Unit+2+-+The+Civil+War+and+Industrialization+12-13

__Unit Overview__
toc This unit will examine the changing society in America during the mid to late-nineteenth century. We'll begin by looking at Antebellum America and the events leading up to the Civil War. We'll examine how Congress attempted to reconstruct America along with the Southern response. Shifting gears, then, we'll turn our focus to post-Civil War America and the role that industrialization played in that society, looking at how the US advanced in terms of technology and economics, but also the costs that came with such rapid industrialization. We'll look at the role that immigration played in all of this (providing cheap labor, but also leading to xenophobia) and look at how they begin to push for rights, primarily through the use of labor unions at this point in time. We'll conclude by asking if the founding fathers' inclusion of a Bill of Rights was intended to apply to the economic sector as well as the social/political sectors.

__Key Questions__

 * Was the Civil War inevitable? Why or why not?
 * What factors caused the US to industrialize during the late nineteenth century?
 * What were the pros and cons to "big business" and how did labors respond to the perceived injustices that existed in the labor world during this time period?
 * What factors caused the "new immigrants" to emigrate to America during this time period? How was immigration both an asset and a challenge to American culture?

__Class #1 - Antebellum America (Block C - Wed., Sept. 26th, Block G - Thurs., Sept. 27th)__
We'll kick off this unit by looking at //why// the Civil War took place. Yes, Abraham Lincoln's election was the final straw, but America had trouble brewing for several decades prior to the war's outbreak. We'll examine these issues in this class.

1. Relax - you just finished your test!
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Lecture - Antebellum America
 * In-Class Activities:**


 * Resources for this class:**

__Class #2 - The Civil War and Reconstruction (Block C - Fri., Sept. 28th, Block G - Mon., Oct. 8th)__
We'll now turn our attention to the bloody Civil War. We've already examined the causes of the war, so now we'll look at why the North won. We'll then look at the issue of Reconstruction. Congress and various presidents had their own plans while many Southerners took matters into their own hands. We'll briefly examine these plans and also look at why Reconstruction ended very abruptly in 1876.

1. Do whatever you need to for other classes as, once again, I am not assigning any homework!
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Lecture - Civil War 3. Activity - Reconstructing America 4. Lecture - Reconstruction (Note: Both lectures are in the same Keynote presentation under the "Resources" for this class.) 5. Activity - Assessing what we know so far...
 * In-Class Activities:**


 * Resources for this class:**

__Class #3 - The Age of Invention (Block C - Mon., Oct. 8th, Block G - Tues., Oct. 9th)__
During the late 1800s, there was a flurry of technological advancements that, perhaps, had more of an influence on the United States and the rest of the world than any other era in history. This "Second Industrial Revolution" went on to have a tremendous influence on virtually every other aspect of American life as well. This class will begin to explore this Age of Invention.

**Prior to class, you should:** 1. Keep working on your Test Corrections from Unit 1. They are due on **Wednesday, October 17th.**)

**In-Class Activities:** 1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. The Age of Invention Activity 3. Homework - Read Chapter 14, Section 2. (The forecast is "partly quizzy.")

**Resources for this class:** "Telephone and Telegraph" Failed Pioneers of Flight

__Class #4 - The Rise of Big Business (Block C - Wed., Oct. 10th, Block G - Thurs., Oct. 11th)__
Many people sought to capitalize on the rise of inventions and innovations during the late nineteenth centuries. While this provided many with great economic gain, it came with many consequences as well. This lesson will focus on the rise of big business and its consequences.

1. Read Chapter 14, Section 2 in your textbook. Take notes as there may be a quiz!
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Lecture: The Rise of Big Business (by Mr. Gardner)
 * In-Class Activities:**


 * Resources for this class:**

__Class #5 - The Rise of Labor Unions (Block C - Fri., Oct. 12th, Block G - Mon. Oct., 15th)__
In this class, we'll look at how people responded to the negative aspect of industrialization, and in particular, the rise of big business. As big business gained more and more power, workers began to band together under the guise of labor unions. This class will look at some of the various unions and the levels of success that each union experience.

Please note that I will be absent during this class. Mr. Gardner will be your teacher for this class.

Workers Organize
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #6 - The Rise of Immigration (Block C - Tues., Oct. 16th, Block G - Wed. Oct. 17th)__
During the late 1800s and early 1900s, there was a massive influx of immigration in the United States. While these people came from a variety of areas and many different reasons, it is safe to say that the overwhelming majority found America to be vastly different than what they were expecting. This lesson will look at the perception immigrants had of America, examine why so many chose to immigrate and their experiences in America, and then evaluate the reasons why many Americans sought to restrict immigration.

Please note that I will be absent from this class.

1. Relax - No homework was assigned!
 * Prior to this class, you should:**

1. Immigration Lesson
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #7 - Review of Immigration and Intro to Urbanization (Block C Only - Wed. October 17th)__
In this class, we'll review the issues of immigration and introduce the rapid urbanization that took place in the United States during the late 1800s. To do so, we'll look at excerpts from __The Jungle__ and discuss the consequences of such rapid urbanization and its impact on Americans during this time period.

1. Have your test corrections completed from the Unit 1 Exam.
 * Prior to this class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Venn Diagrams - Impact of Urbanization on the three social classes in America. (Use your textbooks to help you complete this task.) 3. Hand out Essay Exam #2 Study Guide
 * In-Class Activities:**

Discussion Questions for The Jungle
 * Resources for this class:**

**__Class #8 - Urbanization - The Story of Us (Block G - Thurs., October 18th, Block C - Fri., October 19th)__**
This class will continue to explore the issue of urbanization in America during the late 1800s. How did this change in where people lived alter every other aspect of their lives? We'll explore this primarily through watching a video and discussing these issues while we view it.

1. Work on studying for Essay Exam #2 (Note: Block G will receive their study guide during this class.)
 * Prior to this class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. View "The Story of Us" 3. Review for Objective Test
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #9 - Urbanization Part II (Block G Only - Monday, October 22nd)__
Please see the plan listed above for Class #7 (Block C Only) as this is what we'll be covering in this class.

Research paper will be handed back during this class. Please follow the instructions for the Research Paper Reflection Activity, due on Monday, October 29th.

__**Class #10 - Exam, Part I (Block C - Tues., October 23rd, Block G - Wed. October 24th)**__
For this class, Block C will be taking their Essay Exam while Block G will be taking their Objective Exam. (Please note that the rationale for this is that classes on Wednesday have been shortened due to Parent Teacher Conferences that afternoon.)

Research paper will be handed back during this class for Block C. Please follow the instructions for the Research Paper Reflection Activity, due on Monday, October 29th.

__Class #11 - Exam, Part II (Block C - Mon., October 29th, Block G - Tues., October 30th)__
We will finish our exam for Unit 2 during this class with Block C taking the Objective portion of their exam and Block G taking the Essay Exam.