Read p 126-134, define the key terms (126) and complete questions #1-5 (134)
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Finish playing the video game called "For Crown or Colony" that we played in class today. If you can finish all 5 levels, and submit to me a screen shot of your accomplishment, I will give you 5 extra credit points. You can find the link to the game on the Revolution tab at the top of the page.
Complete the primary source reading from Dr. Benjamin Rush entitled "On the Care of the Wounded" that we handed out in class and answer the 4 questions on the back. You do not need to complete the "Activity" section, just the questions.
Here is your opportunity to pick up some of those points you may have lost over the grading period. Because there was no “official” American flag when the war began and much of the fighting was done by local militias, there were many different flags flown during the Revolutionary War. For a maximum of thirty points of extra credit, you can recreate one of these flags. The flag should be poster-sized, suitable for display, and made out of fabric, felt, poster board, paper, etc. Along with your flag will need to include a 1 page report which includes an explanation of the symbols/colors on the flag, what group or person flew it, in what battles it was flown, is there any proof/evidence that it was actually flown, etc. The report should be 1 page, 1 inch margins, 12 point font, and double spaced. You also need to cite your sources (refer to your student handbook for formatting). This will be due on (or before) the day we test over the Revolutionary War . You can find some sample flags here: http://www.loeser.us/flags/revolution.html
Complete the attached primary source reading from The Crisis by Thomas Paine.
Students should write a one page letter to an anonymous U.S. soldier acknowledging their sacrifice and thanking them for their service. These letters will be included with our Supplies for GI's packages to be shipped to US Soldiers stationed overseas. Remember, we also are still are collecting items to send in those care packages, and 8th graders are responsible for toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss, and Beef Jerky. Any donations are greatly appreciated to the men and women who serve us abroad.
Watch the video link below about the Declaration of Independence: Read pages 118-121, define the Key Terms, and answer questions #1-3 (121).
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Scott Cvelbar
Mr. Scott Cvelbar teaches 8th grade U.S. History at Benjamin Franklin Middle School in Valparaiso, In. He has a Bachelor's degree in Education from Indiana University and a Masters in Liberal Studies from Valparaiso University. Archives
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