomororw, Friday, 3/4 (can be turned in earlier if finished).  3) Test on Civil War will be held on Tuesday, March 15 (e-day).

Yellow West Civ: Start studying for upcoming test on English Revolution on Tuesday, 3/8 (b-day).

Green West Civ: English Revolution assignment due tomorrow, Friday, 3/4.  Your test on the English Revolution will be on Wednesday, 3/9 (c-day).

Friday, March 4

Blue West Civ: Test on the English Revolution will be held on Wednesday, 3/9 (c-day).

Green West Civ: Test on the English Revolution will be held on Wednesday, 3/9 (c-day).

Green West Civ: 1) In Unit 5 ("The English Revolution"), read and answer questions - Primary Source 1:Elizabeth vs. James.  This reading is located in your West Civ text, but can also by accessed by clicking here.  2) Optional assignment (paper re-write) due on VALENTINE'S DAY - Monday, 2/14 (c-day).  Must include both original copy and revised draft.

Pink USI: 1) Read primary document, The Secret Diaries of William Byrd, and answer the corresponding guide questions.  2) There will be quiz next Wednesday on Antebellum America. 50 points.

Purple West Civ: 1) In Unit 5 ("The English Revolution"), read and answer questions - Primary Source 1:Elizabeth vs. James.  This reading is located in your West Civ text, but can also by accessed by clicking here.

Yellow West Civ: Read and take notes on "Enforcing Statues of Apparel".  Come prepared to next class to discuss.

Pink USI: 1) Just re-read William Byrd document, since we did not get to review it today in class.

Purple West Civ: In one paragraph, write a diary entry from an Anglican who is angry with Mary I's reforms.  Explain your reasons for your disapproval of her.  1-2 paragraphs, Hard copies, due at the next class.  10 points.

Green West Civ: 1) Read the Sumptuary Laws (handout distributed today in class). Be prepared to talk about the following points at the next class: a. What is the overall objective of the document?  b. How easy do you think these rules were to enforce?

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Pink USI: 1) Read The [Master] and the Slave; then complete the corresponding guide questions on the 2nd page of the handout. 2) Quiz on Antebellum America has been moved to Thursday, 2/17(a-day).

Yellow West Civ: 1) In digital text, read Unit 5 Section1 ("English Revolution") pages 614 - 615, and look at map on page 616.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1: "Monarchs Defy Parliament, and the English Civil War" questions #1-8.

Blue West Civ: 1) In digital text, read Unit 5 Section1 ("English Revolution") pages 614 - 615, and look at map on page 616.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1: "Monarchs Defy Parliament and the English Civil War" questions #1-8.

Wednesday, February 16

Purple West Civ: 1) In digital text, read Unit 5 Section 1 ("English Revolution") pages 614 - 615, and look at map on page 616.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1: "Monarchs Defy Parliament, and the English Civil War" questions #1-8.

Green West Civ: "Elizabeth I did what was necessary for a woman of her time to not only gain, but also maintain, power."  Given our class discussion today, respond to the above statement in 1-2 paragraphs.  To what extent do you agree with it, and why?  You may use historical examples, as well as examples from society today.  Hard-copies, Times New Roman, size 12 font.  Due at next class.

Yellow West Civ: Current events.  Please click here to download the form.

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Yellow West Civ: Click here to access the reading.  Please answer the question at the bottom of the reading.

GreenWest Civ: 1) In digital text, read Unit 5 Section 1 ("English Revolution") pages 614 - 615, and look at map on page 616.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1: "Monarchs Defy Parliament, and the English Civil War" questions #1-8. **If you will not be here tomorrow in class, you must email me your answers to the questions by tomorrow (Friday).**

Pink USI: 1) Read "Evidence Against the Views of Abolitionists..." and complete corresponding guide questions. 2) In Unit 3 ("Reform and Civil War"), read section 5: "Abolitionism".  Please print out a hard copy of this reading so you can take extensive notes on the actual document.

Purple West Civ: Click here to access the reading.  Please answer the question at the bottom of the reading.

Green West Civ: Click here to access the reading.  Please answer the question at the bottom of the reading.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Read primary document and answer guide questions. 2) Note: you will be having a short quiz on the Reformation on Tuesday, 2/8 (e-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) Read primary document and answer guide questions. To access reading, click here. PLEASE PRINT OUT A HARD COPY FOR CLASS. 2) Note: you will be having a short quiz on the Reformation on Tuesday, 2/8 (e-day).

Pink USI: 1) Click here to access reading for homework.  I advise you to print out a hard copy so you can take notes in the margins, and so you can have a copy for your US I folder. 2) Please make sure to review your notes before coming to next class.

Green West Civ: 1) Read primary document and answer guide questions. To access reading, click here. 2) Note: you will be having a short quiz on the Reformation on Wednesday, 2/9 (f-day). 3)**EXTRA CREDIT opportunity**: Turn in a revised copy of your Renaissance paper, making all changes and suggestions, and receive an additional 2 points added to your original Renaissance paper grade.  For example, an 85% becomes an 87%.  Due on Thursday, 2/10 (a-day).

Pink USI: Campaign poster for election of 1828! JQA or Andrew Jackson.  Must be a hard copy, and preferably hand drawn (15 points).

Yellow West Civ: Study for quiz on Reformation tomorrow (50 points).

Blue West Civ:Study for quiz on Reformation on Wednesday, 2/9 (f-day). (50 points).

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Purple West Civ: Study for quiz on the Reformation on Thursday, 2/10 (a-day) (50 points).

Green West Civ: Quiz has been  moved to Thursday, 2/10 (a-day).  (50 points).

Yellow West Civ: In Unit 5 ("The English Revolution"), read Primary Source 1:Elizabeth vs. James.  This reading is located in your West Civ text, but can also by accessed by clicking here. 

Green West Civ: 1) Study for quiz tomorrow of the Reformation.  50 points.  2) Optional assignment (paper re-write) due on VALENTINE'S DAY - Monday, 2/14 (c-day).  Must include both original copy and revised draft.

   Assignment

Yellow West Civ: 1) In Unit 4, read section 1: "Luther Leads the Reformation".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 1, #1-9.

Purple West Civ: 1) In Unit 4, read section 1: "Luther Leads the Reformation".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 1, #1-9.

Pink USI: In Unit 3, read section 1: "The Constitution and Slavery".  Complete questions #1-4 (listed at the top).

Yellow West Civ: In Unit 4, complete Reading 1: "Luther Profile" and answer questions #1-5 (located at the top of the reading).  **Please answer these questions on a separate piece of paper (either handwritten or typed) and bring this with you to the next class.**

Blue West Civ: In Unit 4, complete Reading 1: "Luther Profile" and answer questions #1-5 (located at the top of the reading).  **Please answer these questions on a separate piece of paper (either handwritten or typed) and bring this with you to the next class.**

Pink USI: 1) **If you could not access the reading from last week, please make sure to re-read it and complete the questions at the top.  The reading can be accessed by clicking here.** 2) In Unit 3, read Section 3: "The Culture and the Economy of the South".  The reading can be accessed from the textbook downloaded onto your computers, OR by clicking here.

Green West Civ: In Unit 4, complete Reading 1: "Luther Profile" and answer questions #1-5 (located at the top of the reading).  **Please answer these questions on a separate piece of paper (either handwritten or typed) and bring this with you to the next class.**

Yellow West Civ: 1) In Unit 4, read section 2: "The Reformation Continues".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 3, "The Reformation Continues," questions #1-6.

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   Assignment

Green West Civ: 1) Read excerpts from The Courtier (received in class) and complete corresponding guide questions; 2) Read Was there a Renaissance for Women? (received in class) and complete chart on page two of reading.  3) Please come to class prepared with any additional questions for the midterm.

Pink USI: Read Farewell Address and respond to the following question: In your opinion, how well does Washington support his case for the United States to avoid factionalism?  Use specific examples and direct textual support in your response.

Purple West Civ: Organize notes for midterm.  Optional revised papers due by this Thursday (1/13).

Yellow West Civ: Come prepared with questions for next class.

Blue West Civ: Study for midterm.

Pink USI: Click here for REVISED USI Study Guide!!!!!!! Come into class with questions for the mid-term.

Study guides: USI and West Civ.  West Civ'ers: Please note that your exam will also include our discussion of a Renaissance for women, and the ideal "Renaissance man".

   Assignment

Purple West Civ: Read excerpts from The Courtier and complete corresponding guide questions.

Pink USI: The Constitution and Judiciary Act of 1789 reading and complete corresponding guide questions.

Blue West Civ: Presentations will resume at the next class.

Green West Civ: Presentations will resume at the next class.

2) In Unit 3 ("Reform and Civil War"), read Section 3, "The Culture and the Economy of the South."

Purple West Civ: No homework!

Green West Civ: Presentations will resume at the next class.

   Assignment

A

Green West Civ: 1) Read Unit 3, Section 1: "Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Unit 3, Section 1 (Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance) questions #1-7.

Pink US I: Bill of Rights worksheet.

Purple West Civ: Start working on project.  Presentation will begin Wednesday, 12/16 (a-day).

Yellow West Civ: Start working on projects.  To access which artist you have been assigned, please click here.  Presentations will begin Wednesday (Date: 12/15 - E-day) Reminder: PowerPoints must be emailed to me by 8pm on Tuesday, 12/14.

Purple West Civ: Start working on project.  Presentation will begin Wednesday (Date: 12/15 E-day).  Reminder: PowerPoints must be emailed to me by 8pm on Tuesday, 12/14.

Pink US I: Pick an Amendment (#1-10) and find a current events article from the US that relates to your Amendment.  Write a 1-2 paragraph summary of your article and how the article's content directly involves the Amendment you selected.  This should be a hard copy.  Please attach a hard-copy to your paper as well.  Some students will be selected to present their article at the next class.  Quiz on the Bill of Rights will be held Wednesday, 12/15 (e-day). 

Green West Civ: Work on projects.  Due on Tuesday, January 4 (c-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) PowerPoint Presentations must be emailed to me by no later than 8pm tonight. Note: I will always confirm an email I get from you; If I have not emailed you back to confirm by 8pm tonight, you must re-send the email. 2) Presentation will start TOMORROW (Wednesday, 12/15).  3) Papers are now due on Thursday, 12/16.

Yellow West Civ: 1) PowerPoint Presentations must be emailed to me by no later than 8pm tonight. Note: I will always confirm an email I get from you; If I have not emailed you back to confirm by 8pm tonight, you must re-send the email.  2) Presentation will start TOMORROW (Wednesday, 12/15).  3) Papers are now due on Thursday, 12/16.

Blue West Civ: Work on projects.  Due Monday, January 3 (b-day).   Friday in class I will be giving you the period to work on your projects.  I will also be available to look over your thesis, outline, rough draft, etc. during this time, so it is to your benefit to work on your research and arguments tonight and tomorrow night.

Pink US I: Study for quiz on the Bill of Rights tomorrow, Wednesday, 12/15. 

Pink US I: Click on the following link to access tonight's reading : http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/georgewashington.  Please come to class tomorrow prepared to discuss the reading.

Purple West Civ: Paper due tomorrow at the beginning of class.  Please make sure to attach your works cited.  Also, come prepared with a digital copy available on your computers.

Yellow West Civ: Paper due tomorrow.  Please make sure to attach your works cited. Also, come prepared with a digital copy available on your computers.

Green West Civ: Work on projects.  Due on Tuesday, January 4 (c-day).  Friday in class I will be giving you the period to work on your projects.  I will also be available to look over your thesis, outline, rough draft, etc. during this time, so it is to your benefit to work on your research and arguments tonight and tomorrow night.

Purple West Civ: Must turn paper into www.turnitin.com by the end of the school day.  Class ID #:3699427.

Pink US I: No homework!  Have a wonderful break : )

Green West Civ: Work on projects.

*Study Guides for Mid-Terms*: Click here for US I Study Guide;  Click here for West Civ Study Guide.

Yellow West Civ: NO HOMEWORK! : )

Purple West Civ: NO HOMEWORK! : )

Green West Civ: Work on projects.  Due on Tuesday, January 4 (c-day).  You must email me your PowerPoint presentation no later than 8pm on Monday, January 3.  Hard copy of paper due at the beginning of class.  Please make sure to have a digital copy with you as well.

Blue West Civ: Work on projects.  Due on Monday, January 3 (b-day).  You must email me your PowerPoint presentation no later than 8pm on Sunday, January 2.  Hard copy of paper due at the beginning of class.  Please make sure to have a digital copy with you as well.

   Assignment

A

Green West Civ: Study for test on Age of Exploration on Tuesday, 12/7 (e-day).

Pink US I: Click on the following website to access the reading for homework: http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/documents/documents_p2.cfm?doc=311

Purple West Civ: Study for test on Age of Exploration tomorrow, 12/2 (b-day).

Yellow West Civ: No homework.

Purple West Civ: No homework.

Pink US I: Read Federalist Papers 10 and 51 and complete corresponding guide questions.

Blue West Civ: No homework.

Green West Civ: Study for test on Age of Exploration on Tuesday, 12/7 (e-day).

Pink US I: Study for test on Constitution tomorrow, 12/7 (e-day).  Click here to access study guide.  I will be available tomorrow morning in the multi-purpose room for extra help starting at 7:10am.

Purple West Civ: 1) Read Unit 3, Section 1: "Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Unit 3, Section 1 (Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance) questions #1-7.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Read Unit 3, Section 1: "Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Unit 3, Section 1 (Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance) questions #1-7.

Blue West Civ: 1) Read Unit 3, Section 1: "Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Unit 3, Section 1 (Italy: Birthplace of the Renaissance) questions #1-7.

Pink US I:No homework - congrats on being done with your test!

Purple West Civ: Respond to the following two points: 1) Put yourself in the position of a medieval European.  Why would you have believed this great tragedy occurred?  2) How, specifically, do you think the Black Death would have affected European society? 

Answers can be completed in your notebooks.  Everyone in the class will be able to complete this, even if you missed class today.

   Assignment

                F    (not A)

Green West Civ:  In your digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 2c: "Legacy of Columbus".  Complete the document based questions #1-4 (located on the bottom right hand corner of the reading).

Yellow West Civ:  1) In your digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 2a: "Spain Builds an American Empire" AND Section 2b: "European Nations Settle North America."  2) In Reading Guide, answer section 2a. and 2b. questions #1-7.

Purple West Civ:  1) In your digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 2a: "Spain Builds an American Empire" AND Section 2b: "European Nations Settle North America."  2) In Reading Guide, answer section 2a. and 2b. questions #1-7.

Pink US I: Read and annotate Article II of the Constitution.

Green West Civ: 1) In your digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 2a: "Spain Builds an American Empire" AND Section 2b: "European Nations Settle North America."  2) In Reading Guide, answer section 2a. and 2b. questions #1-7. 3) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Friday, 12/3 (c-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Thursday, 12/2 (b-day).  2) In the digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 5: "Atlantic Slave Trade".  3) In Reading Guide, complete Section 5 ("The Atlantic Slave Trade") questions #1-7. 

Pink US I: Changed my mind - no homework for the long weekend : )

Yellow West Civ: 1) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Thursday, 12/2 (b-day).  2) In the digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 5: "Atlantic Slave Trade".  3) In Reading Guide, complete Section 5 ("The Atlantic Slave Trade") questions #1-7.

Blue West Civ: you are all caught up - no homework : ) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Friday, 12/3 (c-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Thursday, 12/2 (b-day).  2) In the digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 6: "Columbian Exchange".  3) In Reading Guide, complete Section 6 ("Columbian Exchange") questions #1-9.

Green West Civ: 1) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Friday, 12/3 (c-day).  2) In the digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 5: "Atlantic Slave Trade".  3) In Reading Guide, complete Section 5 ("The Atlantic Slave Trade") questions #1-7.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Thursday, 12/2 (b-day).  2) In the digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 6: "Columbian Exchange".  3) In Reading Guide, complete Section 6 ("Columbian Exchange") questions #1-9.

Blue West Civ: 1) Test on Age of Exploration scheduled for Friday, 12/3 (c-day).  2) In the digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 6: "Columbian Exchange".  3) In Reading Guide, complete Section 6 ("Columbian Exchange") questions #1-9.

   Assignment

    A       

Purple West Civ: Study for test tomorrow.

Pink US I: Prepare for in-class activity.  1-2 paragraph summary of arguments due TOMORROW.

Purple West Civ: 1) In Unit 2, read Section 1: "Europeans Explore the East".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1 questions, #1-7.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

Yellow West Civ: 1) In Unit 2, read Section 1: "Europeans Explore the East".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1 questions, #1-7.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

Pink US I: Read "The Three-Fifth Compromise" and answer corresponding guide questions.

Green West Civ: 1) In Unit 2, read Section 1: "Europeans Explore the East".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1 questions, #1-7.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

Blue West Civ: 1) In Unit 2, read Section 1: "Europeans Explore the East".  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1 questions, #1-7.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

Yellow West Civ: Create a fictional explorer from a European nation.  Examine your motives to explore.  Which do you value the most?  Which do you value the least? Explain.  Assignment is to be handed in at the start of next class as a hard copy, size 12 New Times Roman paper.

Pink US I: Print out a hard-copy of the Constitution (located in the digital textbook).  Please bring this with you to the next class meeting tomorrow.

Blue West Civ: Create a fictional explorer from a European nation.  Examine your motives to explore.  Which do you value the most?  Which do you value the least? Explain.  Assignment is to be handed in at the start of next class as a hard copy, size 12 New Times Roman paper.

Pink US I: Classwork:  In class, follow these instructions:   a) Using your own, trusty Constitution, split into small groups (same small groups that discussed the Declaration of Independence).  b) 1st read the Preamble (pg.84) quietly to yourselves, then discuss its purpose at the time this document was written, and the function it serves in American culture today.  c) Read and carefully annotate all 10 sections of Article I of the Constitution.  (In the margins, interpret what you think each point means).  You can work quietly in your small groups to discuss your interpretations.

                  Homework: Click here to access questions.

(not F day)

Green West Civ: Create a fictional explorer from a European nation.  Examine your motives to explore.  Which do you value the most?  Which do you value the least? Explain.  Assignment is to be handed in at the start of next class as a hard copy, size 12 New Times Roman paper.

Pink US I: 1) Click here to access the notes which correspond to worksheet received in class.  2) Based on our discussion today and the notes you just clicked on, respond to the hypothetical situations.  3) If you have not already done so, make sure to read and annotate Article I of the Constitution before our next class meeting on Friday.

Purple West Civ:  In your digital textbook, read Unit 2, Section 2c: "Legacy of Columbus".  Complete the document based questions #1-4 (located on the bottom right hand corner of the reading).

   Assignment

    A       

Pink US I: 1) Articles of Confederation sheet.  2) Click here for UpFront instructions.  Due on Monday, 11/8 (e-day).

Green West Civ: Magna Carta document & questions.  Reminder: Your class's test on European monarchs is scheduled for next Wednesday, 11/10 (a-day).

Purple West Civ: Magna Carta document & questions.  Reminder: Your class's test on European monarchs is scheduled for next Wednesday, 11/10 (a-day).

Blue West Civ:  1) In Unit 1, read section 7: "Problems of the Late Middle Ages" and complete guide questions for section 7 (#1-7).

Purple West Civ:  1) In Unit 1, read section 7: "Problems of the Late Middle Ages" and complete guide questions for section 7 (#1-7).

Pink US I: 1) Read article on the Articles of Confederation.  To access reading, click here.  2) Click here for UpFront instructions.  Due on Monday, 11/8 (e-day).

Green West Civ:  1) In Unit 1, read section 7: "Problems of the Late Middle Ages" and complete guide questions for section 7 (#1-7).

Purple West Civ: 1) **NEW TEST DATE**: Thursday, 11/11 (b-day).  2) Respond to the following questions (can be in your notebooks) - a) Under what conditions did "absolute monarchy" emerge?  b) How did it expand?  c) What factors led to its decline?  d) Does this concept still exist today in politics?

Pink US I: Click here to access assignment.

Yellow West Civ:  1) **NEW TEST DATE**: Thursday, 11/11 (b-day).  2) Respond to the following questions (can be in your notebooks) - a) Under what conditions did "absolute monarchy" emerge?  b) How did it expand?  c) What factors led to its decline?  d) Does this concept still exist today in politics?

Blue West Civ:  1) **NEW TEST DATE**: FRIDAY, 11/12 (c-day).  2) Respond to the following questions (can be in your notebooks) - a) Under what conditions did "absolute monarchy" emerge?  b) How did it expand?  c) What factors led to its decline?  d) Does this concept still exist today in politics?

Purple West Civ: Study for test on Thursday, 11/11 (b-day).  Organize your notes.

Green West Civ: Study for test on Wednesday, 11/10 (a-day).  Organize your notes.

Yellow West Civ: Study for test on Thursday, 11/11 (b-day).  Organize your notes.

Green West Civ: Study for test tomorrow - Wednesday, 11/10 (a-day).  I will be available before school tomorrow in the multi-purpose room if you have any last minute questions.

   Assignment

    A       

Green West Civ: Thomas Beckett reading and guide questions.

Purple West Civ: Thomas Beckett reading and guide questions.

Pink US I: No homework.

Yellow West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, read the remainder of Section 6: "Growth of Royal Power".  2) In Reading Guide, finish section 6 questions (#7-8).

Purple West Civ:1) In Unit 1, read the remainder of Section 6: "Growth of Royal Power".  2) In Reading Guide, finish section 6 questions (#7-8).

Pink US I: 1) In Unit 2, read section 1: "Confederation and Constitution".  2) In Reading Guide, complete section 1 terms #1-10 and questions #1-7.

Blue West Civ:1) In Unit 1, read the remainder of Section 6: "Growth of Royal Power".  2) In Reading Guide, finish section 6 questions (#7-8).

Purple,Yellow and Blue West Civ: There is no homework tonight (!)

Pink US I: Finish reading and annotating Declaration of Independence.  Activity scheduled for beginning of next class.

Green West Civ: There is no homework tonight (!)

Purple West Civ: 1) In class, you were assigned to research either the Scopes Trial or the 2005 Supreme Court Case.  Your assignment is to address whether or not your case violates the notion of "separation of church of state".  Remember to use evidence from the 1st Amendment to support your argument(s).  This can be written in your notebooks. 2) Your class's test on European monarchs is scheduled for Wednesday, 11/10 (a-day).

Yellow West Civ: Click on the following link and read the article: http://www.nytimes.com/2005/06/28/opinion/28tue1.html.  Respond to the following questions: a) What are the events which led to this 2005 Supreme Court Case?  2) In your opinion, are these two situations examples of violation of "separation of church and state"?  Why or why not?  3) Your class's test on European monarchs is scheduled for Wednesday, 11/10 (a-day).

Green West Civ: 1) Click here to access the reading.  2) Respond to the following question: Do you believe this case is an example of violating the idea of "separation of church and state"?  Why or why not?  3) Your class's test on European monarchs is scheduled for Wednesday, 11/10 (a-day).

   Assignment

    A       

Yellow West Civ: 1) Unit 1, read section 6: “Growth of Royal Power” (STOP at “King John and Magna Carta”).  2) In Reading Guide, answer only questions #1-6 (do not complete #7-8).

Green West Civ: 1) Unit 1, read section 6: “Growth of Royal Power” (STOP at “King John and Magna Carta”).  2) In Reading Guide, answer only questions #1-6 (do ot complete #7-8).

Purple West Civ: Study for test on Middle Ages tomorrow (Friday, 10/15 - b-day).

Blue West Civ: 1) Unit 1, read section 6: “Growth of Royal Power” (STOP at “King John and Magna Carta”).  2) In Reading Guide, answer only questions #1-6 (do not complete #7-8).

Pink US I: 1) Complete reading ("How were colonists able to win indepdencene?") and complete corresponding guide questions. 2) Test has been moved to Friday, 10/22 (a-day).  Click here to access the study guide.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Complete reading received in class ("Domesday Book") and answer questions.

Green West Civ: 1) Complete reading received in class ("Domesday Book") and answer questions.

Purple West Civ: 1) Complete reading received in class ("Domesday Book") and answer questions.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Do you think the laws of any society should be universal?  Why or why not? (Be prepared to defend both sides)

Pink US I: **You should be studying for your test on the American Revolution, which is being held on Friday, 10/22 (a-day).  Click here to access the study guide.  If you are unsure about a topic, or simply wish to review, please come see me for extra help in the morning in the multi-purpose room (Wednesday - Friday I will be available for extra help from 7:10 am until homeroom).**

Purple West Civ: List the pros and cons of King William I's political changes.

Green West Civ: List the pros and cons of King William I's political changes.

Yellow West Civ:List the pros and cons of King William I's political changes.

Pink US I: **STUDY STUDY STUDY! Test on Friday, 10/22 (a-day).  Click here to access the UPDATED study guide (includes Treaty of Paris). If you are unsure about a topic, or simply wish to review, please come see me for extra help in the morning in the multi-purpose room from 7:10 am until homeroom.**

Blue West Civ:List the pros and cons of King William I's political changes.

Green West Civ: 1) Do you think the laws of any society should be universal?  Why or why not? (Be prepared to defend both sides)

   Assignment

    A       

Green West Civ: 1) In digital textbook, read "Islam Expands" and answer corresponding questions in Reading Guide.  2) Test scheduled for Thursday, 10/14 (a-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) In digital textbook, read "Islam Expands" and answer corresponding questions in Reading Guide.  2) Test scheduled for Friday, 10/15 (b-day).

Pink US I: Read "Letters from a Pennsylvania Farmer" and answer corresponding guide questions.  2) Please note: Your test on the American Revolution is scheduled for Tuesday, 10/19 (d-day).

Blue West Civ: 1) In digital textbook, read "Islam Expands" and answer corresponding questions in Reading Guide.  2) Test scheduled for Friday, 10/15 (b-day).

Yellow West Civ: 1) In digital textbook, read "The Crusades" and answer corresponding questions in Reading Guide.  2) Test scheduled for Thursday, 10/14 (a-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) In digital textbook, read "The Crusades" and answer corresponding questions in Reading Guide.  2) Test scheduled for Friday, 10/15 (b-day).

Pink US I:  1) Click here to access assignment.  2) Reminder: Essay on the American Revolution due next Thursday, 10/14 (a-day). 100 points.  3) Test on the American Revolution will be held on Tuesday, 10/19 (d-day).  100 points.

Blue West Civ: 1) In digital textbook, read "The Crusades" and answer corresponding questions in Reading Guide.  2) Test scheduled for Friday, 10/15 (b-day).

Green West Civ: 1) In digital textbook, read "The Crusades" and answer corresponding questions in Reading Guide.  2) Test scheduled for Thursday, 10/14 (a-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) Cruades "compare and contrast" sheet.  2) Test scheduled for Friday, 10/15 (b-day).

Yellow West Civ: 1) Crusades "compare and contrast" sheet.  2) Test scheduled for Thursday, 10/14 (a-day).

Blue West Civ: 1) Crusades "compare and contrast" sheet.  2) Test scheduled for Friday, 10/15 (b-day).

Pink US I:  1) In Unit 1, read section 4: "War for Independence".  2) Reminder: Essay on the American Revolution due next Thursday, 10/14 (a-day). 100 points.  3) Test on the American Revolution will be held on Tuesday, 10/19 (d-day).  100 points.

Blue West Civ: Study for test on Middle Ages this Friday (10/15, b-day).  100 points. 

Green West Civ: Study for test on Middle Ages this Thursday (10/14, a-day). 100 points.

   Assignment

    A       

Pink US I: Organize your notes taken in class so far.  Start thinking about your essay thesis.

Blue West Civ: Click here for assignment.  Due at the beginning of next class.

Yellow West Civ and Purple West Civ:  Re-read section of textbook on High Middle Ages (previous read).

Pink US I: Respond to the following questions: a) How do search warrants function to protect the individual rights of a citizen?  b) Did Great Britain overstep its boundaries as "mother country" by issuing the Writs of Assistance? (answers to questions can be completed in your notebook).  Reminder: It is to your advantage to make an appointment at the writing center sooner rather than later to ensure you have reserved a slot.

                                        2. Optional Assignment: Click here. 

Green West Civ: Re-read section of textbook on High Middle Ages (previously read).

Purple West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 2:Rebirth of City Life.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 2 questions #1-7.  PLEASE NOTE: You will need a hard copy for the next class.  3) Optional Assignment: Click here.  Will be due Thursday, 10/7 (d-day).

Blue West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 2:Rebirth of City Life.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 2 questions #1-7.  PLEASE NOTE: You will need a hard copy for the next class. 3) Optional Assignment: Click here. Will be due Thursday, 10/7 (d-day).

Yellow West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 2:Rebirth of City Life.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 2 questions #1-7.  PLEASE NOTE: You will need a hard copy for the next class.  3) Optional Assignment: Click here. Will be due Thursday, 10/7 (d-day).

Green West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 2:Rebirth of City Life.  2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 2 questions #1-7.  PLEASE NOTE: You will need a hard copy for the next class. MAKE SURE TO BRING A HARD COPY! 3) Optional Assignment: Click here. Will be due Thursday, 10/7 (d-day).

Purple West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 3: "The Rise of Islam".  2) In Reading Guide (note: this is not the questions listed at the beginning of the reading), complete Section 3 ("The Rise of Islam"), Questions #1-5.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

Yellow West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 3: "The Rise of Islam".  2) In Reading Guide (note: this is not the questions listed at the beginning of the reading), complete Section 3 ("The Rise of Islam"), Questions #1-5.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

Pink USI: 1) Read primary document received in class and complete corresponding guide questions.

Green West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 3: "The Rise of Islam".  2) In Reading Guide (note: this is not the questions listed at the beginning of the reading), complete Section 3 ("The Rise of Islam"), Questions #1-5.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

Blue West Civ: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 3: "The Rise of Islam".  2) In Reading Guide (note: this is not the questions listed at the beginning of the reading), complete Section 3 ("The Rise of Islam"), Questions #1-5.  Can be completed in your notebooks.

   Assignment

    A       

Purple West Civ: Study for Quiz tomorrow (Friday, 9/17) on Ancient Greece & Rome (50 points).

Green West Civ: Study for Quiz Monday (9/20) on Ancient Greece & Rome (50 points).

Pink USI: Finish annotating John Locke primary document.  In a few sentences, predict how colonists may use Locke's concepts to eventually justify revolution.  Make sure to talk about at least two (2) concepts Locke touches upon in your response.

Blue West Civ:Study for Quiz Monday (9/20) on Ancient Greece & Rome (50 points).

Yellow West Civ: 1) Read Unit 1, Section 1: "Revival in the High Middle Ages".

                                             2) Complete questions #1-6 at the beginning of the reading. 

Purple West Civ: 1) Read Unit 1, Section 1: "Revival in the High Middle Ages".    

                                              2) Complete questions #1-6 at the beginning of the reading. 

Pink USI: Study for quiz on Colonial America on Tuesday, 9/21 (d-day).

Blue West Civ: 1) Read Unit 1, Section 1: "Revival in the High Middle Ages".

                                       2) Complete questions #1-6 at the beginning of the reading. 

Green West Civ: 1) Read Unit 1, Section 1: "Revival in the High Middle Ages".

                                            2) Complete questions #1-6 at the beginning of the reading. 

Purple West Civ: Write 2 pros and 2 cons for both having a highly centralized government, and having a de-centralized government.  Use specific examples. (note: this can be hand written in your notebooks).

Yellow West Civ: Write 2 pros and 2 cons for both having a highly centralized government, and having a de-centralized government.  Use specific examples. (note: this can be hand written in your notebooks)

Blue West Civ: Write 2 pros and 2 cons for both having a highly centralized government, and having a de-centralized government.  Use specific examples. (note: this can be hand written in your notebooks)

Pink USI: 1) Click here for assignment.  Due at the beginning of next class.  Row #1 will be discussing their articles at the start of tomorrow's class.

                          2) Due date for essay: Thursday, 10/14 (A-day).  Must turn in hard copy at the beginning of class.  Please make sure to schedule an appointment with the writing center well in advance.

Pink USI: 1) Read and annotate the primary document you received in class.  Respond in your notebooks to the following two questions: a. How are Native Americans portrayed?  Find specific examples, and b. How would circulation of this journal affect colonists' perceptions of Native Americans?

                         2) Due date for essay: Thursday, 10/14 (A-day).  Must turn in hard copy at the beginning of class.  Please make sure to schedule an appointment with the writing center well in advance.

Purple West Civ: Compare and contrast Charlemagne's government structure with the structure of a feudal society.  (Can be completed in your notebooks).            

Yellow West Civ: ** PLEASE NOTE: this was not on the website as of yesterday (9/22), so please make sure to compete by next class meeting!**: Compare and contrast Charlemagne's government structure with the structure of a feudal society.  (Can be completed in your notebooks).                                

Blue West Civ: Compare and contrast Charlemagne's government structure with the structure of a feudal society.  (Can be completed in your notebooks).     

Green West Civ: Compare and contrast Charlemagne's government structure with the structure of a feudal society.  (Can be completed in your notebooks).

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***Attention all classes (West Civ & USI):***

 My teacher folder is back up and running - you must download the digital texts onto your computers at some point during the day tomorrow.  West Civ: Copy and paste folder titled, "West Civ TEXT 2010".  USI: Copy and paste folder titled, "USI Student Text" (located in "USI" folder).

All West CivClasses: No homework

Pink USI: 1) Read and annotate thoroughly "A City Upon a Hill".  Respond to the following questions:

                            a. What specific values does Winthrop promote? 

                            b. How do you think these values will help shape this "new world"?

***Attention all classes : Summer reading is due today.***

Blue West Civ: No homework

Yellow West Civ: Complete this homework assignment (follow hyperlink to access assignment).

Purple West Civ:Complete this homework assignment (follow hyperlink to access assignment).

Pink USI: 1) In Unit 1, Read Section 1: "Early British Colonies".

                           2) In Reading Guide, complete Section 1 (both word identifications #1-6, and questions #1-5).

Blue West Civ: Complete this homework assignment (follow hyperlink to access assignment).

Green West Civ: Complete this homework assignment (follow hyperlink to access assignment).

Pink USI: 1) Read and annotate "Navigation Acts" primary document you received in class.

                           2) In Unit 1, read Section 2, "Colonies Come of Age".

                          3) In Reading Guide, complete Section 2 questions #1-3 (do not complete word identifications at  beginning).

Purple West Civ: 1) Go to http://www.catholic.com/library/Just_War_Doctrine_1.asp

                                              2) Respond to the following two questions:

                                                          a. How is the Catholic Church's "Just War Theory" similar to Rome's?  How is it                                                           different?

                                                          b. Which "Just War Theory" do you think is more effective and why?

                                              3) Note: You will be having a quiz this Friday, 9/17 (b-day) on Ancient Greece & Rome. 50 points.

                                              2) Respond to the following two questions:

                                                          a. How is the Catholic Church's "Just War Theory" similar to Rome's?  How is it                                                           different?

                                                          b. Which "Just War Theory" do you think is more effective and why?

                                               3) Note: You will be having a quiz this Friday, 9/17 (b-day) on Ancient Greece & Rome. 50 points.

Blue West Civ: 1) Go to http://www.catholic.com/library/Just_War_Doctrine_1.asp

                                        2) Respond to the following two questions:

                                                          a. How is the Catholic Church's "Just War Theory" similar to Rome's?  How is it                                                           different?

                                                          b. Which "Just War Theory" do you think is more effective and why?

                                       3) Note: You will be having a quiz on Monday, 9/20 (c-day). 50 points.

Pink USI: 1) Click here for homework assignment.

                            2) Note: quiz on colonial era will be on Tuesday, 9/21 (d-day). 50 points.

Purple West Civ: 1) Work on cases.  Due: hard copy of 1-2 paragraph argument.

                                              2) Reminder: You will be having a quiz this Friday, 9/17 (b-day) on Ancient Greece & Rome.

Green West Civ: 1) Go to http://www.catholic.com/library/Just_War_Doctrine_1.asp

                                              2) Respond to the following two questions:

                                                          a. How is the Catholic Church's "Just War Theory" similar to Rome's?  How is it                                                           different?

                                                          b. Which "Just War Theory" do you think is more effective and why?

                                              3) Note: You will be having a quiz Monday, 9/20 (c-day) on Ancient Greece & Rome. 50 points.

Yellow West Civ: 1) Work on cases.  Due: hard copy of 1-2 paragraph argument.

                                              2) Reminder: You will be having a quiz this Friday, 9/17 (b-day) on Ancient Greece & Rome.

Blue West Civ: 1) Work on cases.  Due: hard copy of 1-2 paragraph argument.

                                        2) Reminder: You will be having a quiz Monday, 9/20 (c-day) on Ancient Greece & Rome.

Green West Civ: 1) Work on cases.  Due: hard copy of 1-2 paragraph argument.

                                            2) Reminder: You will be having a quiz Monday, 9/20 (c-day) on Ancient Greece & Rome.