What is History?
America's Founding Ideals (Pt 1)
America's Founding Ideals (Pt 2)
Key Vocab
Wild Card!
100
A book of commentary from someone who was NOT present at the event or perhaps not even alive during that time period.
Secondary Source
100
Where can we find references to America's founding ideals?
The Declaration of Independence (1776)
100
This time period is known for rebirth of Black Culture, with musicians, artists, writers, and entertainers achieving great success.
The Harlem Renaissance OR The Roaring Twenties/ 1920s
100
Information historians use to prove something or support a conclusion
Evidence
100
This historian had a very critical view of Columbus, calling him a murderer and a thief.
Kirkpatrick Sale
200
The process of assigning meaning to historical events. Basically, why does it matter?
Historical Interpretation
200
This ideal simply means -- FREEDOM. Both literally and in terms of choosing how you live your life.
Liberty
200
Some folks argue that this war, fought from 1860-1865, was a positive example of rights and liberty for our country; while others make the case that it happened to late and the issue of slavery should have been dealt with far sooner. What war am I referencing?
The Civil War
200
The term for when historians have different interpretations of an event or person's legacy.
Point of View
200
They "stole" my hat! ;)
Mr. Matt (PD 2)
Ms. Mary (PD 3)
Ms. Mr. Dan (PD 6)
300
What is ONE of the four reasons to study history from Chapter 1? (I only need one, but feel free to list more ;)
1. Develop Empathy for Others
2. Makes You a Better Thinker
3. Helps Avoid Past Mistakes
4. It's Interesting!
300
This ideal means you have the CHANCE to achieve your hopes and dreams.
Opportunity
300
MLK Jr and other Civil Rights Activists traveled to THIS city in 1963, to hold protests and demonstrations against segregation and Jim Crow laws.
Birmingham, Alabama
300
The condition of being treated the same as someone else.
Equality
300
He wrote the story about debating whether to help the white woman with three kids on the subway in New York.
Jesus Colon
400
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Who said this quote?
"History, despite it's wrenching pain, cannot be unlived; but if faced with courage, need not be lived again."
400
A privilege granted to you by law or agreement. Basically, this is the term for what you are allowed to do in a society.
Rights
400
In the mid 1960s, the United States sent hundreds of thousands of troops to fight in THIS conflict. When you visit Washington D.C. in the spring, you can walk by the memorial there and see the 58,318 names of American soldiers who died there.
The Vietnam War
400
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What is ONE example of a different type of government than democracy?
400
Look at the scarf above our door that reads "You'll Never Walk Alone." What team does this represent?
Liverpool FC
500
An artifact, such as an eyewitness account of a Civil War battle, would be considered this.
Primary Source
500
A system of government that derives its power from the "consent of the governed." The people being in charge have to listen to the people they are leading.
Democracy
500
During this time period, many Americans had trouble finding jobs, which in turn made it almost impossible for them to have the basic necessities to live. Many argue that this shows America's failure to live up to some of her ideals -- specifically equality, opportunity, and democracy.
The Great Depression
500
Columbus's journal entry (that we read in class) is an example of THIS type of source:
Primary Source
500
How many years has Mr. B worked at FCHS????
19... Well, this is my 19th year, so technically 18 going on 19 :) I'll accept either answer!!!!