Essential Question: Did the colonists have just cause to declare independence from the British? As this unit begins, America is a collection colonies under the control of King George III. However, as the king attempts to increase his grip on the colonies, there is world-changing push back from American patriots. In this unit, we will examine the leading causes behind our break from Great Britain as well as the debate over making such a drastic move. Standards Directly Assessed: HIS8.1: Writing -- Understands audience, organization, evidence & clear message HIS8.2: Reading -- Reads to identify the main idea and vocabulary of a resource HIS8.3: Research: Develop questions, identify & utilize credible primary sources HIS8.6: Correctly uses grammar, tools & formal style to clarify and organize an argument Description of Major Summative Assessment: Summative Assessment Rubric: |
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