Unit+4+-+The+US+Becomes+a+World+Power+11-12

__Unit Overview__
toc In this unit, we will be exploring the factors, methodology, and consequences of the United States becoming a world power during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One thing to keep in mind is that the events discussed in this unit are occurring at the same time as the events of our previous two units (Industrialization and the Progressive Era). We will examine the ideology used on behalf of many Americans to justify its imperialistic endeavors, particularly during the Spanish-American War. We will also spend a considerable amount of time looking at the methods used by the Americans in its imperialistic endeavors and the consequences of those actions. We will also examine the role of the United States in other foreign affairs, particularly, World War I, and the ramifications of that war both at home and abroad.

__Essential Questions__

 * Why did the United States choose to get involved in imperialism at this point in its history?
 * How did both those in favor of imperialistic actions and its critics justify their stances on this issue?
 * Who played a stronger role in shaping US foreign policy during this time period - the government or the media? Why?
 * Was the US justified in its actions to control dissent during World War I? Why or why not?

__Key Deadlines__
November 15th - Unit Test (Note: Those of you attending THIMUN need to take this test after school on November 14th)

__Class #1 - Introduction to Imperialism (Monday, October 31st)__
1. Finish your newspaper project. Be sure to have the grading sheet filled out prior to class and bring a hard copy to class. Also, you should upload it here.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Peer Editing of Progressive Newspapers 3. Continue to work on the Imperialism Reading (handed out last class).
 * In-class Activities:**

__Class #2 - Justifications of Imperialism (Wednesday, November 2nd)__
1. Finish the Imperialism Reading, paying careful attention to the questions at the end.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Quiz - Imperialism Reading 3. White Man's Burden Discussion (we'll read this in class) 4. Explain 1920s-1930s Teaching Project
 * In-class Activities:**


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__Class #3 - The Story of US (Friday, November 4th)__
For this class, we'll be viewing the episode titled "Cities" from the History Channel Series - "The Story of US." After we're done viewing this, you will have the remainder of class to work in your teaching project groups. Many of you will be gone for SEOMUN this day, so please check your GoogleDoc to know what your responsibilities are. During the film, I expect you to journal ten things that you learned from this video. (There will be far more things that you learn from this, but you just need to write down ten things in your journal.

__Class #4 - Teddy Roosevelt and Imperialism (Block D - Mon., Nov. 7th, Block E - Tues., Nov. 8th)__
1. Continue to work on your Teaching Project.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Keynote: Teddy Roosevelt 3. View - The Presidents - Roosevelt 4. Roosevelt Primary Documents
 * In-Class Activities:**

Teddy Roosevelt Primary Document Discussion Questions
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__Class #5 - Intro to World War I and "Selling" The War (Wed., Nov. 9th)__
1. Study for your test!!! 2. Finish your Primary Source Document Questions from last class and email your answers to me.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. President Wilson's Declaration of Neutrality 3. Evaluate - Why did the US Enter WWI? 4. The Role of Propaganda and WWI
 * In-Class Activities:**


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__Class #6 - World War I at Home (Friday, November 11th)__
1. Complete your journal questions on propaganda from the previous class. 2. Study for your test.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Overview of propaganda use in WWI 3. Discussion of Civil Liberties in WWI
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__Class #7 - Exam Day! (Tuesday, November 15th)__
Imperialism Test Study Guide