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Adult education social studies homework
Bill of Rights Scenarios
This is a great activity for a unit on the Bill of Rights and/or the U.S. Constitution. In this activity/ assignments students are assigned to read 12 different scenarios. After reading each scenario they are to figure out if the individual in the scenario had their Constitutional rights violated or not. All scenarios deal with the first 10 amendments. This product comes complete with an answer key. This product WILL generate interesting debate and in-class discussion. Product could also
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Gettysburg Address: Prove It! Primary Source Analysis
One of my most popular products, this handout helps students analyze one of the most influential speeches in American history: The Gettysburg AddressThis is a different approach to asking students to summarize a primary source, which can be a challenge for some. Instead of students doing the summarizing, they are given a statement that they must prove by finding the exact words within the Gettysburg Address. The handout instructs them to write the line number and copying the words from the sou
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5th - 11th, Adult Education
World War 2 Timeline Activity (WWII) + Google Apps Version for Distance Learning
World War 2 Timeline takes your students to Europe from 1935 to 1946. Students analyze the timeline and complete a twenty question common core aligned worksheet. This assesses students on the history of the World War 2 as well as timeline analysis. An optional QR coded timeline is also included for more student engagement. It can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. Key is included.Also included a Google Apps version of worksheet for distance learningSave
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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World War 2 Rise of Dictators Info Text Analysis(WWII) + Google Apps Version
World War II Rise of Dictators Informational Text Analysis Introduces students to the rise of three dictators before World War II. Students learn about the tactics used by Benito Mussolini, Adolf Hitler, and Joseph Stalin as they ruthlessly gained and kept power. This exercise is visually engaging and is an excellent exercise to use in your World War II Unit. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. This is also perfect for substitute teacher plans. A
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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French Revolution Causes of the French Revolution Info Text + GoogleApps Version
Causes of the French Revolution Informational Text takes students back to 1789 France. Students learn the reasons behind the French Revolution. From the extravagant spending of King Louis XVI to the poor harvests that led to near starvation. A short pie chart analysis of the estate system shows the inequality of the three estates followed by a brief summary of the events leading up to revolution. This is a one page document accompanied by 10 questions on the reverse side and a key. This short r
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Birth of the Renaissance Informational Text (Italian Renais) + Distance Learning
Birth of the Renaissance Informational Text takes students to Italy in the early 1300s. Students learn the reasons for the Renaissance's birth in Italy. Text includes information about the art and perspective, the Medicis, humanism and humanities. This is a one page document accompanied by 13 questions on the reverse side and a key. This short reading can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. Excellent for sub plans too.** Includes Google Classroom versi
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Niccolo Machiavelli's, The Prince Primary Source Activity + Google Apps Version
Niccolo Machiavelli’s The Prince Primary Source Worksheet teaches students Machiavelli’s rules on being a Renaissance leader. Excerpts from his infamous book focus on whether it is better to be loved or feared, and a prince’s expertise on war. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. It also makes good substitute plans.** Includes Google Apps version of worksheet for distance learningSave some money by getting this with the entire unit including Po
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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A Brief History of the Israel-Palestine Conflict - Reading Comprehension Text
This Reading Comprehension / Informational Text is suitable for advanced to proficient ESL learners or native English speakers.The text explores the origins of the Israel-Palestine conflict, it’s 100 year old history, the latest escalations and the possibility of holding successful peace talksAfter carefully reading the text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including:-comprehension questionsa definition matcha true or false exercisea multiple choice exercisea fill
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Modern History Bundle - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Patriot vs. Loyalist: Comparing & Contrasting Views + Google Apps Version
Patriot vs. Loyalist: Comparing and Contrasting Views of the American Revolution, teaches students about the the differing views of the American colonists and the motives behind their loyalties. Second half of lesson consists of five biographies, where students have to use what they have learned to describe where each the colonists’ loyalties lie. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. This is also perfect for substitute teacher plans, and of course
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Prohibition Roaring Twenties Reading Comprehension Worksheet 1920s
This passage briefly describes prohibition in America during the Roaring Twenties. 7 define questions and 5 multiple choice questions assess students' understanding of this topic. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:article (1100-1200 Lexile)7 define questions5 multiple choice questionsColor and BW VersionsKeyPart of my 1920s Bundle*I do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will correct it
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5th - 7th, Adult Education
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Also included in: 1920s Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Roaring Twenties 1920
Government: Interest Group Simulation
This simulation is one of my favorite activities to run in class. In short, special interest groups will be lobbying politicians for their support in changing legislation. You may, if you would like, make this a competition between the interest groups to see which interest group can garner the most amount of support from the Congressional representatives. The handout includes a student overview, specific instructions for the politicians and for the interest groups, the Politician's handout, 1
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Marbury v. Madison & Judicial Review Analysis + Distance Learning Version
Marbury v. Madison & Judicial Review Analysis takes students back to the landmark decision that established Judicial Review. From background of the case, and the Midnight Judges to its decision, and even criticism from Thomas Jefferson. Students meet all the key players, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Marshall, and William Marbury. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. This is also perfect for substitute teacher plans, and of
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Forensic Science 101 - Types of Evidence (article / questions / crime)
Forensic Science Article : TYPES OF EVIDENCEGrades: 9-12This assignment is perfect for class work and discussion, homework, emergency plans, or extra credit.The assignment is :*2-page article that highlights major forms of evidence found at crime scenes (hair, blood, fingerprints, etc...).*2-page question sheet to accompany the article.DOC & PDF VERSIONS: This worksheet is provided as an MS-Word document (DOC) so you can edit any questions/content to better fit the needs of your students
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Causes of the Civil War Primary Source Analysis Handout Activity
Are you teaching the Causes of the Civil War and hoping to find a no-prep resource? Are you looking for that perfect lesson to practice primary source analysis while addressing the core content on the Civil War and its causes?Use this Primary Source Analysis Activity to address the standards while helping your students gain a better understanding of the causes of the Civil War. Students can inspect vivid images, decipher varying quotes, and investigate original documents with guiding questions
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Dealing With Awareness & Emotions in Stuttering/Disfluency - Speech Therapy Plan
Everything you need to help a client increase their awareness of their stuttering and deal with negative thoughts and beliefs that may be impacting their fluency. This kit includes a full step-by-step therapy plan with worksheets, handouts, homework, and more.Why Address Negative Thoughts and Beliefs about Stuttering?When we work with clients who stutter, it’s extremely important to take a look at any negative thoughts and feelings that they’re having about their stuttering or speech. If we ca
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1st - 12th, Adult Education
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Alexander the Great Primary Source Worksheet (Greece) + Google Apps Version
Alexander the Great Primary Source Worksheet teaches students about the motivation behind the man, through map skills and primary source document analysis. This short activity focuses on Alexander’s speech before his last battle of India before turning back. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. *Includes Google Apps version of worksheet for distance learningSave some money by getting this with the entire unit including PowerPoints, worksheets, les
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Shang & Zhou Dynasties Informational Text Worksheet + Distance Learning Version
This informational text reading on the Shang and Zhou Dynasties is an excellent way for the students to learn about the first two official dynasties of China. After completing the reading, students compare the two cultures by listing attributes of each on the two column chart. Students learn about the two dynasties' social classes, economy, government, religion and their advances in art and science. This can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. ** Also in
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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FORENSIC CASES: BUNDLE #2 (14 articles / worksheets / no prep / Sub / Science)
*BEST SELLER* FORENSIC FILES SUPER BUNDLE! 150+ VIDEO WORKSHEETS!FORENSIC SCIENCE BUNDLE #1 – 10+ ASSIGNMENTS! 50+ PAGES!FORENSIC SCIENCE BUNDLE #2 – 11+ ASSIGNMENTS! 60+ PAGES!FORENSIC FILES SPECIAL CASES BUNDLE! 36 VIDEO WORKSHEETS!FORENSIC SCIENCE CASE ARTICLE BUNDLE #1 – 10 ARTICLES & QUESTION SHEETS!FORENSIC CASE ARTICLES BUNDLE #210 TRUE CRIME ARTICLES & QUESTION PACKETS+4 BONUS ARTICLESThis bundle is a collection of 10 forensic articles with question packets that are each perfect
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Tobacco & Slavery in the Colonies Primary Source Worksheet + Google Apps
Tobacco and Slavery in the Colonies Worksheet teaches students about the rise and effects of tobacco and slavery in the colonies through primary source document analysis. Students first review an engraving of a plantation from the 1700s, then move on to a chart showing population growth of Africans, and finally read two reviews of tobacco from the 1600s. This can be used as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment** Also includes Google Apps version of the worksheet for distance lea
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Forensic Files : DNA Dragnet (science video worksheet / distance learning)
MORE FORENSIC FILES! – CLICK HERE!*Video is necessary for completion of this worksheet.*Please watch video in advance to gauge appropriate content for your studentsAs of March 2020, the entire episode is available free on You Tube so it's simple to find and watch on any device. This makes this assignment ideal for individual computer lab work, homework assignments, or distance learning.*Forensic Files: DNA Dragnet (Season 13, Episode 20)A 13-question worksheet to accompany this video documentin
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: FORENSIC FILES: SUPER BUNDLE (300+ VIDEO SHEETS / PLANS / SCIENCE / SUB)
What Country Is This? Short Geography, History, Economics Readings CCSS 6-8
Expand students' global knowledge with high-interest paragraphs that engage students with fascinating facts! No prep for bell work or many more uses. What you get:25 one-page handouts. Countries featured are those students may not be familiar with in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe. See Preview for list.2-3 questions per passage that cover CCSStandards for SS/History. Main ideas, fact/opinion, using visual information and more. One concept covered is why some nations are so poor. 9
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6th - 8th, Adult Education
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Nature vs. Nurture & Socialization: Twin Studies and Genie Worksheet
This six page worksheet is useful for a sociology or psychology class studying nature vs. nurture and socialization. It reviews the general concepts and then explores them in regards to twin studies and the case of Genie Wiley. The worksheet is provided in print and a Google Doc.To complete the activity, the class will use a number of online videos. There are questions over the videos to ensure students follow along and there are reflection questions at the end. The videos range in length from f
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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1960s & 1970s Era of Activism Timeline - Era of Social Change Timeline + GDocs
1960s & 1970s Era of Activism Timeline takes your students back to the tumultuous period of the 1960s and 70s, the period of social change. Students analyze the timeline and complete a twenty question common core aligned worksheet. This assesses students on the history of the the period, as well as timeline analysis. An optional QR coded timeline is also included for more student engagement. It can be used in class or as homework as it’s a completely stand alone assignment. Key is included.S
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Islam & the Islamic Empires Unit Bundle with PowerPoint, Projects, and More
This zip folder contains all the materials I use for the Islamic Caliphate Unite in World History/AP World History (I teach both levels). There is a PowerPoint for the unit with a corresponding note sheet. There are fill in the blanks on one note sheet if you would like to have students use that to follow along any lecture or there is a completely filled in one if you need to provide a student with copies of notes.There are 3 projects to chose from as I have done all. One is an academic poste
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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