Unit+4+-+The+American+Revolutionary+Era+12-13

__Unit Overview__
toc In this unit, we'll explore the sudden and dramatic path that the American colonies took in gaining independence from Great Britain. We'll examine the rivalry that existed between the French and the British and how that was a precursor for things to come. We'll also examine the specific events from 1763-1775 which sparked the outbreak of war. We will especially pay close attention to how a majority of colonists were persuaded over a very short period of time to support the revolutionary effort. Finally, we'll examine what, ultimately, led to the victory of a very young, poorly-equipped, and untrained army over what was the strongest military presence in the world.

__Essential Questions__

 * In what ways did the rivalry between Britain and France serve as a precursor for the upcoming American Revolutionary War?
 * Why were the colonists so incredibly outraged by the actions that Britain took against them from 1763 to 1775?
 * Were the American colonists justified in revolting against England? Why or why not?
 * What caused the revolutionary fervor to spread so quickly throughout the colonies?

__Class #1 - Practice DBQ (Monday, September 10th)__
As a means of reviewing material from our previous units, you will be writing a DBQ during this class. The only change is that I will make this DBQ open notes and open book. You may not use your MacBook for this DBQ. Therefore, if you have any notes saved on your MacBook, you will need to print them out prior to writing your DBQ.

1. Have all of your notes and books ready to write your DBQ. (Any print source is acceptable for you to use.)
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Practice DBQ (Worth 25 points in the DBQ/FRQ Category of your grade.)
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #2 - The French-British Rivalry (Wednesday, September 12th)__
1. Read Chapter 6 in American Pageant. As you read, consider the following question: "What factors caused Britain to dominate France in the race to control the North American Colonies?" (You do not need to write anything for this question - just keep it in mind as you read.)
 * Prior to class, you should: **

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Reading Q&A 3. Go over Practice DBQ. 4. Analyze why Britain won the "war" with France (Primarily looking at the Seven Years War) 5. Looking ahead: How did the rivalry with France lead into (or even cause) the American Revolution?
 * In-Class Activities: **

__Class #3 - Was the American Revolution Justified? (Block D - Thursday, September 13th, Block F - Friday, September 14th)__
1. Read Chapter 7 in American Pageant (pages 126-138 only) 2. Read Zinn Chapter 4
 * Prior to class, you should: **

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Reading Q&A - Discuss what factors led to the American Revolution 3. Debate - Was the American Revolution Justified?
 * In-Class Activities: **

__Class #4 - Persuading the Public (Block D - Monday, September 17th, Block F - Tuesday, September 18th)__
1. Finish reading Chapter 7 in American Pageant (pg. 139-157) - Note that this actually goes a bit into Chapter 8 as well. 2. Complete your Unit 4 Timeline 3. Review for your quiz.
 * Prior to class, you should: **

**In-Class Activities:** 1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Reading Q&A 3. Multiple Choice Quiz 4. Thomas Paine and Common Sense

__Class #5 - Exam 1 (Wednesday, September 19th)__
**Prior to class, you should:** 1. Review for your Exam

**In-Class Activities** 1. Exam 1

__Unit Resources__
Unit 4 Timeline Terms Unit 4 AP Topics



MC Review Quiz #1 MC Review Quiz #2 MC Review Quiz #3 MC Review Quiz #4

[|Terminology and Concept Quiz]

Please note that all review quizzes come from Ms. Susan Pojer of Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua, New York. You can visit her amazing APUSH website, by clicking on the following link: Historyteacher.net,