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Iran Test-Firing of Missiles Article
In this current world events worksheet, learners read an article about Iran test-firing missiles and complete eight true or false questions, 10 synonym matching questions, 10 phrase matching questions, and a cloze activity based on the...
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Cartoons for the Classroom: The Constitutional Battleground
In this primary source analysis worksheet, learners analyze political cartoons about the Supreme Court and Constitutional issues and respond to 5 talking point questions.
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Nobel Prize Lesson Plans
Nobel Prize lesson plans can give students a way to learn about the people, and achievements that are influencing society.
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Justices for All
Students examine role of Supreme Court justices in the American political process, research the qualities of the current Supreme Court justices, and write opinion papers evaluating the current justices and recommending future nominations.
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The Ethics of the Bomb: What Would You Do?
Students research the use of the atomic bomb in WWII, analyze the human costs of dropping the bomb and identify the pros and cons. They develop a PowerPoint presentation on the effects of an atomic bomb dropped on their hometown.
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Language Arts: Putting Together a Position Paper
Students are able to identify the target audience for their writing. They are able to create an appropriate format for their papers. Students are able to focus on the developing clear arguments and supporting all key points with facts.
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Walking Down Main Street: The Changing Times of a Railroad Town
Students explore the historic district via a scavenger hunt. In this community history lesson, students complete a scavenger hunt using historic postcards and clues as guides. Students create a timeline demonstrating changes of the area...
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Breaking News English: Weapons of Mass Destruction
In this weapons of mass destruction worksheet, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion...
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Cartoons for the Classroom: A Study in Early Caricatures
In this current events worksheet, students analyze caricatures of Barak Obama through the years and respond to 3 talking point questions.
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Breaking News English: Deadliest Day for US Troops in Iraq
In this English worksheet, students read "Deadliest Day for US Troops in Iraq," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Haiti – International Rescue
Ninth graders examine the problems that exist in Haiti after the earthquake. In this disaster recovery lesson, 9th graders read an article and answer guided questions. Students create a presentation about the international rescue in...
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Breaking News English: Iraq War Protests in Washington DC
In this English worksheet, students read "Iraq War Protests in Washington DC," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Maradona Breaks Airport Door in Anger
In this English worksheet, students read "Maradona Breaks Airport Door in Anger," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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The Invasion of Iraq
Students explore the war in Iraq. They use videos, newspapers, and other media to examine the circumstances leading up to the invasion, the war's major battles, and the post-war situation on the ground. Students read letters from Iraq...
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Global Warming--Points of view
Pupils are introduced to global warming through analysis of political/editorial cartoons dealing with the subject. They discuss the cartoon and what the feel it means and then discuss the mechanics of and the concerns about global warming.
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US Patriot Act: Security vs. Privacy
High schoolers use readings, worksheets and discussion to explore the ramifications of the US Patriot Act which was passed by Congress shortly after September 11th. They review Constitutional Amendments and consider how they relate to...
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Breaking News English: Thousands Escaping from Lebanon
In this English worksheet, students read "Thousands Escaping from Lebanon," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: Hurricane Katrina Kills Hundreds
In this English worksheet, students read "Hurricane Katrina Kills Hundreds," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Breaking News English: South African Capital to Have New Name
In this English worksheet, students read "South African Capital to Have New Name," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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The Treaty of Versailles: The League of Nations Student Worksheet
In this world history instructional activity, students read a 1-page selection as well as Internet articles about the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations and then respond to 8 short answer questions.
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Troop Surge vs. Redeployment
Students explore American foreign policy regarding the war in Iraq. In this Iraq debate lesson, students examine videos and documents about the pros and cons of keeping American troops in Iraq.
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False Statements
In this false statements of history activity, learners identify false statements out of a group of statements. Students identify 9 false statements.
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Who Are Your Local Officials?
Students identify the names and positions held by local public officials. In pairs, students research the requirements and duties needed to hold office. A brief presentation of their research will include the names and positions of...
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Fourth of July Crossword Puzzle
For this Fourth of July crossword activity worksheet, students use the 10 clues and word bank to identify the words needed to complete the crossword puzzle.