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This US History and Government Examination: August 2011 assessment also includes:
Using primary source documents, pupils consider how the United States' democratic story has evolved over time. A second essay question examines the role of geography in history, and multiple-choice questions sharpen test-taking skills.
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primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, test preparation, skills review, american history, united states geography, the louisiana purchase, the erie canal, the california gold rush, the united states civil war, alaska, the transcontinental railroad, the panama canal, the philippines, democracy
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a group project to unpack the geography essay question
- Use the documents and prompt to create a scaffolded activity on democratic ideals
Classroom Considerations
- Resource is the August 2011 US history and government exam for the New York state regents exam
Pros
- Resource is an authentic assessment, allowing for valuable practice
- Essay prompts are easy to adapt to a variety of project or discussions
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- None