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The Early Republic, 1789–1815 Chapters 6, 7, 8

 * Washington, Hamilton, and shaping of the national government pp. 194–208
 * Emergence of political parties: Federalists and Republicans pp. 185–187, 209–216
 * Republican Motherhood and education for women pp. 166–168
 * Beginnings of the Second Great Awakening pp. 162–163, 332–336
 * Significance of Jefferson’s presidency pp. 217–219, 223–224, 228–248
 * Expansion into the trans-Appalachian West; American Indian resistance pp. 208–209, 225–232, 252–261
 * Growth of slavery and free Black communities pp. 164–166, 190–193
 * The War of 1812 and its consequences pp. 244–248, 268–274

Unit Objectives

 * 1) Describe the conflict among American Republicans of the 1780s over the relative importance of liberty as opposed to order.
 * 2) Delineate the types and extent of the social and political changes brought by the American Revolution.
 * 3) Describe the post-revolutionary positions on slavery of both the North and the South.
 * 4) Specify the post-revolutionary changes in the expectations, rights, and roles of American women.
 * 5) Describe the major sources and principles of the earliest American constitutions.
 * 6) Identify the major problems of western settlement and evaluate the Confederation Congress's responses to those problems.
 * 7) Identify the major domestic and foreign-policy problems of the Confederation Congress and the nationalists' critique of the congressional responses.
 * 8) Explain how republican ideology contributed to the ills confronting the country in the 1780s, and how Madison proposed to deal with those problems.
 * 9) Trace the development of the movement for a new constitution from the Annapolis convention through Shays’ Rebellion to the Philadelphia convention of 1787.
 * 10) Identify the major differences between the Virginia and New Jersey Plans, then describe the compromise of the issue by the delegates at the convention.
 * 11) Describe the conflict over slavery and its resolution by the delegates to the Philadelphia convention.
 * 12) Identify the major issues separating the Federalists and Anti-federalists. Describe and evaluate the positions taken by each.
 * 13) Trace the ratification process from the organization of the opposing sides to June 1788.
 * 14) Describe and explain the major contribution of the Anti-federalists to the Constitution.
 * 15) Examine the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution.
 * 16) Explore best practices in approaching the FRQ and write, critique and peer-edit sample answers.
 * 17) Discuss the impact of public opinion on national leaders in setting the agenda from 1788 to 1800.
 * 18) Evaluate George Washington's strengths and weaknesses as president.
 * 19) Compare and contrast the political and economic philosophies advocated by Alexander Hamilton with those of Thomas Jefferson.
 * 20) Explain how foreign affairs acted as a catalyst in the development of American political parties.
 * 21) Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of John Adams as president.
 * 22) Describe the XYZ Affair and its impact on domestic politics, specifically explaining the intent and results of the Alien and Sedition Acts, as well as the Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.
 * 23) Discuss the terms and results of the Convention of Mortefontaine.
 * 24) Summarize the accomplishments of the Federalists while they were in power.
 * 25) Explain the factors that contributed to the downfall and demise of the Federalist party.
 * 26) Explain the description of the election of 1800 as a “peaceful revolution.”
 * 27) Describe the condition and advances of the American economy in this era.
 * 28) List the goals of Jefferson as president and evaluate his success in accomplishing them.
 * 29) Explain the circumstances and consequences of the Louisiana Purchase.
 * 30) Describe the background, results, and significance of the Marbury v. Madison decision (1803).
 * 31) List and explain the sources of political dissension with which Jefferson had to contend.
 * 32) Evaluate the success of American efforts to end the slave trade.
 * 33) Explain the reasons for the failure of American foreign policy in preventing the War of 1812.
 * 34) Analyze the causes, conduct, and outcome of the War of 1812.
 * 35) Account for James Madison's ineffectiveness as president.
 * 36) Discuss the reasons for the ultimate demise of the Federalist party during this era.



Unit Resources
[|Chapter 6 Resources]



[|Chapter 7 Resources]



[|Chapter 8 Resources]



American Revolution Ant Farm
After your quiz, take a look at the entry #6 prompt and have some fun predicting what will happen next!

Political and Social Consequences of the Revolution
Discuss slides 1-11 of the Chapter 6 PowerPoint presentation.

Articles of Confederation
1. Label each article so that you can quickly explain its meaning. 2. Summarize the basic functions of the Articles of Confederation. 3. Is anything missing? 4. How did the republican virtues of the era impact this document? 5. What are the strengths and weaknesses of this document?

Homework: Finish Articles of Confederation Homework with your partner; Read Chapter 6 p. 161-177 and take notes; Post Entry #6 to the American Revolution Ant Farm.

Republicans vs. Federalists
Baron de Montesquieu wrote in //The Spirit of Laws// (1748) "that a republican government could not flourish in a large territory. The reasons were clear. If the people lost direct control over their representatives, they would fall prey to tyrants. large distances allowed rulers to hide their corruption; physical separation presented aristocrats with opportunities to seize power." (178) Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Why or why not?

Four Plans--One Constitution
Our own Constitutional Convention

__**Homework**__: 1. Complete the Founder's Library Activity. You will be given synopses of key political works that the Founders had in their libraries. Read these synopses and understand them. Then, read the Constitution of the USA. During your reading, take notes on the main sections of the Constitution and how they work for yourselves, but also note on the worksheet where your library books fit into the Constitution. 2. Finish //APP// Chapter 6 p. 180-189. 3. Extra Credit: Watch the Second Presidential Debate (http://www.myspace.com/mydebates) and post **one comment** or **one response** to one of your classmates on Ning (see the Discussion post on Ning for instructions). Ning posts must be completed by Wednesday, 10/15 at 8 A.M. to receive credit.

Unit 4 Quiz Most Missed Questions
My dear friend and former graduate school colleague, Mickey DiCamillo, teaches gifted and talented students at an elementary school in Washington Township, New Jersey. Next week, he will be teaching his students about the Constitution and needs your help. The following activities will culminate in a learning exercise for both us and them, and I appreciate your best effort and participation in advance. To reward you for your excellent effort and outcomes, I will make this project worth 100 points of your project grade. Perform your best and receive your just rewards!

Preamble Activity
“We the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.”

Constitutional Theater Activity **--> -->(Post Skits in this link!) <-- <--**
1.Preamble Activity 2. Revise Constitutional Theater Activity 3. Federalists vs Anti-Federalists Activity
 * Homework:**

Bill of Rights


[|Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists Activity]


 * Unit Wrap-Up**

__**Homework:**__ Chapter 6 Study Guide [|Chapter 6 Resources] Begin reading Chapter 7 p. 195-207

(Review Multiple Choice Strategies for Quiz and answer any questions from Study Guide.)

Prepare for Chapter 6 Quiz Begin reading Chapter 7 p. 195-207
 * Homework:**

Hamilton vs. Jefferson T-Square
In your new teams, please complete a T-Square contrasting Hamilton and Jefferson's views regarding the following: political philosophy, economics, foreign policy, constitutional issues, slavery, and military.

The Impact of Early American Media--The First Amendment at Work
Review project requirements.

Press Briefing #1

 * Hamilton's Three-Part Plan for the Economy:** 1) Funding and Assumption; 2) The Bank of the U.S.; 3) Funding Manufacturing
 * Defending Neutrality:** 1) French Revolution; 2) Proclamation of Neutrality; 3) Jay's Treaty


 * Homework:** Finish Chapter 7; Work on "The Impact of Early American Media" project

[|The Whiskey Rebellion]
Chart the Causes-Course-Consequences of the Whiskey Rebellion.

[|Washington's Farewell Address]

 * 1) What does he mean when he says that "a free people ought to be constantly awake" (paragraph 3)?
 * 2) What foreign policy guidelines did Washington recommend for the U.S.A.?
 * 3) How does he contrast the U.S. to Europe?

[|George Washington's Report Card]
Check out [|George Washington's Domestic Policy] and [|George Washington's Foreign Policy] for background information to help with your analysis. Greenstein, Fred I. //The Presidential Difference: Leadership Style from FDR to George W. Bush//. Princeton: The Free Press, 2004.
 * **Public Communicator:** communication style and efficacy in public terms.
 * **Organizational Capacity:** ability to rally his colleagues and structure their activities effectively.
 * **Political Skill:** ability to work with and maneuver others to get things done.
 * **Vision:** has a clear sense of direction for the nation and how to get there.
 * **Cognitive Style:** ability to process information and advice efficiently.
 * **Emotional Intelligence:** managing emotions constructively rather than allowing them to overtake and diminish leadership.

The Adams Presidency

 * Homework:** Complete "The Impact of Early American Media" project; Due 10/29 at 8:00 A.M.

The Impact of Early American Media--The First Amendment at Work
Extra! Extra! Read all about it!!

Jefferson vs Burr in 1800
Read and discuss "Cliffhanger" by John Ferling. Was the election of 1800 really "a peaceful revolution?"

Visualizing Jefferson
Watch and discuss the highlights of Jefferson's presidency. Was Jefferson successful at meeting his goals?

The FRQ & You

 * Homework:** Read Chapter 8 p. 224-238. Writing Workshop Due Writing Workshop Group #1. Begin preparing for War of 1812 Press Conference Activity Due 11/3 (E) and 11/4 (G).

Visualizing Jefferson
Watch and discuss the highlights of Jefferson's presidency. Was Jefferson successful at meeting his goals?


 * Homework:** Finish Chapter 8. Prepare for War of 1812 Press Conference.

Writing Workshop
Chooose a writing workshop partner. Then, please go to [|AP U.S. NING SITE] and assess your partner's work using the DBQ/FRQ rubric. Remember that the "Documents" part of the rubric does not apply to FRQ responses. Please also leave a response for your partner to help your partner improve in the future. Finish your critique in 15 minutes.



War of 1812 Press Conference
[|Chapter 7 Resources] [|Chapter 8 Resources]
 * Homework:** Chapter 7-8 Quiz on Friday, 11/7. Refer to Study Guide.

Visualizing Madison
Watch video of Madison's presidency and take a quiz on it. Easy quiz grade here for those who watch closely and carefully.

Introduce Antebellum America
Timeline Activity with QuickStudy American History timeline. Download the following attachment and follow the directions. Winners will enjoy a delicious treat from thebrightestman upon my return.



Antebellum America Project
Begin reading for your project.


 * Homework:** Study for Chapter 7-8 Quiz on Friday. Finish reading for your project. Next class will be a workday.