Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Relationship between the colonies and Britain
OK, for this assignment create a three column chart with the following headings: Pre-French and Indian War, French and Indian War, Post French and Indian War. Using your textbook (pages 137-140, 146-56, 160, 163-168), find things that you feel created tension between the British and the colonies in each of those eras. It can be something that either the colonists did, or the British did. Stick to economic things, political things, social things, or military things. Remember, this is a relationship, so a battle wouldn't necessarily affect things, but if during that battle there was mistreatment or disrespect, then that could be something worth mentioning.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Last of the Mohicans open blog
During the course of the next two nights, post at least three comments in regards to the film Last of the Mohicans. While a fictional tale, the film nevertheless offers a somewhat accurate portrayal of the period you are learning about. In your comments, share how the film portrayed how the relationship between the British and colonies was changing. Be specific in your examples. As always, be sure to comment on your classmates' observations
Monday, September 21, 2009
French and Indian War
After reading pages 144-156, what are your impressions of the relationship between the colonies and Britain leading up to the French and Indian War? How do you think the war will affect that relationship? Post two comments, one responding to the stimulus, and another in response to your classmates.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Prompt for pages 134-140
After reading the pages in the textbook, post a response to the following prompt: How did the French and Indian War affect the relationship between the colonies and Great Britain? You need to post two comments. The first one will be your answer/stance on the question, and the second one will be a response to one of your classmates. In your answer do not use the following phrases: I think, In my opinion, In my view, or anything like that. OK??? Have fun!
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Reading questions for pp. 64-70
Here are your reading questions for pages 64-70...
1. In what ways did the Pilgrims prepare themselves before even arriving in the New World?
2. Why did the Pilgrims want to come to America?
3. What were the two parts to 'covenant theology'?
4. How did that covenant theology affect the development of New England?
5. How were towns organized in Massachusetts Bay?
6. Why would trading with other colonies be an issue within Massachusetts?
7. How did differing views on conversion affect the New England colonies' relationship with each other?
8. How did Roger Williams' Providence colony differ from the other New England colonies?
9. What role did individual towns play in the political structure of the New England colonies?
1. In what ways did the Pilgrims prepare themselves before even arriving in the New World?
2. Why did the Pilgrims want to come to America?
3. What were the two parts to 'covenant theology'?
4. How did that covenant theology affect the development of New England?
5. How were towns organized in Massachusetts Bay?
6. Why would trading with other colonies be an issue within Massachusetts?
7. How did differing views on conversion affect the New England colonies' relationship with each other?
8. How did Roger Williams' Providence colony differ from the other New England colonies?
9. What role did individual towns play in the political structure of the New England colonies?
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Welcome!
This is a place where our class discussions know no boundaries... it will serve to continue discussions as well as provide you with an opportunity to comment on something you learned in class or an observation you made while doing your homework. The rules are simple: no inappropriate language, be respectful towards each other, and of course use proper grammar in your posts! Have fun!!!