Back Laps
Below are a list of essential questions that capture the essence of each LAP.
If you would like to work through old laps instead, place the cursor above LAPs (above) then Course Outline and click on the LAP that you need. Notice that there are supplementary pages also associated with each LAP. If you click on the LAP alone, you will see the actual LAP, but some of the links or multimedia that you will need to help you complete the LAP are one those additional pages.
To find the answers to the these questions you will have to read your textbook and other textual sources. In some cases, there are links on the supplemental pages of the LAPs (See where it says LAPs above? Hover your cursor over each LAP and it will give you supplemental information).
If you would like to work through old laps instead, place the cursor above LAPs (above) then Course Outline and click on the LAP that you need. Notice that there are supplementary pages also associated with each LAP. If you click on the LAP alone, you will see the actual LAP, but some of the links or multimedia that you will need to help you complete the LAP are one those additional pages.
To find the answers to the these questions you will have to read your textbook and other textual sources. In some cases, there are links on the supplemental pages of the LAPs (See where it says LAPs above? Hover your cursor over each LAP and it will give you supplemental information).
Options to answer LAP essential questions:
You MAY NOT do any of the options below more than twice! Each creation MUST contain a MLA style bibliography (yes even the prezi). If you have questions about formatting a paper in MLA style first consult the "Writing" section under "Project Skills" above. You must properly cite all information! Options 1 and 2 below will be graded with the rubric posted at the bottom of the page.
1) Write an +1000 word essay with your answer (your argument) to the question/Comparison
2) Create a prezi arguing YOUR answer
3) Submit your own method of analysis demonstration for approval by your teacher
For all LAPs you should read the corresponding chapter in the American Vision textbook and Howard Zinn's, A People's History of the United States. Follow this LINK to the chapters of this book.
LAP Essential Questions:
You MAY NOT do any of the options below more than twice! Each creation MUST contain a MLA style bibliography (yes even the prezi). If you have questions about formatting a paper in MLA style first consult the "Writing" section under "Project Skills" above. You must properly cite all information! Options 1 and 2 below will be graded with the rubric posted at the bottom of the page.
1) Write an +1000 word essay with your answer (your argument) to the question/Comparison
2) Create a prezi arguing YOUR answer
3) Submit your own method of analysis demonstration for approval by your teacher
For all LAPs you should read the corresponding chapter in the American Vision textbook and Howard Zinn's, A People's History of the United States. Follow this LINK to the chapters of this book.
LAP Essential Questions:
- LAP 2- Forming a Nation- What was the significance of creating the U.S. constitution? (Zinn Chapters 1-4)
- LAP 3-Developing a National Identity- Go here, read and complete the Back LAP. (Zinn Chapter 5)
- LAP 4-Union in Crisis-You must complete sections 2 and 3 of the LAP 4 (Click Here). (Zinn Chapter 9)
- AAH LAP 4-Quest for Freedom- Read EITHER (that means choose one) the Rains or The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass and American Slave to gain insight into the daily struggles faced in bondage or in the "free" North. After reading, compare and contrast the struggles of Mr. Douglass or the protagonists of The Rains with your understanding of events from this time period. (Zinn Chapter 9 and 10)
- LAP 5- Immigration and a Changing Ethnic Landscape (1850s-1920s)- How did immigration change America? (Zinn Chapter 11 and 13)
- LAP 6- American Expansionism- Why did Americans explore the possibilities of national expansion and imperialism in the late 19th century? (Zinn Chapter 12 and 14)
- LAP 7- The Roaring 20s and Tough 30s - 1) How did the Great Depression change American government? (Zinn Chapter 15)
- AAH 5- The Search for Safe Spaces- How did the Harlem Renaissance affect American culture?
- LAP 8- The Cold War at Home- What effects did the Cold War have on American society and culture? (Zinn Chapters 16, 18 and 20)
- LAP 9 and AAH 6- Social Movements during the Protest Era- What were the most successful tactics of the social movements (Civil Rights, Anti-War or Black Power) during this period? (Zinn Chapters 17, 19 and 20)
- LAP 10- Contemporary Issues- Create an infographic (Here too) that completely breaks down the causes and effects, or a "how to fix" a detrimental contemporary issue (i.e. unemployment, educational attainment (i.e. drop out rate), gun violence, etc.). Examples of infographics can be found many places (here are a few samples however, 1, 2, and 3)
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