Welcome back from Thanksgiving!
James Madison, James Monroe, & JQA
Pres Projects due Friday, Dec 2!
Day 1 & 2
In Class: The War of 1812 -- Answering the three Q's
Essential Q’s
What were some contributing factors to the War of 1812?
How was the War of 1812 a completely different war than the Revolutionary War? Provide three examples.
After reading about the War of 1812, write two paragraphs that explain the important people & events of the War of 1812.
The Greatest Battle Footage of ALL TIME!
Day 3 & 4
In Class: James Monroe & John Quincy Adams' presidencies!
- What were the main issues during James Monroe’s presidency?
- What were the details of Henry Clay’s American system? Does it sound like a good idea? Why/why not?
- Explain the details of the Mizzouri Compromise and whether you think it was a good compromise. Why was it good/bad? How is slavery dividing the nation?
- What was the main point of the Monroe Doctrine? Does the US have the authority/power to make such a statement? Do you think the United States sorta acts like this now in foreign policy?
- Explain whether you think General Andrew Jackson abused his power when he went into Florida?
- Explain the circumstances of how John Quincy Adams won the Election of 1824.
- What were some of JQA’S goals as president?
John Quincy Adams!