Content Standards8.10 Students analyze the multiple causes, key events, and complex consequences of the Civil War.
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Common Core StandardsCCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.2
Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7 Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.1.B Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant, accurate data and evidence that demonstrate an understanding of the topic or text, using credible sources. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.2.F Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented. |
Big IdeasThe North and the South divided.
President Abraham Lincoln. Emancipation Proclamation. Lives of Soldier on both sides of the Civil War. Major leaders during the War. Essential Historical QuestionsWhy did the South secede from the Union?
Who were the leaders during the Civil War? What are the main reasons for going to war? Where were the major battles fought? How did this war affect the future of the United States? |
Unit Assessments
Test or Quiz about the major key events that happened during the Civil War.
Constructing a Venn Diagram comparing and contrasting the North and the South.
Writing assignments backed up with evidence: understanding Abraham Lincoln’s writings and speeches.
Group Presentations on major leaders and/or groups of people during the civil war.
Constructing a Venn Diagram comparing and contrasting the North and the South.
Writing assignments backed up with evidence: understanding Abraham Lincoln’s writings and speeches.
Group Presentations on major leaders and/or groups of people during the civil war.