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I will tell you what to write.
We will be taking notes & I will tell you what to write. First, take out two sheets of paper and answer this question: In what ways did the lives of American citizens improve during the Progressive Era?
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Where were we? Were the issues the progressives investigated solved yet? Political corruption Social conditions Voting rights Labor Issues Health & Safety
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Milestones in the teens
First Gas Stoves and Ovens for homes Early domestic refrigerators Aunt Jemima boxed pancake mix Piggly Wiggly
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Where were we as a society?
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WW1 (US )
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Mexican Revolution Write This: Why: How: Tampico**
Weakened Constitution How: Military Coup led by that guy Tampico** Wilson sent Marines **on study guide Gen. Victoriano Huerta**
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Mexican Revolution Why on Earth would we send troops into Mexico?!
What piece of legislation would prompt us to intervene?
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Mexican Revolution Write this: Guerilla Warfare Columbus, New Mexico
Wilson sends troops to capture Villa Led by John Pershing** Gray Suit, Pancho Villa** **on study guide
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He was ultimately unsuccessful at catching Villa; so what was the point?
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Write this on your Bellringer
Put up your notes! & Write this on your Bellringer
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You will turn this in 1. List 3 ways that the US modernized
2. Describe 2 reasons for the US to invade Mexico 3. Evaluate President Wilson’s actions. Would you have sent troops into Mexico too? Why/why not? (Complete sentences!) Make sure your name is on your paper!
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