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Author
Lisa
Subject
American History
Difficulty
10th Grade
Create 5 instructional slides about Shay's Rebellion tied to the standard: CL.H.1.1. Please add an engaging do now question, an essential question, 3 learning objectives, a hook question, vocabulary terms with definitions, relevant historical images, one image analysis question, 2 check for understanding questions a fun turn and talk question and 4 multiple choice questions as an exit ticket.
This instructional guide is designed for a 10th-grade lesson focused on Shays' Rebellion and its significance in American history. It centers around the curriculum standard CL.H.1.1, which emphasizes analyzing the impact of economic and political tensions on the early American government and the Articles of Confederation. Through a series of interactive activities, students engage in peer discussions about the economic crisis faced by farmers post-Revolutionary War. The lesson includes a 'Do Now' scenario that prompts students to consider the moral dilemmas faced by individuals during the economic hardships of the time. Key learning objectives include analyzing the causes of Shays' Rebellion, evaluating its consequences on government authority, and explaining its role as a catalyst for a stronger federal government. Vocabulary terms like 'Articles of Confederation,' 'foreclosure,' and 'militia' are defined to enrich students' understanding. The lesson concludes by highlighting the call for a Constitutional Convention, illustrating the need for reform in response to the rebellion's challenges.