Mr. Long's World History Web Page
World History 1500 to Present
This site was constructed to provide students and parents access to class information at the touch of a button. You will see class materials linked under the respective unit labels, as well as other pertinent information. I will say with certainty that not all materials will be posted but I'll do my best to post as many as possible in a timely manner. If you have any questions please contact me via email at chad_long@ccpsnet.net or by phone at 739-6275 ext.137. I have planning during 2nd and 7th periods so those would be the best times for you to get me by phone, otherwise just leave a message and I'll return your call as soon as possible.
SITES OF INTEREST
http://chesterfield.k12.va.us/Schools/Manchester_HS/home.html - Manchester High School
http://chesterfield.k12.va.us/Schools/Manchester_HS/Library/ - Manchester High School Library
http://www.chesterfield.k12.va.us/ - Chesterfield County Public Schools
http://www.chesterfield.k12.va.us/htm/parents_pages/emergency_closing.htm - School Closing Information
www.schoolnotes.com - Vital information will be found on my web site, but some messages may also be located at School Notes.
PROJECTS - Click on this link to gain access to project information (assignments, grade sheets, etc)
FIRST DAY
Class Procedures - Make up policy, class rules, grading, etc...to be signed for homework and returned for a grade.
Syllabus (1st Period), Syllabus (4th Period), Syllabus (3rd&6th Period), Syllabus (5th Period) - The syllabus is a unit-by-unit break down of the entire year. It provides the dates during which a unit will be covered, test dates, and project due dates. For syllabus changes, and there will be many (particularly when winter arrives), refer to the on-line syllabus and look for the changes to be printed in RED.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: THE SOL EXAMS WILL BEGIN THE WEEK OF MAY 17TH. THE ON-LINE SYLLABUS REFLECTS THE EARLIER DATE GIVEN AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SCHOOL YEAR. A REVISED SCHEDULE WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN CLASS AND POSTED REFLECT THIS CHANGE.
GEOGRAPHY
Unit Concept Question: Each unit will begin with a question that will deal with a concept, often controversial, to be discussed in that unit. This question will then be revisited at the end of the unit.
AGREE or DISAGREE: The welfare of the environment should be a higher priority for the government then economic growth. (Choose whether you agree or disagree and provide three reasons for your answer. You must write in complete sentences. This will be placed at the beginning of your notes for this unit.)
Determining a Country's Relative Importance Worksheet
Assessing Economic Activity Worksheet
Mapping Items for World Political and Physical Maps
SOL Review Worksheet (this one also includes World Religions)
WORLD RELIGIONS
Textbook reading: pgs.59 (Aryan Invaders Transform India)-66; pgs.72-76; pgs.153-157; pg.174 (Asoka Promotes Buddhism); pgs.177-178; pgs.230-237
Unit Concept Question: AGREE or DISAGREE---Religion should be taught in public schools. (Choose whether you agree or disagree and provide three reasons for your answer. You must write in complete sentences. This will be placed at the beginning of your notes for this unit.)
Unit Sheet (1st and 4th Period), Unit Sheet (3rd, 5th, and 6th Periods) - Each unit you will receive a list of terms and concepts to identify. These will always be due on the day of the test.
Major World Religions: Selected Readings and Questions (1st and 4th Periods)
Primary and Secondary Sources Quiz (3rd, 5th, and 6th Periods) - This quiz will be given in class and will be open note. Therefore, if you missed it you may print yourself a copy and complete it once you have acquired the notes from a classmate.
RENAISSANCE
Textbook reading pgs. 414-427
Unit Concept Question: AGREE or DISAGREE---The government should financially support the arts (painting, dance, poetry, etc.).
Unit Sheet (1st and 4th Period), Unit Sheet (3rd, 5th, and 6th Periods)
Renaissance/Reformation Mapping - This assignment will be dispersed during this unit but will not be due until October 2nd and 3rd (during the Reformation unit). On those days there will be a map quiz. An outline map will be provided in class.
Renaissance Worksheet-Working with Maps
How Machiavellian Are You? - This a quick personality quiz done in class.
Machiavelli: A Method of Power (1st and 4th Periods) - Before you read the excerpt from The Prince, define the words you find in bold print. Please do not write on the copy given to you in class (if you would like a copy to write on, simply click on the above link and print). After reading (a couple times if necessary) and comprehending the excerpt answer the following question in a minimum one-page position paper....Is it better to be loved or feared? A position paper requires the writer to state his or her belief on the topic (in this case whether it is better to be loved or feared) and to support that position with facts. Requirements for the paper: at least one-page in length (if it is typed use a font no larger then 12 and double space please, START AT THE TOP MARGIN AND FINISH AT THE BOTTOM MARGIN) 5 PTS, open with your position statement (like a thesis...and you must pick one or the other) 5 PTS, summarize Machiavelli's position (specifically cite at least two examples from the reading to support this...do not merely copy a passage from the reading, explain how that passage supports your position) 20 PTS, provide support for your belief (specifically cite at least one example from the reading, preferably different from the previous examples...do not merely copy a passage from the reading, explain how that passage supports your position), and one example from your life experience, again, explain the connection) 20 PTS, concluding sentence 5 PTS, grammar/spelling 5 PTS. This assignment is worth 75 points.
Renaissance and Reformation Primary Source Readings (1st and 4th Periods)
Renaissance and Reformation Primary Source Questions (1st and 4th Periods)
REFORMATION
Textbook reading : pgs. 356-357, 428-436, 513-515, 518, 526-527
Unit Concept Question: AGREE or DISAGREE...A non-Christian can win a presidential election.
Unit Sheet (1st and 4th Period), Unit Sheet (3rd, 5th, and 6th Period)
"The Pardoner's Tale" from Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer and the Reading Assignment. (For 1st and 4th Period only)
Calvin, Luther, (Part I) and Henry VIII (Part II) Worksheet (3rd, 5th, and 6th Period)
Reformation Mapping Activity (3rd, 5th, and 6th Period)
Edict of Nantes Primary Source Worksheet (3rd, 5th, and 6th Period)
Spanish Armada Reading (1st and 4th Period)
AGE OF DISCOVERY
Textbook reading: pgs. 374-375 (Empire of the Songhai), 395-411, 440-447, 451-457, 460-477, 480-503
Reading Study Guide assignments will be required for 3rd, 5th, and 6th period until otherwise noted. The assignment will be due on the day of the test with the unit sheet. For this unit you are required to complete pages 142 (Empire of Songhai only), 149-154, 167-172, 175-180, 183-190. Bring your workbook to class, their may be some time set aside for you to work on this assignment.
Unit Concept Question: AGREE or DISAGREE...World History classes should spend as much time on non-Western (Africa, Asia...) civilizations as they do on European civilizations.
Unit Sheet (1st and 4th Period), Unit Sheet (3rd, 5th, and 6th Period)
***VERY IMPORTANT*** It was brought to my attention by some diligent students that this unit had 75 terms...I must confess that my intention was to trim this list down to around 50 before posting it (obviously I never did). I have adjusted the sheet to read as it should (as of 10/21 4:45p.m.). I am also aware that you may have begun the terms and done some that are now removed. I will be more than happy to accommodate you this time for your work with extra credit. Each one fully completed that has been removed will count extra. If you have any problems or questions please e-mail me or see me. Again, I'm sorry for the mix up.
Age of Discovery Mapping (1st and 4th Period), Age of Discovery Mapping (3rd, 5th, 6th period)
Maps for Francis Drake and Ferdinand Magellan for the mapping assignment directly above. The book does not provide these so I have posted them here for your use.
Worksheet: The World Circa 1500 (all classes)
European Trade and Exploration Class Mapping Activity (3rd, 5th, and 6th Period)
Columbus: Hero or Villain article (1st and 4th period)
Columbus seminar and essay guidelines (1st and 4th period)
Some interesting facts about Christopher Columbus that are not well publicized from James Loewen's Lies My Teacher Told Me.
To get a feel for the African slave trade we will be watching selected clips from Steven Spielberg's movie Amistad. This is an excellent movie, highly acclaimed by critics and moviegoers alike, that everyone should see. Due to some graphic content (nudity and violence, though not at all gratuitous) this movie is rated R so be sure that a parent is with you if you decide to watch the entire movie. The scenes were selected with the high school student in mind. If you are absent on Wednesday, October 22nd or Thursday, October 23rd you need make up this assignment. See me for more information. Here is copy of the worksheet to be completed during and after the movie.
SOL Flash Cards: This assignment was designed specifically for the SOL test in May in mind. All of the terms are directly from the SOL curriculum guide. The term or phrase needs to be placed on the blank side of a 3x5 note card. On the lined side, place the definition or description of the term or phrase. All of these will be topped by a title card (for example: the title card for this unit would read AGE OF DISCOVERY/WORLD ABOUT 1500). There will be periodic quizzes throughout the year on all these cards where the student will be permitted to use his/her flash cards.
Essay Question for 1st and 4th period: Click on the Columbus seminar link for essay information.
Essay Question for 3rd, 5th, and 6th period:
AGE OF ABSOLUTISM
Textbook
reading: Ch.21, pages 515-517, 519-523,
528-535
Unit Concept Question: A strong authority figure with nearly unlimited power is necessary to keep peace and stability.
Reading Study Guide: pages 193-200
Unit Sheet (1st, 4th Period), SOL Flash Cards (3rd, 5th, and 6th Period)
SOL Review Worksheet
Age of Absolutism Map and Mapping Items
Primary Source Readings of Louis XIV and Peter I (1st and 4th period)
Primary Source Reading: The Court of the Sun King (3rd, 5th, and 6th period)
Take a tour of the Palace of Versailles at www.chateauversailles.fr
Comparing Data: Louis' debt v. US debt
Working with Circle Graphs: Life Expectancy in France (3rd, 5th, and 6th period)
Working with Maps: The Seven Years' War: Effects on North America (3rd, 5th, and 6th period)
IMPORTANT: The test originally scheduled for this unit has been changed to a quiz. The test will be given in conjunction with the next unit.
The English Exception
Textbook reading: Ch.14, pages 353-354; Ch.21, pages 536-539
Unit Sheet, SOL Flash Cards (refer to Age of Absolutism)
SOL Review Worksheet
Reading Study Guide: pages 133-134, 201-202
Unit Concept Question: There will be no separate concept question with this unit since it is tied to the previous unit.
English Civil War, Restoration, and Glorious Revolution Chart
Evolution of the British Parliament (1st and 4th period) page 1, page 2
Primary Source Readings: Absolutism vs. Limited Government in England (1st and 4th Period) and the questions for absolutism v. limited government, as well as the questions for the American/English Bill of Rights
IMPORTANT: The test for this unit will be combined with the information from the Age of Absolutism.
The Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment
Unit Concept Question: Convicted felons released from prison should not have the right to vote.
Textbook Reading: pages 542-567
Reading Study Guide: pages 205-214
SOL Review Worksheet
*There will be quiz for the Scientific Revolution upon completion of that material.
French Revolution and Napoleon
Unit Concept Question:
Textbook Reading: pages 570-592
Reading Study Guide: pages corresponding to the text readings
Reaction, Revolution, and Romanticism
Unit Concept Question: Are you are liberal or a conservative? A quiz will be given in class that will determine your political tendencies.
Textbook Reading: pages 593-596, 600-623
Reading Study Guide: pages 223-224, 227-234
Unit Sheet, SOL Flash Cards (some flash cards from last unit will also apply to this unit)
Map of Europe 1817 and Latin America - Due Tuesday, 1/13 (4th and 6th) Wednesday, 1/14 (1st, 3rd, 5th). There will be a quiz on the day it is due.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE ON THE SYLLABUS THAT THE TEST FOR THIS UNIT WILL BE INCLUDED AS A SECTION ON THE MIDTERM EXAM.
MIDTERM ESSAY FOR 1ST AND 4TH PERIOD: Good luck on all of your exams. Study hard! There is no essay on this exam.
During the second semester third, fifth, and sixth periods will be completing SOL Review Worksheets. The last class day of each unit will involve completing an SOL Review Worksheet for that particular unit. Also, each weekend an SOL Review Worksheet will be assigned for homework. These will deal with units from the first semester. All of these will be graded and gone over in class and are to be kept in the student's binder as a study guide for the SOL test in May. These worksheets are linked under the appropriate unit title.
Industrial Revolution
Unit Concept Question: Technology makes our world a better place.
Textbook Reading: pages 630-653; 659-663; 667-668; 673-679
Reading Study Guide: This is now an optional assignment for extra credit. Match the study guide pages to the required textbook reading pages.
Industrial Revolution Commercial: This assignment is due February 26 and 27 for 1st, 3rd, 4th and 6th. Fifth period commercial script is due March 5 and the commercial is due March 11.
Essay for Honors test: REMINDER: THE OUTLINE IS FOR HOMEWORK AND IS DUE BEFORE THE TEST. ALSO, BRING THE PRIMARY SOURCE READINGS AND A COPY OF THE UNIT SHEET (WITHOUT DEFINITIONS) TO USE WHILE WRITING THE ESSAY.
Imperialism
Textbook Reading: pages 682-709, 712-733
Unit Sheet, SOL Flash Cards (I apologize for the delay. There will be no flash cards for this unit.)
SOL Review Worksheet
Imperialism Map: Quiz on Monday (2/23) or Tuesday (2/24)
World War I
Unit Concept Question: War is inevitable and should be accepted as part of every generations life.
Textbook Reading: pages 740-763
Due to extenuating circumstances I was not able to post the essay question, as planned, on Saturday, 3/13. Therefore, we are going to omit the essay portion of this test. Once again I am sorry for the inconvenience. The First Period objective test is still scheduled for Tuesday.
Russian Revolution
Textbook Reading: pages 769-774
Between the Wars
Textbook Reading: pages 775-789; 792-810
World War II
Unit Concept Question: Collateral damage, death and destruction to civilians and their surroundings, is a necessity of war.
Textbook Reading: pages 811-815, 818-841
Resume Assignment: No library time will be available for this assignment. Even Day due date: 5/4; Odd Day and 1st period due date: 5/3
In conjunction with the unit on World War II, I will be showing my classes the opening scene from Saving Private Ryan. This depicts the ordeal of the American soldiers storming the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. This movie is Rated-R and the scene that has been selected graphically depicts the violent nature of warfare. A permission slip will be sent home on Friday, April 16th and Monday, April 19th. A failure to return this slip will be treated the same as a denial to view. Thank you for your consideration and I hope, whichever option is chosen, your child will gain a greater appreciation of the trials and tribulations of war.
Postwar Europe and the Start of the Cold War
Textbook Reading: pages 842-844, 855-860, 871
The Middle East, Far East, and Africa, 1946 to Present
Textbook Reading: pages 844-845, 862-875, 885-905
