Seniors- Ch. 4 article

Read the article How the First Nine Months Shape the Rest of Your Life from Time Magazine. Print it out and bring to class on Monday. Be prepared to answer a few questions relating to information in the article

John Adams Part 2- Independence

Writing assignment:

Your task is to be a film critic of Independence. Use your video sheet to help refresh your mind about the episode. Over all, did you like or dislike Independence? Explain why or why not. What was your favorite scene/part of the episode? Explain why it is your favorite. Give specific details about the scene as well. Who was involved in your particular scene? Was the scene a significant part of the film? Explain. Also, identify who your favorite character was from Independence. Cite specific reasons for your choice. Be sure to explain the personality and character of the person, as well as any quotes or scenes involving that character.

Length: 1 page written. Do not respond to the blog, rather turn the paper in on Monday in class.

Value: 10 points

Sophomores- John Adams Part 1 Extra Credit

Join or Die, part 1 of the HBO's John Adams series, re-emphasized many of the unit 2 objectives you completed for homework. The unrest and rebellion in the colonies were portrayed through the Boston Massacre,  response to the Tea Act, the Intolerable Acts, and the formation of the First Continental Congress.  As you witnessed, John Adams was a well-respected public figure who at the end of the episode joined the patriot cause.   As your extra credit option, respond to ONE of the following topics. Your response should be detailed and at least 15 lines (in the response column) in length.

3 points

1. Describe the Boston Massacre trial. Summarize key arguments of the prosecution and defense (John Adams). Describe the scene in the court room and any significant witnesses. Discuss the significance of the jury’s verdict and the impact it had on John Adams’ professional career.

2. Explain how John Adams’ stance on revolution changed from the beginning of the episode to the end. Use specific examples, like why he decided to defend the British soldiers, his thoughts about the Sons of Liberty, his reaction to restricted individual freedoms, his turning point when he went against the crown of England, and his decision to attend the First Continental Congress in Philadelphia.

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Seniors- Ch. 3 test guide

Chapter 3 Test

Format: multiple choice, fill-ins, short answer

Suggestions:

-          Re-read chapter 3 in your text

-          Study your notes

-          Heredity Basics worksheet

-          Questions from the nature-nurture video

-          Review the on-line practice quizzes at the online learning center

            -     Do the multiple choice, true/false, fill in the blank, and matching practice quizzes

Seniors- Ch. 3 Essay

Genetics has more of an influence on a child's development. Prove or disprove this statement by choosing either the nature or nurture side of the debate. Use your text, notes, and video sheet to find and explain five supporting points to strengthen your argument. Be specific and organized in your writing.

Type your essay on a word document. Print out and bring to class on Friday.

Value: 10 points

Seniors- Ch. 3 Objectives pgs 69-80

646- Child Psychology                                 

Ch. 3 objectives pgs 69-80

1.      Contrast dominant and recessive inheritance of defects.

2.      Identify factors associated with sex-linked inheritance.

3.      How do chromosomal abnormalities occur?

4.      Identify the causes and characteristics of Down syndrome and discuss the outlook for a child born with this disorder.

5.      What is genetic counseling? Be sure to read the genetic testing box on pg 75.

Discuss the benefits and risks of genetic testing.

6.      Tell how researchers determine the heritability of a trait.

7.      Identify 3 common types of studies of the influence of hereditary and environmental factors in development.

8.      Explain the concepts of reaction range and canalization, and give at least one example of each.

9.      Give an example of genotype-environment interaction.

10.  Identify and explain 3 types of genotype-environment correlation.

11.  Explain why siblings tend to be more different than alike in intellect and personality, and why each experiences a unique environment within the family.

Sophs- Unit 2 Objectives

623- American History

Unit 2- The Revolutionary Era and Origins of American Politics

Use Ch. 4 sections 1 and 2 to answer the following questions.

1.       What countries fought in the French and Indian War? Why? Years?

2.       Describe the Albany Plan of Union. Who developed it? Why was it significant, though unsuccessful?

3.       Who won the French and Indian War? What was decided at the Treaty of Paris (1763)?

4.       Which battle marked the end of the war? See the map on pg 106 for land possession and battle sites.

5.       How did the French and Indian War weaken loyalty to Britain?

6.       What was the purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?

7.       Why did Britain decide to tax the colonies?

8.       Define sugar act, quartering act, and stamp act, boycott

9.       Who were the Sons of Liberty? Who was their leader?

10.   What were the Townshend Acts?

11.   Describe what happened at the Boston Massacre in 1770. What lawyer defended the British captain and soldiers?

12.   Why did the Boston Tea Party occur?

13.   In response to the Boston Tea Party, Britain passed the Intolerable (Coercive) Acts. List the punishments.

14.   In response to the Intolerable Acts, the Committees of Correspondence in several colonies called for a meeting to develop a united plan. Explain what happened at the meeting of the First Continental Congress.

15.   Why were the battles of Lexington and Concord significant?

Sophs- Unit 1 Objectives

Text- Ch. 1, sect 4; Ch. 2, sect 2, 3, 4; Ch. 3, sect 1,3,4

Also study 5 themes of geography and map of 13 colonies

-          How did the 400^th anniversary differ from the 500^th anniversary of Columbus’ discovery of America?

-          What was the impact of Columbus’ discovery on Europeans, Native Americans, and Africans?

-          Explain the Columbian exchange.

-          Why did England want to establish colonies?

-          Identify and explain the hardships faced by the Jamestown colonists.

-          Why did settlers colonize the New England region?

-          Identify the Puritans and Pilgrims.

-          How was New Amsterdam re-named New York?

-          Why was Pennsylvania founded? Who was the leader?

-          Why was Maryland established? Explain the significance of the Maryland Toleration Act.

-          The Georgia colony was established for what unique reason?

-          Contrast the economies in the three regions.

-          How was government established in the colonies?

-          Explain the role of mercantilism in the colonies.

-          Describe the prevalence of slavery in the 3 regions.

-          Identify how the Mayflower Compact, Maryland Toleration Act, and Great Awakening laid the foundation for American principles of government.

-          Identify all key people within Unit 1

-          Review all notes, text readings, and homework

Ch. 3 Objectives Pgs 57-68

646- Child Psychology

Ch. 3 Objectives pgs. 57-68

1.       What happens during ovulation and fertilization?

2.       What is infertility? Identify causes and treatments for males and females.

3.       Cite the difference between monozygotic twins and dizygotic twins.

4.       Define autosomes and sex chromosomes.

5.       How is the sex of the child determined? When does the embryo develop male or female characteristics?

6.       Define alleles.

7.       Contrast dominant and recessive inheritance.

8.       Define polygenic inheritance.

9.       Define multifactorial transmission.