Jada Baxter

HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/2A
Standards:
STANDARD 6: Analyze the nature of territorial and population growth, and its impact in
the early decades of the new nation.
a. Describe the construction of the Erie Canal, the rise of New York City, and the development
of the nations infrastructure. (p. 228-230)
STANDARD 7: Explain the process of economic growth, its regional and national impact
in the first half of the 19th century, and the different responses to it.
a. Explain the impact of the Industrial Revolution as seen in Eli Whitneys invention of the
cotton gin and his development of interchangeable parts for muskets. (p. 231-232, 236)
b. Describe the westward growth of the United States including the emerging concept of
Manifest Destiny. (p. 300-301)
Narrative:
During this time, a lot of economic growth was taking place and the factory system is born. The
construction of the Erie Canal was an important factor because it reduced the cost of shipping
goods and as a result, New York becomes the largest, most important city in the U.S. The
Industrial Revolution not only impacted the economy, but also culture, society, and politics
through machinery and new inventions. Eli Whitneys invention of the cotton gin increased the
demand for slaves while his development of interchangeable parts, which was first used in the
gun industry was cheaper and more efficient and the start of mass production. However, the
North being already industrialized stays that way while the South remains in the same
agricultural state.
Terms:
Erie Canal
Industrial Revolution
Eli Whitney
Cotton gin
Interchangeable parts

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/2A
Standards:
STANDARD 6: Analyze the nature of territorial and population growth, and its impact in
the early decades of the new nation.
b. Describe the reasons for and importance of the Monroe Doctrine. (p. 246)
STANDARD 7: Explain the process of economic growth, its regional and national impact
in the first half of the 19th century, and the different responses to it.
c. Explain Jacksonian Democracy, expanding the suffrage, the rise of popular political culture,
and the development of American nationalism. (p. 249-257)
SSUSH8 The student will explain the relationship between growing north-south divisions
and westward expansion.
a. Explain how slavery became a significant issue in American politics;
b. Explain the Missouri Compromise and the issue of slavery in western states and
territories. (p. 242- 246, 233 238)
c. . Describe the Nullification Crisis and the emergence of states rights ideology; include
the role of John C. Calhoun and development of sectionalism. (p. 255 259)
d. Describe the war with Mexico and the Wilmot Proviso.(p. 305 315)
e. Explain how the Compromise of 1850 arose out of territorial expansion and population
growth. (p. 324 329)
Narrative:
The Monroe Doctrine was an important document during this time period. It was a giant stop
sign to European powers to stay out of the Western Hemisphere and effected foreign policies.
Jacksonian Democracy, a movement aimed at greater rights for the common man resulted in an
extended suffrage for men without property, especially in eastern states. As a result of these
events, new political parties such as the Whigs, Federalists, and Anti-Federalists causing a rise
of political culture. Following the War of 1812, the U.S. had always had a sense of Nationalism
and with that sense of Nationalism came its effects on the economy, politics, and socialism.
Slavery became an important issue and was the main topic of politics during this era. There were
free and slave states around different regions and with the Missouri Compromise of 1820 it
exposed growing division between the North and the South also known as Sectionalism. With
Nullification Crisis that involved a confrontation between South Carolina and the federal
government, states rights finally emerged. Due to this, John C. Calhoun threatened to secede.
Meanwhile, the Wilmot Proviso, proposed by a Whig named Henry Clay was to prohibit

slavery in new territories won from Mexico, however it was never passed. And with the
Compromise of 1850, population and territorial growth took place.
Terms:
Monroe Doctrine
Jacksonian Democracy
Whigs
Federalists
Anti-Federalists
Nationalism
Missouri Compromise
Nullification Crisis
John C. Calhoun
Secede
Wilmot Proviso
Henry Clay
Sectionalism

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/2A
Standards:
STANDARD 7: Explain the process of economic growth, its regional and national impact
in the first half of the 19th century, and the different responses to it.
d. Describe reform movements, specifically temperance, abolitionism, and public school. (p.
277, 278-280, 275)
e. Explain womens efforts to gain the suffrage, including Elizabeth Cady Stanton and the
Seneca Falls convention. (p. 286, 289, 290)
SSUSH8 The student will explain the relationship between growing north-south divisions
and westward expansion.
a. include the slave rebellion of Nat Turner and the Rise of Abolitionism (William Lloyd
Garrison, Frederick Douglass, and the Grimke sisters) (p. 278 285)
Narrative:
During this time period, many reform movements regarding education, temperance, abolitionism,
and women came about. The Temperance Movement aimed at stopping alcohol problems. The
Abolitionist Movement during the nineteenth century sought to end slavery and the Public
School Reform aimed at providing educational opportunities through public schools. It was
during this time period woman finally made an effort to gain Suffrage. Feeling as though they
were in the same boat as slaves, they began the womens movement with goals of greater rights
and opportunities. Women Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton helped organize the
Seneca Falls Convention that marked the beginning of the womens movement in the U.S.
Terms:
Temperance Movement
Abolitionist Movement
Public School Reform
Suffrage
Lucretia Mott
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Seneca Falls Convention

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/2B
Standards:
STANDARD 9: Identify key events, issues and individuals relating to the causes, course,
and consequences of the Civil War.
a. Explain the importance of the growing economic disparity between the North and the South
through an examination of population, functioning railroads, and industrial output. (360-361)
Narrative:
Economically, the North and the South faced many disparities. With transportation
industrializing from turnpikes to canals, traveling has become easier and the cost of shipping is
reducing. The making of railroads, also known as the Iron Horses, becomes the main source of
transportation for the North and the South. And shortly after that, technology is introduced,
changing the ways of family, work, and population. The Lowell system surfaces. However, with
these new innovations the North becomes industrialized with factories and unskilled workers
with an established banking system. The South facing similar industrializations, stays in their
agricultural, farm-like, suburban society.
Terms:

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi

Portfolio Narrative
Political/2B
Standards:
STANDARD 9: Identify key events, issues and individuals relating to the causes, course,
and consequences of the Civil War.
b. Explain the Kansas-Nebraska Act (334-336), the failure of popular sovereignty, Dred Scott
case (341), and John Browns Raid (344-345).
c. Describe President Lincolns efforts to preserve the Union as seen in his second inaugural
address and the Gettysburg speech and in his use of emergency powers, such as his decision
to suspend habeas corpus. (384-385)
d. Describe the role of Ulysses Grant (364), Robert E. Lee (361), Stonewall Jackson, William
T. Sherman (386), and Jefferson Davis (376).
e. Explain the importance of Fort Sumter (353), Antietam (368), Vicksburg (380-381),
Gettysburg (382-384), and the Battle for Atlanta (386-387).
f. Describe the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation. (368-369, 372)
g. Explain the importance of the growing economic disparity between the North and the South
through an examination of population, functioning railroads, and industrial output. (360-361)
STANDARD 10: Identify legal, political, and social dimensions of
Reconstruction
a. Compare and contrast Presidential Reconstruction with Radical Republican
Reconstruction. (402-409)
b. Describe the significance of the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments. (391, 407,
409)
c. Explain the impeachment of Andrew Johnson in relationship to Reconstruction.
(407-408)
d. Analyze how the presidential election of 1876 and the subsequent Compromise
of 1877 marked the end of Reconstruction. (424)

Narrative:
During this time period, many key issues and events have taken place because of the Civil War.
The Kansas-Nebraska Act by Senator Stephen Douglass nullified the Missouri Compromise
and led to the creation of the Republican party. During this time, President Abraham
Lincolns efforts to save the Union is seen in his Second Inaugural Address and Gettysburg
Address in which he explains his main points and what everyone as the people need to do
regarding slavery, government, states, and congress. With the Emancipation Proclamation of

1863, President Lincoln freed slaves living in the Confederate states still in rebellion. The
significance of the thirteenth, fourteenth, and fifteenth amendments was that it gave
citizenship to former slaves and African Americans. Andrew Johnsons Impeachment was one
of the most important events in the Reconstruction Era and resulted from a battle with Johnson
and the Radical Republicans. The Reconstruction Era ended with the 1876 Presidential
Election and the Compromise of 1877 when President Hayes won the election in exchange for
the removal of federal troops remaining in the South.
Terms:
Kansas-Nebraska Act
Stephen Douglass
Republican Party
Abraham Lincoln
Second Inaugural Address
Gettysburg Address
Emancipation Proclamation of 1863
Thirteenth Amendment
Fourteenth Amendment
Fifteenth Amendment
Andrew Johnsons Impeachment
Reconstruction
Radical Republicans
1876 Presidential Election
Compromise of 1877

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/2B
Standards:
STANDARD 10: Identify legal, political, and social dimensions of Reconstruction
e. Explain efforts to redistribute land in the South among the former slaves and provide
advanced education such as Morehouse College, and the Freedmens Bureau. (415-416, 414)
f. Explain Black Codes (405), the Ku Klux Klan (416-418), and other forms of resistance to
racial equality during Reconstruction. (422)
Narrative:
One of the Souths biggest problems was an uneven distribution of land. Their wealth was
centralized on ownership with a few number of white southerners owning almost the entire
region of the land before the Civil War. But after the war, the landless white southerners were
now in the same boat as the freed slaves looking for work. In 1880, almost 10 percent of the
Souths land was owned by African Americans. However, many attempts were taken to make
that a reality. The plan was developed by Radical Republicans and General Sherman but
Congress had no intentions on doing so.
Terms:
Radical Republicans

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/3A
Standards:
STANDARD 11: Describe the growth of big business and technological innovations after
Reconstruction.
1. Explain the impact of the railroads on other industries, such as steel, and on the organization
of big business. (440-441)
2. Describe the impact of the railroads in the development of the West, including the
transcontinental railroad, and the use of Chinese labor. (507-508, 511-512)
3. Identify John D. Rockefeller and the Standard Oil Company and the rise of trusts and
monopolies. (444-446)
4. Describe the inventions of Thomas Edison, including the electric light bulb, motion pictures,
and the phonograph, and their impact on American life. (438-439)
STANDARD 12: Analyze important consequences of American industrial growth.
5. Describe Ellis Island (466-470), the change in immigrants origins to southern and eastern
Europe (464-465), and the impact of this change on urban America. (472-474)
6. Identify the American Federation of Labor and Samuel Gompers. (454)
7. Describe the growth of the western population and its impact on Native Americans (497-500)
with reference to Sitting Bull and Wounded Knee. (500-503)
8. Describe the 1894 Pullman strike as an example of industrial unrest. (455-456, 457)
STANDARD 14: Explain Americas evolving relationship with the world at the turn of the
twentieth century.
14. Explain the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 and anti-Asian immigration sentiment on the
west coast. (523-524)
Narrative:
Railroads greatly impacted industries such oil, steel, and big businesses overall. They made it
easier for large amounts of goods to be transported and quickly received to sell to numerous
people. And with the railroads constantly improving, so did the big businesses. Meanwhile in the
West, railroads were needed to transport goods. And with the railroads came the idea of the
Transcontinental Railroad that would link the East and the West together. However, with the rise
of railroads, also came the use of Chinese labor to build the Transcontinental Railroad. John D.
Rockefeller, a considered Robber Baron, was known for controlling the Standard Oil Trust and
buying his competitors out. The Standard Oil Company marked the beginning of conducting and
building in America. The rise of trusts and monopolies started with the forming of different

companies. The inventions of the Thomas Edison greatly affected American life. Electricity and
technology were soon developed through his inventions of the light bulb, motion pictures, and
the phonograph. Ellis Island was the first immigrant center focused on screening European
immigrants. The American Federation of Labor founded by Samuel Gompers, supported
collective bargaining. During the expanding of the West, American culture is identified, along
with individual, freedom, and democracy. With western expansion, Native are being pushed out
of their homelands. After many attempts to get their land back, the Native Americans suffered
many dreadful events like Wounded Knee, ending with the massacre of hundreds of Native
Americans. Sitting Bull, a tribal chief was arrested and later killed for his resistance of the White
Mans ways of taking Indian land.
Terms:
John Rockefeller
Robber Baron
Thomas Edison
Motion picture camera
Ellis Island
American Federation of Labor
Samuel Gompers
Collective Bargaining
Wounded Knee
Sitting Bull

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/3A
Standards:
STANDARD 13: Identify major efforts to reform American society and politics in the
Progressive Era.
9. Describe the rise of Jim Crow, Plessy v. Ferguson, and the emergence of the NAACP. (520522, 528, 565-567)
10. Describe the significance of progressive reforms such as the initiative, the recall, and (554555) referendum direct election of senators; reform of labor laws; and efforts to improve
living conditions for the poor in cities. (578)
11. Describe the conservation movement and the development of national parks and forests;
include the role of Theodore Roosevelt
Narrative:
During this era, an extreme number of reforms have been made to tackle problems that existed in
society. Reforms such as initiative, recall, and referendum gave citizens the right to place
issues, accept or reject a proposed legislation, and remove elected officials from office. During
this Progressive Era, Theodore Roosevelt served as president and with him came his
conservative ideals. He was all about nature and being a charismatic and energetic person, he
made the Square Deal to benefit small businesses and the poor and prevent the wealthy from
taking advantage of them. He also had this ideal of a strong military to achieve Americas goal
and thought it was moral act to civilize weaker nations in Latin America. Under Roosevelts
presidency, 100 million acres of forest was preserved for public use. He was also known as the
Grandfather of the New Deal.
Terms;
Initiative
Recall
Referendum
Theodore Roosevelt
Square Deal

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/3A
Standards:
STANDARD 13: Identify major efforts to reform American society and politics in the
Progressive Era.
12. Explain Upton Sinclairs The Jungle and federal oversight of the meatpacking industry. (551556)
13. Identify Jane Addams and Hull House and describe the role of women in reform movements.
(552, 557-562)
14. Explain Ida Tarbells role as a muckraker. (551)
Narrative;
During this time period, many efforts to reshape American society and politics in the Progressive
Era have arose. With appearance of the Jim Crow laws, racial segregation in the south was
enforced bringing about the Plessy v Ferguson Supreme Court case that continued on the
constitutionality of Jim Crow laws with its decision of separate but equal. And with these two
significant events comes the arrival of the NAACP established in 1909. Meanwhile a
muckraker, by the name of Upton Sinclair published a book called The Jungle to narrate the
unsanitary and unhealthy conditions in the meatpacking industry. His ultimate goal was to aim
for the publics heart and support the workers. Shortly after the book came out, the Meat
Inspection Act and Pure Food and Drug Act was passed. Jane Addams, an author, social
worker, and NAACP member played a key role in womens suffrage and world peace. She was
also the co-founder of the Hull House in 1889. The Hull House opening its doors to recently
arrived European immigrants. Womens roles during this time period have shifted. Womens
employment has increased. Women have now become economically independent with jobs such
as teaching, nursing, and domestic service. Ida Tarbells role as a muckraker was to expose the
Standard Oil Company for what it truly was and break up trusts and monopolies to expose John
D. Rockefeller.
Terms:
Jim Crow Laws
NAACP
Muckraker
The Jungle
Meat Inspection Act
Pure Food and Drug Act
Jane Addams
Hull House

Ida Tarbell
John D. Rockefeller

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/4A
Standards:
STANDARD 16:

Identify key developments in the aftermath of WWI.

B, Identify Henry Ford, mass production, and the automobile. (660-663)

SSUSHS17: ANALYZE THE CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF THE GREAT

DEPRESSION.
A. Describe the causes, including overproduction, under-consumption, and stock market
speculation that led to the stock market crash of 1929 and the Great Depression. (702-706)
B. Explain the impact of the drought in the creation of the Dust Bowl. (714-715)
C. Explain the social and political impact of widespread unemployment that resulted in
developments such as Hoovervilles. (710-712)

Narrative:
After World War I, many developments were made. Henry Ford, a carmaker, studied the
techniques of meatpacking industries and put the cars he made on assembly lines. Along with his
car making skills, he also brought ideas about mass production. The Model T was a result of it.
The causes of the Great Depression were overproduction, under-consumption, and the Stock
Market crash. So many economic disasters were taking place. Farmers couldnt pay off their
debts because they were making so many products but werent selling them. There was an
uneven distribution of wealth with the rich not buying enough to keep the economy strong.
People were buying so many things on credit with no one to verify it. With the stock market
crash, there was wild speculation and people were buying on the margin. The Dust Bowl
happened shortly after from the combination of drought, wind, and dangerous farming
techniques. Okies migrated to the North and the West as a result of it. With the creation of the
TVA by President Franklin Roosevelt, many jobs were created, electricity was provided, and
forests were replanted. The Wagner Act allowed collective bargaining as a way of negotiating
with a union. It ultimately led to the Fair Labor Standards Act. The Social Security Act also by
President Roosevelt, insured for the elderly.
Terms:
Henry Ford
Mass Production
Model T
Great Depression
Buying on the Margin
Dust Bowl

Okie
Franklin Roosevelt
Wagner Act
Collective Bargaining
Social Security Act
TVA
Speculation

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/4A
Standards:
SSUSHS17: ANALYZE THE CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF THE GREAT
DEPRESSION.
D. Explain the social and political impact of widespread unemployment that resulted in
developments such as Hoovervilles. (710-712)

SSUSHS18: DESCRIBE FRANKLIN ROOSEVELTS NEW DEAL AS A RESPONSE

TO THE DEPRESSION AND COMPARE THE WAYS GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAMS
AIDED THOSE IN NEED.
E. Identify the political challenges to Roosevelts domestic and international leadership; include
the role of Huey Long, the court packing bill, and the Neutrality Act. (746, 739, 779)

Narrative:
During the Great Depression, many people experienced unemployment because of the Stock
Market crash, overproduction, and under-consumption. The unemployment rate increased
dramatically, and with that increase came the anxiety of people losing their jobs due to hours and
wages being cut. Many people became very depressed and either attempted or committed
suicide. Hoovervilles then developed in cities being named after President Herbert Hoover who
was blamed for Americas depression. Hoover flags and blankets would later come about. At the
beginning of Franklin Roosevelts presidency, he created the First New Deal which addressed
relief, recovery, and reform for the U.S. to save capitalism. He would also have his Fireside
Chats on the radio in which he would talk to the American people. He then created the TVA that
provided not only jobs and made dams, but electricity for many people. It provided 40,000
people with power. He then created the Second New Deal which aimed at reform. One of the
important programs from that deal was the Social Security Act and the Pension Plan which
insured the elderly and disabled. Although he was liked by a lot of people because of his New
Deal programs, there were still others who opposed his New Deal programs. Huey Long thought
that Roosevelts programs were unnecessary and proposed the Share Our Wealth program.
With the Court Packing program, Roosevelt wanted to put new justices on the Supreme Court
who would support the New Deal.
Terms:
Great Depression

Hoovervilles
Herbert Hoover
Franklin Roosevelt

New Deal
Fireside Chats
TVA
Second New Deal

Social Security Act

Huey Long
Court Packing

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/4A
Standards:
STANDARD 16:

Identify key developments in the aftermath of WWI.

. Describe modern forms of cultural expression; include Louis Armstrong and the origins of jazz,
Langston Hughes and the Harlem Renaissance, Irving Berlin, and Tin Pan Alley. (690-663)

SSUSHS18: DESCRIBE FRANKLIN ROOSEVELTS NEW DEAL AS A RESPONSE

TO THE DEPRESSION AND COMPARE THE WAYS GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAMS
AIDED THOSE IN NEED.
F. Identify Eleanor Roosevelt as a symbol of social progress and womens activism. (748-749)

Narrative:
Radio and movies greatly impacted America. With The Jazz Singer being the first movie with
sound and the selling of radios that changed the speed with which people gained information, a
culture was forming. Mass culture also developed. The Jazz Age was a period where everyone
was happy and upbeat. Louis Armstrong was a trumpet player who greatly influenced jazz
music. The Harlem Renaissance also developed with Langston Hughes, who wrote about the
black experience and celebrated African American culture. Irving Berlin was part of the Tin Pan
Alley and was known for his song, God Bless America. Eleanor Roosevelt, wife of Franklin
D. Roosevelt, is considered the First Lady of the World. She held her own press conference
and inputted her own social and political influences. She advocated for the rights of the poor,
minorities, and the disadvantaged, and participated in the League of Women.
Terms:
Louis Armstrong
Jazz
Harlem Renaissance
Langston Hughes
Eleanor Roosevelt
Franklin Roosevelt

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/3B
Standards:
STANDARD 15: Analyze the origins and impact of U.S. involvement in World War I.
A. Explain the domestic impact of World War I, as reflected by the origins of the Great Migration, the Espionage
Act, and socialist Eugene Debs. (634, 632)

B. STANDARD 16: Identify key developments in the aftermath of WWI.

C. Explain how rising communism and socialism in the United States led to the Red Scare and immigrant
restriction. (649-650)

Narrative:
World War I greatly impacted the U.S. During the war, there were many jobs left open for
minorities and women to take. With the Great Migration, many African Americans left the
segregated south in search for factory jobs up north. Eugene Debs put together the American
Railway Union which would later be involved in the Pullman Strike. As for immigrants during
this time period, because Americans were so threatened by them, the Americans supported
numerous laws to restrict certain groups of immigrants, forming the American Protective
Association. Immigrants that were targeted were Chinese, Central, and Southern Europeans. Also
during this time, the Chinese were heavily discriminated against and therefore, the Chinese
Exclusion Act, which was the first immigration law, outlawed Chinese immigration until the
1920s and as a result of it, Nativists got their jobs taken away.
Terms:
Great Migration

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/3B
Standards:
STANDARD 14: Explain Americas evolving relationship with the world at the turn of the
twentieth century.
B. Describe the Spanish-American War, the war in the Philippines, and the debate over American
expansionism. (592-598, 599-601, 598)
C. Explain U.S. involvement in Latin America, as reflected by the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe
Doctrine and the creation of the Panama Canal. (604-609)

STANDARD 15: Analyze the origins and impact of U.S. involvement in World War I.
D. Describe the movement from U.S. neutrality to engagement in World War I, with reference to unrestricted
submarine warfare. (624-625, 626)
E. Explain the domestic impact of World War I, as reflected by the origins of the Great Migration, the Espionage
Act, and socialist Eugene Debs. (634, 632)
F.

Explain Wilsons Fourteen Points and the proposed League of Nations. (641-645)

G. Describe passage of the Eighteenth Amendment, establishing Prohibition, and the Nineteenth Amendment,
establishing woman suffrage. (578, 561-562)

STANDARD 16: Identify key developments in the aftermath of WWI.

A. Explain how rising communism and socialism in the United States led to the Red Scare and immigrant
restriction. (649-650)

Narrative:
The Spanish American War was caused by Spanish rule against Cuban rebel, Yellow Press, and
the bombing of the USS Maine. The war in the Philippines took place when George Dewey and
the Navy destroyed the Spanish Navy at Manila Bay. It resulted with the surrender of the
Spanish. The U.S. involvement in Latin America at the turn of the twentieth century wasnt very
strong. The Monroe Doctrine was a giant stop sign to Latin America to remain out of the Western
Hemisphere and Roosevelts Corollary was a re-confirmation of it with an exception that if they
didnt military actions would be taken. However, with the creation of the Panama Canal, the
U.S. became involved. Attempted by the French and with their consent of the Columbian
government, the U.S. Contributed ten million dollars to Panama and created the Panama Canal
Treaty in 1977. At the beginning of World War I, the U.S. was neutral for many reasons. The
U.S.s GNP increased, they didnt know whose side to take, and also because of President
Woodrow Wilsons Moral Diplomacy. However, due to the blockade of German ships going to
America and the sinking of the Lusitania, the U.S. then engaged in the war. The Espionage Act,
through World War I kept everyones mouth shut from giving or doing any undermining things
regarding the war. President Woodrow Wilsons Fourteen Points was aimed at addressing

militarism, alliance, imperialism, and nationalism(MAIN). He also proposed the League of

Nations in order to establish world peace. Through the passage of the eighteenth amendment,
prohibition was established, and through the passage of the nineteenth amendment, womens
suffrage was granted.
Terms:
Yellow Press
George Dewey
Roosevelt Corollary
Woodrow Wilson
Moral Diplomacy
Fourteen Points
Militarism
Imperialism
League of Nations
Panama Canal

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/3B
Standards:
STANDARD 15: Analyze the origins and impact of U.S. involvement in World War I.
H. Describe passage of the Eighteenth Amendment, establishing Prohibition, and the Nineteenth Amendment,
establishing woman suffrage. (578, 561-562)

I. STANDARD 16: Identify key developments in the aftermath of WWI.

J.

Explain how rising communism and socialism in the United States led to the Red Scare and immigrant
restriction. (649-650)

Narrative:
An important issue during this time was prohibition. Because of World War I, many people
depended on alcohol. Temperance reformers have since then campaigned against it. After many
years of fighting with alcohol, the states finally ratified the Nineteenth Amendment in 1919 that
forbade the sale of alcohol. However, there was still plenty of people disobeying the act and
selling and drinking alcohol. The Volstead Act was then passed to enforce the Nineteenth
Amendment. People still drinked, but now they no longer purchased their drinks legally.
Womens suffrage was also established. It was what every woman wanted. Risking their own
lives, women were jailed between and killed fighting for their right to vote. However, in 1917
NWP and NAWSA convinced many legislators to support the passage of the womens suffrage
and in 1919, Congress approved the Nineteenth Amendment which was then passed by the
Tennessee House of Representatives granting women what theyve wanted for the longest.
Terms:

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/4B
Standards:
USHS19: IDENTIFY THE ORIGINS, MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS, AND THE
DOMESTIC IMPACT OF WORLD WAR II, ESPECIALLY THE GROWTH OF THE
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.
c)
Explain major events: include the lend-lease program, the Battle of Midway,
D-Day, and the fall of Berlin. (785, 807, 819, 823)
d)
Describe war mobilization, as indicated by rationing, war-time conversion,
and the role of women in war industries. (792, 814, 809)
e)
Describe Los Alamos and the scientific, economic, and military implications of
developing the Atomic Bomb
f)
Compare the geographic locations of the European Theater and the Pacific
Theater and the difficulties the U.S. faced in delivering weapons, food, and medical
supplies to troops.
SSUSH21 The student will explain the impact of technological
development and economic growth on the United States, 1945-1975.
Describe the impact of competition with the USSR as evidenced by the launch of
Sputnik I and President

Narrative:
Many major events took place during this time period. The Battle of Midway resulted in a U.S.
victory, and the overextension of the Japanese. D-Day, also known as Operation Overlord, was
an invasion of France in which the Germans were defeated. Dwight D. Eisenhower was a
commander and U.S. general during this time. The Fall of Berlin leads to V-E Day after Russian
forces came into Germany. Adolf Hitler demanded that the women and children fight while he
hides in his bunker. Hitler later commits suicide and a couple of days later, Germany surrenders.
The Fall of Berlin officially marks the end of the war in Europe. War mobilization during the
war was complex. Food was rationed to where everyone could only eat a certain amount of food
in order to provide for the military. Factories converted to making military supplies. With the
men away at war, women held the jobs that men would normally have bringing a sense of
independence for women. The Manhattan Project supported by Albert Einstein, was the atomic
bomb project in which research at Los Alamos was being provided to develop an atomic bomb
for the war. When the project was finally completed, the U.S. had spent over two million dollars.
Terms:
Battle of Midway
D-Day
Dwight D. Eisenhower

Rationing
Manhattan Project
Atomic Bomb

Adolf Hitler
Fall of Berlin
Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/4B
Standards:
SSUSH20 The student will analyze the domestic and international impact
of the Cold War on the United States
1. Describe the creation of the Marshall Plan, U.S. commitment to Europe,
the Truman Doctrine, and the origins and implications of the containment
policy. (850, 848)
2. Explain the impact of the new communist regime in China, the outbreak of
the Korean War, and how these events contributed to the rise of Senator
Joseph McCarthy. (854, 855-857, 873-875)
3. Explain the role of geography on the U.S. containment policy, the Korean
War,

Narrative:
The creation of the Marshall Plan made Europe prosperous again and prevented the spread of
communism and those regions that were devastated by war were rebuilt. The U.S. was so
committed to Europe by the Marshall Plan and put millions of dollars into it. President Harry
Truman also created the Truman Doctrine that helped other nations to overcome the spread of
communism. In 1949, Mao Zedong announced the foundation of the Peoples Republic of China.
While in Korea, the Korean War happened as a result of the 38th Parallel and the Cold War
tensions. At the beginning of 1950 with South Korea having the defense of twenty-one countries
of the United Nations, Joseph McCarthy became the most public figure that brought the fears of
widespread communism back to the US.S. He claimed there were communists working inside
the U.S. Federal government and everywhere.
Terms:
Marshall Plan
Harry Truman
Truman Doctrine
38th Parallel
Cold War

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/4B
Standards:
USHS19: IDENTIFY THE ORIGINS, MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS, AND THE
DOMESTIC IMPACT OF WORLD WAR II, ESPECIALLY THE GROWTH OF THE
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.
a)
Explain A. Philip Randolphs proposed March on Washington, D.C., and
President Franklin D. Roosevelts response. (810)
b)
Explain the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the internment of JapaneseAmericans, German-Americans, and Italian-Americans. (789, 813)

Narrative;
A Philip Randolph was an African American leader who believed that African Americans
should no longer stand as second-class citizens and that they demand for their rights. He
organized his ideas with a protest on the March on Washington, D.C. He presented these
demands to President Franklin Roosevelt and FDR feeling pressured to address Civil Rights
immediately, issued the Executive Order 8802 that assured fair hiring practices in any
government-funded job. Although at first neutral, the U.S. became involved in World War II after
the attack at Pearl Harbor resulting in heavy U.S. casualties. The War Department shortly
thereafter, initiated internment of Japanese, Germans, and Italians.
Terms:
A Philip Randolph
March on Washington
Franklin Roosevelt
Internment

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/5A
Standards:
SSUSH20 The student will analyze the domestic and international impact of the Cold War on the United States
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.

Describe the Cuban Revolution, the Bay of Pigs, and the Cuban missile crisis. (956-958)
Describe the Vietnam War, the Tet offensive and growing opposition to the war. (984-991, 995-996)
Explain the role of geography on the U.S. containment policy, the Korean War, the Bay of Pigs, the Cuban missile crisis,
and the Vietnam War.
SSUSH21 The student will explain the impact of technological development and economic growth on the United
States, 1945-1975.
Describe the baby boom and its impact as shown by Levittown and the Interstate Highway Act. (883, 889, 890)
Analyze the impact television has had on American life; include the development of the personal computer and the
expanded use of air conditioning. (
Describe the impact of competition with the USSR as evidenced by the launch of Sputnik I and President Eisenhowers
actions. (865, 895)

Narrative:
During the mid-40s and up until the mid-50s, the U.S. experienced the baby boom with one
baby being born every 7 seconds. With many soldiers returning home to marry and have
children. And with the baby boom came the rise of Levittowns with many Americans moving to
the suburbs with hopes of living the average American life of a house, car, and children. The
Interstate Highway Act would come shortly after because of the suburban growth resulting with
thousands of miles of track with multilane expressways that would connect major cities.
Television during this time greatly impacted American life as seen through the election of 1960
with Kennedy v Nixon. The use of the personal computer and air conditioning greatly helped
America. The Cuban Revolution took place during JFKs presidency. The Bay of Pigs
Invasion originally planned by Eisenhower and authorized by the CIA, failed to invade Cuba
and only strengthened Fidel Castro because it was poorly misled. The invasion left many
Cubans and Americans mad at JFK. A year later after the U.S. found out that Russia was building
nuclear missiles in Cuba, JFK demanded that they be removed immediately. He then made the
deal that he would remove U.S. missiles in Italy and Turkey in exchange that Russia remove
theirs in Cuba. The Cuban Missile Crisis lasted six days and during those days people were
scared that a nuclear war would start. However, Nikita Khrushchev removed the missiles
because JFK had approved of the Cuban blockade. After JFKs assassination, Lyndon B.
Johnson was sworn in and shortly thereafter America would be led into the Vietnam War. The
war arose from the Cold War. It was the American belief that communism threatening to
overpower South-East Asia. In 1968, Tet Offensive would take place which resulted in a wakeup
call to Americans who realized that the Communists werent going to give up so easily.
Terms;
Election of 1960
Bay of Pigs Invasion
Kennedy v Nixon
Fidel Castro
Baby Boom
Personal Computer
Cuban Missile Crisis
Levittowns
Air Conditioning
Nikita Khrushchev
Interstate Highway Act
JFK
Lyndon B. Johnson
Television
Cuban Revolution
Vietnam War

Tet Offensive

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/5A
Standards:
SSUSH22 The student will identify dimensions of the Civil Rights movement, 1945 1970.
a. Explain the importance of President Truman order to integrate the U.S. military and the federal government.
b. Describe the causes and consequences of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
SSUSH23 The student will describe and assess the impact of political developments between 1945 and 1970.
a. Describe the Warren Court and the expansion of individual rights as seen in the Miranda decision. (972-973)
b. Explain Lyndon Johnsons Great Society, including the establishment of Medicare. (969-971)
c. Describe the social and political turmoil of 1968, including the assassinations of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Robert F.
Kennedy, and the events surrounding the Democratic National Convention. (996-999)

Narrative:
When Harry Truman became president in the mid-40s he supported Civil rights and signed the
Executive Order 9981. Due to the many boycotts and non-violent protests lead by people
supporting Civil Rights and African Americans, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the Civil
Rights Act of 1964 is passed. However, with the passage of these acts came many riots and
attacks. With Warren Court supporting Civil rights under Chief Justice Earl Warren,
individuals were constantly acquitted because of their rights being violated. With the Miranda v
Arizona, a man was arrested for the kidnapping and rape of a woman but because he wasnt read
his rights he never received a punishment. During Lyndon B. Johnsons presidency, he
established many things in his Great Society program like education, poverty, discrimination,
and health care. The establishment of Medicare was one of his most beneficial programs. It
provided health care for the elderly. The year of 1968 was a very dreadful year full of death and
violence. Not only was it the year of the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert
F. Kennedy but it was also the year that during the Democratic Convention, Lyndon B.
Johnson announced that he would not be re-electing as president.
Terms;
Harry Truman
Voting Rights Act of 1965
Civil Rights Act of 1964
Warren Court
Earl Warren
Miranda v. Arizona
Lyndon B. Johnson
Great Society
Medicare
Martin Luther King Jr.
Robert F. Kennedy
Democratic Convention

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/5A
Standards:
SSUSH21 The student will explain the impact of technological development and economic growth on the United States,
1945-1975.
a.

Describe the impact television has had on American culture; include the presidential debates (Kennedy/ Nixon, 1960)
(897, 900, 953)

b.

SSUSH22 The student will identify dimensions of the Civil Rights movement, 1945 1970.

c. SSUSH23 The student will describe and assess the impact of political developments between 1945 and 1970.
SSUSH24 The student will analyze the impact of social change movements and organizations of the 1960s
a. Describe the National Organization of Women and the origins and goals of the modern womens movement. (1023)
b. Analyze the anti-Vietnam War movement. (992-994, 998-999, 1002-1003)
c. Analyze Cesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers movement. (1029-1030)
d. Explain the importance of Rachel Carsons Silent Spring and the resulting developments; include Earth Day, the creation
of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the modern environmentalist movement. (1034-1035, 1036-1037))
e. Describe the rise of the conservative movement as seen in the presidential candidacy of Barry Goldwater (1964) and the
election of Richard M. Nixon (1968). (968-969, 999)

Narrative;
During this time, many movements regarding civil rights, women, Vietnam, conservatism, and
farming were developing. Jackie Robinson, an African American player on the Brooklyn
Dodgers team was the first to integrate the MLB in 1947 and went through many hardships to do
so. However, many African Americans still faced discrimination in other fields of life like
education. Schools were still segregated. However, in 1954, in the Brown v Board of
Education, segregation was declared unconstitutional and three years later nine African
American students would be the first to integrate a high school in Arkansas and would become
known as the Little Rock Nine. MLKs Letter from a Birmingham Jail speech was significant
because it defended African Americans strategy of non-violent resistance to discrimination. In
that same year of 1963, he would give his I Have a Dream speech that speaks the end of racism
and discrimination. Also during the 1960s, the NOW is formed aiming at equality for women.
The United Farm Workers movement is also formed by Cesar Chavez in which boycotts and
strikes took place to grant farmers more rights and equalities. Those who opposed the Vietnam
War also formed the Anti-Vietnam War Movement. During this time period, Rachel Carson
published her book, Silent Spring, which documented the effects of everyday life on the
environment. After her book was published, a debate about the role of the government in
environmental affairs surfaced. Earth Day was a response to her book. The creation of the
Environmental Protection Agency established the protection and cleaning of the environment
to prevent pollution from toxic substances. Barry Goldwater won the Election of 1964 because
of his conservative ideals.
Terms:
Jackie Robinson
Brown v. Board of Education

Little Rock Nine

MLK
Letter from a Birmingham Jail
NOW
United Farmers Workers Movement
Cesar Chavez
Rachel Carson
Earth Day
EPA
Barry Goldwater

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/5B
Standards:
SSUSH25 The student will describe changes in national politics since 1968.
1. Describe domestic and international events of Ronald Reagans presidency, including
Reagonomics, the Iran-contra scandal, and the collapse of the Soviet Union. (1081-1083,
1087-1091)
2. Describe domestic and international events of Ronald Reagans presidency, including
Reagonomics, the Iran-contra scandal, and the collapse of the Soviet Union. (1081-1083,
1087-1091)

Narrative:
During Ronald Reagans presidency, many events took place such as the Iran-Contra Scandal
and the collapse of the Soviet Union. With Reagans Reaganomics, taxes were reduced allowing
the economy to grow. Part of Reaganomics was budget cuts from social programs, increased
military spending, and his Economic Recovery Act of 1981. With the Iran-Contra Scandal,
Reagans administration was strongly embarrassed. While, also in the Soviet Union, Reagan and
Gorbachev fake a friendship which results with the reduction of nuclear weapons from both
countries. The breakup of the Soviet Union then happens marking almost the end of communism.
In the 21st century, with Bush being president, hes faced a lot of terrorism of the U.S. With the
attacks of 9/11, Operation Enduring Freedom is established marking the start of the war on
terrorism. With Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan is invaded by the U.S. military and
its allies.
Terms:
Ronald Reagan
Iran-Contra Scandal
Economic Recovery Act of 1981
George W. Bush
Operation Enduring Freedom

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/5B
Standards:
SSUSH25 The student will describe changes in national politics since 1968.
1. Describe President Richard M. Nixons opening of China, his resignation due to the
Watergate scandal, changing attitudes toward government, and the Presidency of Gerald
Ford. (1009, 1010, 1049-1052, 1055-1057)
2. Explain the Carter administrations efforts in the Middle East including the Camp David
Accords, his response to the 1979 Iranian Revolution and Iranian hostage crisis. (10651067)
3. Explain the relationship between Congress and President Bill Clinton, including the North
American Free Trade Agreement and his impeachment and acquittal. (1111-1112, 1115,
1113)
4. Analyze the 2000 presidential election and its outcome, emphasizing the role of the
Electoral College. (1119-1120)

Narrative:
There have been many changes in politics ever since the late 60s. President Nixon became
president due to his southern strategy and accomplished a lot for the U.S. Due to the Ping Pong
Diplomacy, Nixon opened economic trade in China and then in that same year he would help
with the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty I that would ease cold war tensions between Russia
and the U.S. However, with being an accomplished president, he would also become the first
president to ever resign due to his involvement in the Watergate Scandal. After his resignation,
Gerald Ford then took his place and pardoned him soon after becoming president questioning
whether or not Nixons resignation was intentional or not. And with that pardon, the peoples
trust in politics was forever lost. Jimmy Carter, Fords successor was an outsider in the
Presidential Election of 1976. During his presidency, a lot of downfalls took place. With the
Camp David Accords, under his administration, Israel and Egypt united. However, in 1979, the
Iranian Hostage Crisis took place with Americans being held hostage for almost a year. During
this Iranian Revolution, the U.S. military failed to rescue the hostages and President Carter
couldnt really do anything about it. A couple of years later in 1993, Bill Clinton would become
president. Clintons relationship with Congress was weak considering the fact that Congress was
controlled by the Republican Party. With the North American Free Trade Agreement, a trade
block in North America was created. Unfortunately, in 1998 Clinton would be impeached due to
a scandal involving Monica Lewinsky. He would then be acquitted of his crimes. Two years later,
the 2000 presidential election between Al Gore and George W. Bush would be called the
closest election in American history with both runners have almost 50 percent of votes. Due to
that, Electoral College would have to take place with Bush winning president in the Gore v Bush
Supreme Court case.
Terms;
Richard Nixon

Southern Strategy
Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty I
Watergate Scandal
Gerald Ford
Pardon
Jimmy Carter
Camp David Accords
Iranian Hostage Crisis
Iranian Revolution
North American Free Trade Agreement
2000 Presidential Election
Al Gore
George W. Bush
Gore v Bush

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/5B
Standards:
1. Explain the impact of Supreme Court decisions on ideas about civil liberties and civil
rights, including such decisions as Roe v. Wade (1973) and the Bakke decision on
affirmative action. (1026, 1083, 1062)

Narrative:
The main topics in the Supreme Court were pertaining to civil rights and liberties. With the Roe
V Wade Case the court ruled that a woman could abort a baby as long as it was before the baby
could survive out of the mother and that the decision could be made without the states
interfering. With the Bakke decision on affirmative action, because of a man who was denied
acceptance to California University, it was not ended but the quota systems were dropped in
many universities however, race in admission was still accepted.
Terms;
Roe v Wade
Bakke Decision

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/1A
Standards
SSUSH2 The student will trace the ways that the economy and society of British North
America developed.
a Explain the development of mercantilism and the trans-Atlantic trade. (75-76)
b Describe the Middle Passage, growth of the African population and African-American
culture. (68-71)
c Identify Benjamin Franklin as a symbol of social mobility and individualism. (78,124)
d Explain the significance of the Great Awakening. (79)
Narrative:
During this era, a lot of colonization and exploring was taking place. The three Gs (gold, god,
and glory) were the reasoning of exploration. Jamestown, Virginia having been developed in
1607 was the first successful colony and was created by Virginia Company. The Virginia
Company was a joint-stock company who financed the settlement of Jamestown. Although
successful, it had its problems such as leadership disputes and at one point in time went through
a period of starvation and famine. John Rolfe, who led the Chesapeake region that became the
supplier of tobacco to England, allowed tobacco to become the staple crop that the colonists
needed. There was also the development of slavery during this time. The Triangular Trade,
Northwest Passage, and Middle Passage developed not only slavery, but mercantilism as well
and greatly affected the lives of colonists. The slaves journey to America was harsh while
manufactured goods were being imported and exported from different places around the world.
The growth of African Americans declined due to their living conditions aboard the ships and the
way they were treated, but when they made it to the land and met other African peoples, their
culture diversified. The Mid-Atlantic colonies consisted of family farms that grew wheat, corn,
etc and had excellent trading ports. In fact, NYC and Philadelphia became thriving commercial
centers because of this. At the same time, the Dutch established New Netherland in 1615 and
built New Amsterdam at the tip of Manhattan. It was the largest town and major sea port and the
English soon took it over. In 1681, William Penn, founded Pennsylvania which became a haven
for Quakers like himself. Quebec being the first permanent European settlement in Canada was
settled by the France as a trade defense from enemies. The Southern, Middle, and New England
colonies had their own developments going on. Each varying differently from one another,
specializing in their own fields. Each having their own means of transportation, settlement,
religion, and economic base greatly impacting colonists.
Terms:
Virginia Company
Triangular Trade
Mercantilism
Joint-Stock Company
Northwest Passage
William Penn
John Rolfe
Middle Passage

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/1A
Standards
SSUSH3 the student will explain the primary causes of the American Revolution.
a Explain how the end of Anglo-French imperial competition as seen in the French and
Indian War and the 1763 Treaty of Paris laid the groundwork for the American
Revolution.
b Explain colonial response to such British actions as the Proclamation of 1763, the Stamp
Act, and the Intolerable Acts as seen in Sons and Daughters of Liberty and Committees of
Correspondence.
c Explain the importance of Thomas Paines Common Sense to the movement for
independence.(111)
Narrative:
During the early revolution, a lot of political events were taking place. For example, the
development of the House of Burgesses. It took place in Virginia and was the first representative
body in colonial America and with it, it gave the people the power to make laws and raise taxes.
However, the American Revolution is a significant event during this century and had its primary
causes. The French and Indian War was one cause and the Treaty of Paris 1763 was another.
France and Britain were claiming large amounts of territory like control of the Ohio River Valley
because of its fertile land rivers. The French then started building forts and trading posts along
the Mississippi River and their allies, the Native Americans protected the forts against the
English. As a result of this, the Governor of Virginia, Dinwiddie sent George Washington to evict
the French from the area, but he was defeated at Ft. Duquesne; setting off the war. The Treaty of
Paris 1763 wins Britain control of Canada, the Great Lakes Country, and the Ohio River Valley.
Even though they had territorial gains, Britain also had its losses and was left with a huge war
debt. The Mississippi River becomes boundary between the British and Spanish claims in North
America. Although those two events were the primary causes, the Proclamation of 1763 is what
really leads to the American Revolution. The proclamation angered a lot of colonists because
they were looking forward to settling new territory. The Stamp Act and Intolerable Acts also
left the colonists with a bad taste in their mouths. They felt that both acts were unnecessary and
that they shouldve had a say-so in what was passed or not and that the taxing was for the wrong
reasons. As a result of the anger, groups and organizations such as the Sons of Liberty,
Daughters of Liberty, and the Committees of Correspondence were formed in favor of the
colonists that all had a similar goal which was to really give the colonists what they wanted in
strategic ways. Theres also the importance of Thomas Paines Common Sense. His book
argued for independence in a forceful way. Common Sense sold thousands of copies and most
importantly created a written revolution.
Terms:
House of Burgesses
French and Indian War
Treaty of Paris 1763

Proclamation of 1763
Stamp Act
Intolerable Acts
Sons of Liberty
Daughters of Liberty
Committees of Correspondence
Thomas Paine
Common Sense

HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/1A
Standards
SSUSH1 The student will describe European settlement in North America during the 17th
century.
a
b

c
d
e

Explain Virginias development, including the Virginia Company, tobacco cultivation,

relationships with Native Americans such as Powhatan, development of the House of
Burgesses, Bacons Rebellion, and the development of slavery. (45-48; 68-69)
Describe the settlement of New England including religious reasons, relations with Native
Americans including King Phillips War, the establishment of town meetings and
development of a legislature, religious tensions that led to colonies such as Rhode Island, the
half-way covenant, Salem Witch Trials, and the loss of Massachusetts charter. (51-54)
Explain the development of the mid-Atlantic colonies, including the Dutch settlement of
New Amsterdam and subsequent English takeover, and the settlement of Pennsylvania. (5559)
Explain the reasons for French settlement of Quebec. (41)
Analyze the impact of location and place on colonial settlement, transportation, and
economic development; include the southern, middle and New England colonies.
Narrative:
As a result of all the rebellions, wars, and relationships between people like the Native
Americans and the colonists, a lot of reforms and social events came about. Relationships
between the Native Americans and the colonists have been wishy washy especially during
King Phillip War but Native American Chief Powatan was unlike most of the other Native
Americans because he wanted to contain rather than fight the colonists. Religion was very
critical during this time. Puritans, Seperatists, and Quakers had their own goals for the
church. Puritans coming from the Plymouth colony along with the Church of England
disagreed with the Anglican Church and wanted to purify the Church of England and were
not interested in religious toleration. They moved to England to form their own ideal society.
During this time, the Puritan membership was weakening and declining and a solution to the
problem was the Half-Way Covenant which would allow partial membership for the
children and most importantly the grandchildren of original Purtians. Seperatists on the
other hand began their own church while also forming their first democratic government.
There was a lot of conflict in the church bringing about confusion as well. However, even
through the ups and downs, like the Salem Witch Trials, which had condemned many
people to death because of most likely false accusations, religion continued to play a key role
during the 1600s and 1700s and still continue. It sparked movements such as the Great
Awakening which was greatly inspired by preachers such as George Whitfield and

Johnathan Edwards. People like Roger Williams and Anne Hutchinson made a difference
too.
Terms:
Powatan
Puritans
Separatists
Quakers
Half-Way Covenant
Salem Witch Trials
Great Awakening
George Whitfield
Roger Williams
Anne Hutchinson

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Economic/1B
Standards;
STANDARD 6: Analyze the nature of territorial and population growth, and its impact in
the early decades of the new nation.
a. Describe Jeffersons diplomacy in obtaining the Louisiana Purchase from France and the
territorys exploration by Lewis and Clark. (p. 208-209)
b. Explain major reasons for the War of 1812 and the wars significance on the development
of a national identity. (p. 214-219)
Narrative:
During Thomas Jeffersons presidency, he obtained Louisiana from the French because they
were in need of money. It extended from the Mississippi to the Rocky Mountains. It doubled the
size of the U.S. but contradicted Jeffersons constitutional principles. Jefferson then sent Lewis
and Clark to explore the territory in which they found new routes to the West, which led to
Westward Expansion. The War of 1812 took place because of Manifest Destiny, British seizing
contrabands heading for France, and the impressments of American sailors. As a result of the
war, America had a great sense of nationalism.
Terms:
Thomas Jefferson
Lewis and Clark
War of 1812
Impressments

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Political/1B
Standards:
SSUSH3 The student will explain the primary causes of the American Revolution
a.

Explain the importance of Thomas Paines Common Sense to the movement for independence.(111)

SSUSH4 The student will identify the ideological, military, and diplomatic aspects of the
American Revolution.
a.
b.
c.
d.

Explain the language, organization, and intellectual sources including the writing of John Locke and
Montesquieu of the Declaration of Independence and the role of Thomas Jefferson. (112)
Explain the reason for and significance of the French alliance and foreign assistance and the roles of
Benjamin Franklin and the Marquis de Lafayette. (120)
Analyze George Washington as a military leader, including the creation of a professional military and the
life of a common soldier, crossing the Delaware River, and Valley Forge. (109, 118)
Explain Yorktown, the role of Lord Cornwallis and the Treaty of Paris, 1783. (124-125)

SSUSH5 The student will explain specific events and key ideas that brought about the
adoption and implementation of the United States Constitution.
a.
b.

c.
d.
e.

Explain how weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation and Daniel Shays Rebellion led to a call for a
stronger central government. (140-141)
Evaluate the major arguments of the anti-Federalists and Federalists during the debate on ratification of
(151-152, 143) the Constitution as put forth in The Federalists Papers concerning form of government,
factions, checks and balances, and the power of the executive, including the roles of Alexander Hamilton
and James Madison.
Explain the key features of the Constitution, specifically the Great Compromise, separation of powers,
limited government, and the issue of slavery. (146-148)
Analyze how the Bill of Rights serves as a protector of individual and states rights. (153)
Explain the importance of the Presidencies of George Washington and John Adams; include the Whiskey Rebellion, non-intervention
in Europe, and the development of political parties (Alexander Hamilton) (192)

Narrative:
Thomas Paines Common Sense was important because it argued for independence and altered
public opinion. It sold thousands of copies and created a written revolution the Declaration of
Independence. The Declaration of Independence drafted by Thomas Jefferson, was
influenced by the ideas of John Locke and Montesquieu and was highlighted by the idea that
all men were created equal. The French and the U.S. made an alliance in 1778 through
Benjamin Franklin and Marquis de Lafayette. George Washington was the head of the
Continental Army and was involved in the French and Indian War. The Battle of Yorktown was
where Britain surrendered under their General, Lord Cornwallis. The Article of Confederation
was the first set of laws adopted by the Continental Congress to run the nation. However, it was
weak because the laws were basically impossible and people were afraid. Shays Rebellion
highlights the weakness of the Articles of Confederation and farmers felt it was a form of
tyranny. Meanwhile, Federalists and Anti-Federalists constantly argued over what they did and
didnt want in the Constitution. The Federalists wanted a strong, central government with a

system of checks and balances between three branches of government while the AntiFederalists didnt want executive king-like power and wanted the Bill of Rights that would
protect people from the power of the government. James Madison and Alexander Hamilton
were both Federalists and believed in a strict constitution. The first ten amendments were
created to ease the fears of Anti-Federalists. The Constitutions main ideas consisted of the
Great Compromise, separation of powers, limited government, and slavery. With the Great
Compromise, led by Roger Sherman, was similar to that of the Virginia Plan with one small
change of senators. The separation of powers was different depending on state. With the ThreeFifths Compromise, each slave would count as 3/5 of a person. Under the presidency of George
Washington, the first Presidential Cabinet is established. When the Whiskey Rebellion took
place in 1794, an army sent by the press was to end it. This rebellion is significant because it
immediately leads to a two party political system, the Federalists and Democratic Republicans.
Under the presidency of John Addams, the XYZ Affair, Alien and Sedition Acts, and the
Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions is established. The Bill of Rights is also passed.
Terms:
Thomas Paine
Common Sense
Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson
John Locke
Montesquieu
Benjamin Franklin
Marquis de Lafayette
George Washington
Yorktown
Lord Cornwallis
Federalists
Anti-Federalists

Checks and Balances

Bill of Rights
James Madison
Alexander Hamilton
Great Compromise
Separation of Powers
Three-Fifths Compromise
Virginia Plan
Cabinet
Whiskey Rebellion
John Addams
XYZ Affair
Alien and Sedition Acts
Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions

Jada Baxter
HUSH/Fall 15
Mrs. Giresi
Portfolio Narrative
Social/1B
Standards:
STANDARD 6: Analyze the nature of territorial and population growth, and its impact in
the early decades of the new nation.
a. Explain the Northwest Ordinances importance in the westward migration of Americans,
on slavery, public education, and the addition of new states. (p. 137)
Narrative:
Territories and population greatly impacted the nation. With the Northwest Ordinance of 1787,
a government was set up, there was an established process for statehood, and slavery is barred.
This also marks the beginning of sectionalism over the issue of slavery. Also with the Land
Ordinance of 1785, a grid system was set up for the distribution of land.
Terms:
Northwest Ordinance 1787
Land Ordinance 1785