APUSH Regents

SEQ #1

1. Describe the Historical Context surrounding these documents.

2. Identify and explain the relationship between the events and/or ideas found in these documents (Cause and Effect, Similarity/Difference, or Turning Point)

Historical Context

Refers to “the relevant historical circumstances surrounding or connecting the events, ideas, or developments in these documents”.

Turning Point

is “a major event, idea, or historical development that brings about significant change. It can be local, regional, national, or global”.

Four

How many pieces of evidence should you have per document?

SEQ #2

1. Describe the historical context surrounding documents 1 & 2.

2. Analyze Document 2 and explain how audience, purpose, bias, or point of view affects this document’s use as a reliable source of evidence.

Audience

This refers to the group for whom a given document or source was produced or intended.

Purpose

This refers to the reason a document was produced.

Bias

Refers to one-sidedness; can result from limited access to information, unquestioned traditions, and/or life experiences. A prejudiced outlook can produce ______.

Point of View

OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN A DOCUMENT; an author may express an objective _____________ on an issue in a balanced way OR express an opinion that shows bias by providing unreasoned or poorly supported beliefs and/or strong personal feelings.

Civic Literacy Essay

1. Describe the historical circumstances surrounding this constitutional or civic issue.

2. Explain efforts by individuals, groups, and/or governments to address this constitutional or civic issue.

3. Discuss the extent to which the efforts were successful.

Three

How many groups/ ideas should you have per box in the Civic Literacy Essay (both info from the docs and outside knowledge)?