Author Archives: Erin Connors

Welcome back! 1.) Bell Work:– In your own words write a brief description of what is going on in the political cartoon shown. 2-3 sentences– Examine the political cartoon. What can we infer was the artist’s motive in labeling the … Continue reading →

We will finish watching Cinderella Man (2005) about the Great Depression. Students will earn 10 points each day for actively watching the video. The worksheet with questions about the video will be due Tuesday, 12-17-19.

1.) No Bell Work. 2.) We will continue to watch Cinderella Man (2005) about the Great Depression. Students will earn 10 points each day for actively watching the video. The worksheet with questions about the video will be due Tuesday, … Continue reading →

1.) No Bell Work. 2.) We will watch Cinderella Man (2005) about the Great Depression. Students will earn 10 points each day for actively watching the video. The worksheet with questions about the video will be due Tuesday, 12-17-19.

Chapter 14 TEST on the Great Depression!

1.) Bell Work:How did Americans feel about Hoover?Why did they feel that way? Explain. 2.) Review Study Guide for TOMORROW’s TEST!

1.) Bell Work:Describe what the Great Depression was like in rural areas and then in cities. Be prepared to share out. 2.) Notes on Hoover’s Presidency.

1.) Bell Work: Answer the geography questions on p. 474 about the Dust Bowl. What was the Dust Bowl? 2.) Worked on Section 1 and 2 worksheet. See Mrs. Connors for a copy.

1.) Bell Work:What cause did you focus on in your microargument?What reliable sources did you find while doing research?Share out to help a classmate! 2.) Complete your microargument. It is due at the end of class!

1.) Bell Work:How did the economic trends of the 1920s help cause the Great Depression?Think about… What happened with industry, farmers, and consumers? 2.) Begin research on your microargument and start crafting your writing.Create a one paragraph microargument answering the … Continue reading →