Term 1 Final Review Sheet

US HISTORY MID YEAR FINAL REVIEW

Colonial Era
Influence of Enlightenment
Mayflower compact
Jamestown Settlement
House of Burgesses
Albany Plan of Union
Slave Trade
Mercantilism
Salutary Neglect
Taxation without Representation
Early forms of government
Articles of Confederation
Constitutional Convention
Virginia Plan
Great Compromise
3/5 Compromise
Ratification of Constitution
Federalist v. Anti-federalists
Federalist Papers
Bill of Rights
American Revolution

US Constitution
Popular Sovereignty
Separation of Powers
Checks and balances
Roles of each branch of government
Living document
Veto and override power
Elastic clause
Amendment process
Judicial interpretation and review
Unwritten constitution/ implied powers
Bill of Rights (know 1-10)
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment

Supreme Court Cases
Marbury v. Madison
Plessy v. Fergeuson
Dred Scott Case
Roe v. Wade
Brown v. Board of Ed.

Federalist Era
Proclamation of Neutrality: Monroe Doctrine
Hamilton’s financial reforms (national bank)
Alien and Sedition Acts
Federalist Party v. Democratic Republicans
Marshall Court
Technology: cotton gin, telegraph, railroads

Antebellum Era
War of 1812
Monroe Doctrine
American and Spoils systems
Indian Removal and Trail of Tears
Abolition Movement
Transcendentalism
Progressivism and reform
Seneca Falls and Women’s Rights Convention

Westward Expansion
Louisiana Purchase
Gold Rush
Oregon Trail
Gadsen Purchase
Mexican Cession
US- Mexican War
Missouri Compromise
Compromise of 1850
Kansas-Nebraska Act

Civil War
Causes: states rights, westward expansion, slavery
Secession
Lincoln-Douglas Debates
Emancipation Proclamation
Election of 1862
John Brown’s Raid
Lincoln’s assassination

Reconstruction
Tenure of Office Act
Black Codes
Jim Crow Laws
Ku Klux Clan
Johnson presidency
Impeachment of Johnson
Civil Rights Legislation (13-15 Amendments)
W.E.B. Du Bois
Booker T Washington

Civil War Newspapers: A pimary source investigation

Harper's Weekly was the most popular newspaper during the Civil War, and it featured stunning illustrations, and in depth stories on all the important people and events of the war. For this week's blog assignment, analyze and evalutate material from this important primary source following the directions below:

1. Actively read any issue from the online archive of Harpers' papers from 1861-65. (These papers are 4-6 pages long and include photographs and advertisements.) The papers are available for view at:http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/the-civil-war.htm

2. Summarize two articles and/or cartoons related to the war published in this edition (be sure to indicate the date and page of each source.) What insight do these articles provide into the issues most important to Harper's Weekly readers at this time? What are the authors and/or artists' positions on the war?

3. Conclude by discussing the impact you believe papers like Harpers' Weekly had on the war.
This post is due by Friday, 1/11 at 7 a.m. 200 word minimum. Remember to respond to at least one classmates post.
http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/the-civil-war.htm

Slavery in New York: a case study in forced migration and local history

"For most of it's history, New York has been the largest, most diverse and most economically ambitious city in the nation. No place on earth has welcomed the human enterprise more warmly. New York was also, paradoxically, the capital of American slavery for more than two centuries. ... 'Slavery in New York' spans the period from 1600-1827 when slavery was legally abolished in New York State... it focuses on the rediscovery of the collective and personal history of African and African Americans in New York City." ( www.slaveryinnewyork.org)

Navigate through the New York Historical Society's online exhibit "Slavery in New York" at:http://www.slaveryinnewyork.org/gallery_1.htm

Examine at least three of the online galleries. Summarize the new information you learned from these exhibits (make direct references to primary source images and documents by gallery number as if writing a DBQ). What were some reasons why slavery was so widely practiced in New York while other major northern cities had a far lower population of residents living in slavery? Identify two events/ trends that led to the abolition of slavery in New York. Conclude your post by explaining why you believe most New Yorkers (and Americans, for that matter) know very little about slavery in New York.

Minimum 200 words. Please respond to at least one other post.Due Friday, 12.28.07

Happy Holidays!

Modern Issues in NYC: photo essay research assignment

Image from Jacob Riis' How the Other Half Lives.

This week our class participated in a workshop on photo journalism led by guest educator Barbara Beirne in preparation for our upcoming project on issues in local communities. Ms. Beirne showed us samples of her work as well as important photo essays that have shaped public opinion on many issues including child labor, immigration and traffic congestion in New York City. She reminded us of the power of photography and the responsibilty of photographers and journalists alike to be "ethical, honest... and prove something."

In order to think critically about the elements of photography and plan a poignant photo essay for the project, this weeks blog asks that you analyze photo essays, research your potential subject and consider what the message of your photo essay should be.

1) View one or more of Ms. Beirne's photo essays on her photography website at: http://www.barbarabeirne.com/
Summarize one essay of your choice and explain what it teaches you about photo journalism.

2) Read and summarize an article related to one of the topics you are interested in as the potential subject of your photo essay. I have posted links to some of the topics brainstormed in class. You are NOT limited to these topics or articles, but I do ask that you post a link to any article you use for this portion of the assignment.

3) Explain why this topic makes a strong subject for a photo essay. What do you intend to show/ prove/promote in your photo essay? How do you plan to get that message across.

4) Post a response or feedback for to at least one classmates proposal
Minimum 200 words

Immigration in the news: As a nation comprised mainly of migrant cultures, what are are just expectations and regulations for immigration?

In order to prepare for our upcoming work with Ellis Island and the Save Our History Project, this week's blog asks you to consider some ways in which modern-day immigration is affecting politics, culture and economics in the United States and, more specifically, New York City.

1) Read
"Immigrants make up 40 percent of New York City's population"
http://www.wsws.org/articles/2000/jul2000/nyc-j31.shtml

and one of the following articles:

a) Topic: Immigrant workers rights
"Two cases reveal wretched conditions for immigrant laborers in New York City"
http://www.wsws.org/articles/2000/jan2000/nyc-j19_prn.shtml


b) Topic: Immigrant experiences on Staten Island
“On Staten Island, Without a Lifeboat”
http://www.nytimes.com/2004/12/26/nyregion/26staten.html?_r=1&n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Subjects/I/Immigration%20and%20Refugees&oref=slogin

c) Topic: Rudy Guliani's immigration policies as mayor of NYC and his postion on immigration as presidential nominee
“Romney blasts Rudy's immigration stance as NYC mayor”
http://www.examiner.com/printa1040442~Romney_blasts_Rudy

2. Summarize each article, identitfying the major issues and conflicts immigrant populations face in modern US society. Discuss the perspectives each author presents on these matters. Take and defend a position on at least ONE of the conflicts you identified in your summaries.

3. Answer the focus question: As a nation comprised mainly of migrant cultures, what are are just expectations and regulations for immigration?

Minimum 200 words, please respond to at least one other post.
Due Friday, 12/7

Powers of the Judiciary Case Study: Does judiciary review promote or hinder the democratic process? due Sunday 11/25

Locate and summarize two news articles on a current issue being debated by the Supreme Court OR that is likely to soon undergo judiciary review. You may chose your own topic or check out an articlefrom the topical list below. I ask that you read two articles so that you can gain a fuller understanding of the topic (this is your only assignment through Thanksgiving break.)

Explain how this article relates to the Marbury case and the concept of Judicial Review.

Finally, answer the framing questions for this assignmnent:

• Does judiciary review promote or hinder the democratic process in the United States?

and

• What are the benefits and limitations of the structure of the judiciary branch of the US government?
  

Remember to comment on at least one other student's posts.

Your response should be at least 200 words.

Suggested topics and links (based on student suggestions):

death penalty

http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.htmlres=9A02E4DF1F3FF936A25753C1A9659C8B63&n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Organizations/S/Supreme%20Court

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/17/us/politics/17abortion.html?n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Organizations/S/Supreme%20Court

abortion
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/13/washington/13scotus.html?n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Organizations/S/Supreme%20Court

internet pornograpgy
http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.htmlres=9D00E7DE1F38F937A35754C0A9629C8B63&n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Organizations/S/Supreme%20Court

http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9F0DEEDB1238F933A05755C0A9629C8B63&n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Organizations/S/Supreme%20Court

medicinal marajuana
http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9A02E4DF1F3FF936A25753C1A9659C8B63&n=Top/Reference/Times%20Topics/Organizations/S/Supreme%20Court

The Bill of Rights in Action: Interview Summary (due sunday 11/18)

Reflect on the interviews you conducted in Albany this week. Discuss your findings on the role of the Bill of Rights in modern-day U.S. society. Are the fundamental principles of the Bill of Rights reflected or distorted more in modern-day America? This blog should be supported with direct quotes and findings from your interviews.

Photos are not required to be posted on the blog but can be if you choose. Images must be handed in with captions for class on Monday. Extra credit is available for creating a poster, Power Point, website or other creatively formatted photo essay using your Bill of Rights in Action photos.Your interview transcripts are due on Monday as well. One set of notes per group is fine.