“A Dangerous Crossing” Unit 3: Lesson 11

John Adams. John Quincy Adams “John”. “Johnny” 2nd President John Adams John Quincy Adams “John” “Johnny” 2nd President 6th President 1797-1801 1825-1829 DAD SON

Background Information What is John Quincy Adams most known for?  John Quincy Adams was son of Founding Father and 2nd President of the United States John Adams. He was known as much for his government service before and after being president as when he was president.  Growing Up  Adams grew up during the time of the American Revolution. He even observed part of the Battle of Bunker Hill from a distance when he was a child. When his father became ambassador to France and later the Netherlands, John Quincy traveled with him. John learned much about European culture and languages from his travels, becoming fluent in both French and Dutch.  Adams returned to the United States after the war and enrolled in Harvard University. He graduated in 1787 and became a lawyer in Boston. 

Cause and Effect The author lists one or more causes and the resulting effect or effects Key Words to look for: Reasons why If…then… As a result… Therefore… …because…

Graphic Organizer Flow Chart/Inference map

Primary Sources First hand accounts or information from a specific historical time and place Examples: An original photograph diary journal letters documents artifacts

Why would the author include a primary source (John Adam’s diary) in the story? Adams firsthand description of the conditions adds historical authenticity to the story. It is more powerful than just reading an author’s description. Primary sources are important to historical fiction narratives because they can contribute historical facts and details to the fiction.

Visual Elements Illustrations and visual elements add meaning to the text of the story. They present readers with concrete images of the characters, settings, and events. Some communicate a tone-a particular attitude toward the subject

Classroom Conversation Independently Read “A Dangerous Crossing” Turn and Talk about the Classroom Conversation Questions on p. 342 with your group. Discuss the Essential Question: What can individuals do to help shape a new government?

Quick Write On theme paper quick write a response to following question using as many of your lesson 11 vocabulary words as possible: Explain why the voyage by John Adams was important and describe some of the challenges faced by Adams, Johnny, and the crew.