Unit+4+-+The+American+Revolutionary+Era+11-12

__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 - The French-British Rivalry (Block B - Thur. September 1st, Block F - Fri. September 2nd)__
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. Reading Q&A 2. Go over Unit 3 Quiz. 3. Analyze why Britain won the "war" with France (Primarily looking at the Seven Years War) 4. Looking ahead: How did the rivalry with France lead into (or even cause) the American Revolution? 5. Explain American Revolution Justification Project (Due on September 9th)
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #2 - Was the American Revolution Justified (Block B - Fri. September 2nd, Block F - Mon. September 5th)__
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. Work time on American Revolution Justification Project
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #3 - Work Day on National History Day Project (Block B - Tues., Sept. 6th, Block F - Wed., Sept. 7th)__
1. Have decided what topic you are going to research for your National History Day Project and bring any materials you already have to class. 2. While there is no reading homework for this day, you may want to look ahead and work on some of the reading assignments that are to come.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Work on either NHD or ARJ Projects in class. (Note that both are due September 9th!)
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #4 - Persuading the Public (Block B - Thur., Sept 8th, Block F - Fri., Sept. 9th)__
1. Finish reading Chapter 7 in American Pageant (pg. 139-157) - Note that this actually goes a bit into Chapter 8 as well. 2. Answer the following question in a SINGLE SENTENCE OF NO MORE THAN 50 WORDS: Were the colonists justified in revolting against England? Why or why not? Upload your response to Turnitin.com 3. All projects (NHD Assignments and ARJ) are due at 8:00 am on Friday, September 9th!!!
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Varying Viewpoints of the American Revolution 3.Looking at the role of propaganda in persuading the public prior to and during the American Revolution. Use the following link to see visual examples of propaganda from the Revolutionary Era. 4. Discuss NHD and ARJ issues
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #5 - Forming a Government (Block B - Mon., Sept. 19th, Block F - Tues., Sept. 20th)__
1. Read Zinn Chapter 5
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Discussion: Zinn Reading, Loyalists, other topics that come up 3. Brainstorm - What were the goals of the American Revolution? What goals were now present for forming a new government? 4. Review of sample FRQs in preparation for Exam 1. 5. Review for Exam 1
 * In-Class Activities**

__Class #6 - Exam #1__
1. Complete your Unit 4 Timeline 2. Review for your Exam
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Exam 1
 * In-Class Activities**

__Unit Resources__
Unit 4 Timeline Terms Unit 4 AP Topics

- Note that this study guide also covers a brief portion of Chapter 8 which you are assigned to read for Class #4

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,