2. Drop Everything and Read!

4. EYEWITNESS CHALLENGE Describe the picture that was projected on the board. Give as much detail as you can Who, what, where, how many, When How many people were involved Describe the people to the best of your ability What is happening in the picture. Put in your

5. 1.Read the DBQ at your table. There should be four copies. If there are more than four people at your table some of you will have to share. 2.Write a news article about the attack on Fort Sumter based on the information in the document. 1.Remember: News articles emphasize who, what, where, when, how and why 2.Yes, you may include drawings FORT SUMTER DBQ ASSIGNMENT

6. THE CIVIL WAR AND THE EVOLUTION OF MODERN WARFARE PROJECT Evolution of Warfare During the Civil War July 21, 1861 – July 4 1863 Naval Campaigns Campaign in the West July 5, 1863 -- End Lee’s WarGrant’s War Include Analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of both sides for each section Evaluation of why the Northern strategy was ultimately successful Lessons learned about modern warfare Specific examples that prove your analysis and evaluation is correct. Project must be Freakin’ Awesome! Include Analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of both sides for each section Evaluation of why the Northern strategy was ultimately successful Lessons learned about modern warfare Specific examples that prove your analysis and evaluation is correct. Project must be Freakin’ Awesome! Create a poster that describes the evolution of warfare from the beginning of the Civil War to the end of the Civil War. Things to look at: Changes in strategy, technology, leadership, economic and foreign policy components

7. Analyze the factors that caused the Civil War to last for four years. Evaluate the following statement: “After four years of warfare, a Northern victory was inevitable.” CIVIL WAR PROJECT CULMINATING QUESTIONS

8. 1.What two themes does Lincoln address in this first Inaugural Speech? 2.Give two examples each from the speech that summarize Lincoln’s position on these two themes. Summarize, in your own terms, Lincoln’s position on these two themes. 3.According to Lincoln, what are some of the issues that the Constitution does not specifically address? 4.What is Lincoln’s goal is giving this speech? 5.The second to last paragraph is, in my opinion, a veiled threat. Support or refute my opinion. (take a position: No squishy thinking) 6.How effectively did Lincoln satisfy his stated goals in this first Inaugural Address? Use SHFs to support your evaluation. LINCOLN’S FIRST INAUGURAL ADDRESS

9. InterestGoalsImportant People and Groups Deeds Lincoln Northern Democrats Radical Republicans Women African Americans CIVIL WAR POLICIES Which was the most influential interest in Union politics during the Civil War?

10. DeedsSummary Commander in Chief Foreign Policy Economics The Constitution Public Speaking Civil Rights (Slavery) Evaluate the changes resulting from the Lincoln Administration LINCOLN REPORT CARD

11. TangibleIntangible 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. CONSEQUENCES OF THE CIVIL WAR Create a description or a depiction of the United States before and after the Civil War: Explain what challenges the United States faces in coming back together in the face of such consequences.

12. 1.Compare Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address to the first Inaugural Address that you read last class. Identify at least three differences between these speeches. Defend the differences you observe by citing specific statements in each speech. 2.Based on the differences, what do you think was the purpose of the second inaugural as compared to the first. Cite specific lines from the text to reinforce your opinion. 3.According to Lincoln, how does he represent the hardships of the Civil War as an act of God? 4.The last paragraph of this inaugural address is perhaps the best part of the speech. What does this tell you about Lincoln’s plans for moving forward after the war? LINCOLN’S SECOND INAUGURAL ADDRESS

13. 1.Complete the chart. Give the dates that each president served. 2.Describe the contributions and or consequences of each president and congressional actions with regard to reconstruction. RECONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP Reconstruction Leadership Lincoln Plan Johnson Grant and HayesEvaluate

14. DBQ HINT

15. To what extent is the following statement true: The process of Reconstruction revealed the North’s true dedication to the cause of African American emancipation…which was, at best, only marginal. RECONSTRUCTION QUICK WRITE

16. RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT Create a project summarizing Reconstruction. Elements that must be included Subject Area Wade Davis Bill Black Codes 13 th —15 th Amendments Civil Rights Acts Impeachment Ex parte Milligan Redeemers KuKluxKlan Force Acts Scalawags Freedman’s Bureau Carpetbaggers Military Reconstruction Important People Presidents Political Figures Activists Elements At least 1 Map At least 2 Graphs/Charts Timeline Create a project summarizing Reconstruction. Elements that must be included Subject Area Wade Davis Bill Black Codes 13 th —15 th Amendments Civil Rights Acts Impeachment Ex parte Milligan Redeemers KuKluxKlan Force Acts Scalawags Freedman’s Bureau Carpetbaggers Military Reconstruction Important People Presidents Political Figures Activists Elements At least 1 Map At least 2 Graphs/Charts Timeline GoalsMajor Events and People Responses/Resistance toEvaluation Southern Whites Southern Blacks Radical Republicans Old Southern Elite Accomplishments Shortcomings Major Legislation Milestones

17. Last Year’s Activities

18. Based on what you learned in your project, how close did the Confederacy come to winning the Civil War? Why didn’t the Confederacy win? Explain. CIVIL WAR QUICK WRITE

19. Students will create a graphic representation in which they link the Battle of Antietam to the Thirteenth Amendment. Elements that must be included in the graphic are: Battle of Antietam Thirteenth Amendment Abraham Lincoln Copperheads War Democrats John C. Fremont General George McClellan Election of 1864 Radical Republicans Emancipation Proclamation Students much choose at least one other element that they feel is an important part of the story. CIVIL WAR POLITICS

20. Peninsula Campaign Battle of Antietam Battle of Gettysburg Battle of Fredericksburg Battle of Chancellorsville Battle of Shiloh Union General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Union General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Union General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Union General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Union General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Union General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Conferate General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Conferate General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Conferate General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Conferate General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Conferate General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Conferate General, Strategy and Stakes Win/Lose Describe Consequences CIVIL WAR BATTLES GALLERY WALK

21. Create a poster on one of the battles below Peninsula Campaign Battle of Antietam Battle of Gettysburg Battle of Chancellorsville Battle of Fredericksburg Battle of Shiloh CIVIL WAR BATTLES Name of Battle Description of the South Description of the North General in charge Strategy Stakes Advantag/ disadvant age Win/Lose General in charge Strategy Stakes Advantag/ disadvant age Win/Lose Describe the Battle Consequences of the Battle

22. 1.Compare the Assassination of Abraham Lincoln as a national crisis to 9/11 as a national crisis. a.What effect did these crises have on the nation as a whole? b.What were the consequences of these crises? c.Which do you think was worse? Explain RELATING TO TODAY

23. Answer the Following Question Support Your Answer Using SHFs and GHFs Did the South mostly accept Reconstruction, or did the South mostly resist Reconstruction? You can use whatever method you want to answer this question, but it must include clear SHFs and GHFs. ANALYSIS OF RECONSTRUCTION

24. 1.What are some “states rights” arguments that are being made today? 2.Who is being presented as a “states rights” candidate for this election? 3.What are three things the author says about the “states rights” argument? 4.According to Justice Louis Brandeis, what may the function of states be? 5.What does the author mean when he says “there are no federalists in political foxholes.” 6.What do you think about the states rights issue? CURRENT EVENT: STATES RIGHTS

25. 1.Why did the South secede from the Union? 2.Compare and contrast the relative advantages of the North and the South during the Civil War? 3.What was the most significant battle of the Civil War and why? 4.Evaluate the terms of the Emancipation Proclamation? 5.How did the Border States influence Union policy during the Civil War? 6.How did the economy of the North compare to the economy of the South during the Civil War? 7.Why do you think Abraham Lincoln had such a difficult time finding generals to lead the Union army? 8.Analyze the debate between Presidential Reconstruction and Radical Reconstruction after the Civil War. 9.What were the outcomes of the Reconstruction Era? 10.Analyze the changes and continuities in the lives of former slaves during the Civil War and Reconstruction period. CIVIL WAR/RECONSTRUCTION QUIZ

26. 1.From the point of view of a Union Soldier, describe Grant’s Virginia Campaign 1.Include reference to The Wilderness 2.Cold Harbor 3.Petersburg 4.RichmondOr 2.From the point of view of the Confederate Soldier, describe Grant’s and Sherman’s Campaign. LEE VS. GRANT ASSIGNMENT

27. North South CIVIL WAR MATCHING Sort the words below into the appropriate columns: Robert E. Lee Anaconda Plan Victory at Gettysburg Monitor Victory at Bull Run Ulysses S. Grant Confederacy Sherman’s March to the Sea Secession Fort Sumter Home field advantage Industrial power Merrimack Jefferson Davis Emancipation Proclamation

28. Write your thoughts about the following topic. Should be at least one good, strong paragraph. You have 15 minutes: Now that the Civil War is ended, how do you think Lincoln and the Union should bring the former confederacy back into the nation? Remember, the goal is to re-create a single nation. What policies should the North pursue with regard to the South? CIVIL WAR QUICK WRITE

29. 5 Minutes! Place Composition books on the student desk LAST MINUTE STUDY