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=Social Studies -- Grade 8=

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 * Overarching Themes**:
 * How has conflict influenced growth and change in America and the world?
 * How can I use resources to increase my understanding of American and world history?

Civil War Reconstruction, Expansion, Urbanization (The Changing Nation) World War I Between the Wars World War II Post-War
 * Generative Topics & Understanding Goals**:
 * Westward expansion and social and economic differences sharpened the conflict over slavery which led to the break-up of the United States
 * Anti-slavery forces were active throughout the entire country leading up to and during the Civil War
 * Union and Confederate armies engaged in brutal battles
 * A number of factors led to the eventual victory of the Union troops
 * Political and social factors influenced the development of western states and the rebuilding of southern states after the Civil War
 * The rise of industrialization and immigration led to significant changes how many Americans lived
 * The United States began to become more involved in matters outside the country’s borders
 * Long-standing differences between European nations led to the circumstances that started the first world war
 * Technological and tactical developments created a new type of warfare
 * The war was fought along multiple fronts of battle
 * The United States actively joined the war after several years
 * Decisions made in the wake of World War I laid the groundwork for ongoing conflict
 * The economy of the United States went through cycles of prosperity & optimism and depression & despair
 * The rise to power of dictators and totalitarian governments had disturbing social and political influences
 * Military aggression led to a widespread war that spanned three continents
 * Allied and Axis confederations defined the warring sides
 * The war caused widespread devastation to life and land
 * The development of powerful weapons influenced the outcome of the war
 * The Cold War developed between nations with differing political viewpoints
 * In America, dissatisfaction with social and political norms led to active movements for change
 * After the end of the Cold War, the core of conflict shifted


 * Performances of Understanding:**
 * Classroom discussion & activities
 * Projects
 * Tests & quizzes
 * Homework