U.S History
Bellwork-
- Based on the elements contained in the political cartoon what issue is Henry Stimson and “John Q. Public” asking the President to resolve?
- Based on what we’ve learned regarding political propaganda what purpose might the signs being held by Henry Stimson and “John Q. Public” have in guiding Truman’s interaction with the media?
- What is your opinion of the way in which this cartoon is using political propaganda to shape the American peoples view of the U.S.’s decision to drop the atomic bombs? Is it a smart use of the media or something that could be considered morally reprehensible?
Instruction-
- Lecture on Chapter Seventeen, Section One: The U.S. Preparation for War
- Have students complete a thinking map on how the United States had to prepare for World War II
- Exit Ticket: How did government regulations impact civilians in the United States?
Document-
Chapter 17-Section 1-Mobilizing for Defense-2018
Government:
Bellwork-
- What is the philosophical issue the country is struggling with in the first paragraph of this excerpt?
- Based on the excerpt from The Antifederalist Papers, identify one argument used by Antifederalists to oppose ratifying the Constitution?
- Based on the excerpt from yesterday’s bell work supporting the idea of ratification and the excerpt from today opposing it, what choice would you have made if you were to cast your vote regarding the need for a new Constitution? *Please explain what led you to your decision
Instruction-
- Students got back into their groups to finish the Six Basic Principles of the Constitution Chart
- Lecture on Chapter Three, Section Two: Formal Amendments
- Students complete the Create Your Own Amendment Worksheet
- Exit Ticket: Which amendment do you believe is the most important and why?
Chapter 3-Section 2-Formal Amendments-2018
Create Your Own Amendment & Six Principles of Constitution Sheet
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