Hello everyone! Today we discussed the rise of big businesses within the United States during the time period we like to call the "Gilded Age." We discussed the various business practices that they used in order to gain a monopoly and the philosophy (Social Darwinism) that they used to justify what they were doing. Lastly, we discussed and debated the ideas behind both Social Darwinism and laissez-faire economics.
For homework, I have handed everyone a worksheet to complete on a specific individual during the time period. Your individual may be one of the following: Andrew Carnegie, Cornelius Vanderbilt, or John D. Rockefeller. If you want more of a challenge, you may research one of the following individuals instead: James Buchanan Duke, James J. Hill, Jay Gould, Andrew W. Mellon, J.P. Morgan, or John D. Spreckels. You are to research your assigned person (or one of the ones that are challenging) and fill out the worksheet based on research that you conduct at home. You may find your info via the Internet, books, primary sources, etc. NO WIKIPEDIA. It is best to use .gov, .org or .edu sites because they are more reliable than others.
NOTE- On the worksheet, one of the questions asks whether your individual is more of a robber baron or a captain of industry. Make sure you explain why you feel that way.
EXTRA NOTE- I have included a website that has a list of sites and primary sources that you may use. You are not required to use these sites and sources, but it may point you in the right direction. In order to get to this list, you must access this link (http://edsitement.neh.gov/lesson-plan/industrial-age-america-robber-barons-and-captains-industry#sect-activities) and scroll down to where it says "Activity 2: Robber Barons or Captains of Industry." There is a list of websites for each of the main individuals (Carnegie, Morgan, Rockefeller, and Vanderbilt).
~ Mr. Mazur
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Monday, September 10, 2012
AAHS: City Beautiful Movement
Hello everyone! Today we discussed the impact of rapid urbanization on cities and the issues that were caused from this massive overpopulation. We analyzed photos of overcrowding and discussed life within tenements in NYC. We also read excerpts from How the Other Half Lives by Jacob Riis to get a clear picture of what it was like to be living in NYC at the turn of the century.
For homework, you are to read the article on the City Beautiful Movement (http://xroads.virginia.edu/~cap/citybeautiful/city.html), a reform movement geared toward improving areas within the cities. Once you finish reading the article, I want you to apply it to your own town or city. You will find a place in your town or city that you believe would benefit from the City Beautiful Movement. Your assignment will be to write a paragraph or two on why this area needs to be improved and how you would do it if you were Daniel Burnham or another member of the City Beautiful Movement.
Drawing pictures, although not required, may help me understand the issues within this location and how you can improve it. For example, you can draw a picture of what the location looks like at the present time and draw a picture of what it could look like with your improvements. This would help me understand your changes, although this is not required.
The homework assignment should be one or two paragraphs and it should explain the problems of the location you choose and how it would be changed. This will test your knowledge of the City Beautiful Movement by you applying it to your own neighborhood.
Good luck! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me!
~Mr. Mazur
For homework, you are to read the article on the City Beautiful Movement (http://xroads.virginia.edu/~cap/citybeautiful/city.html), a reform movement geared toward improving areas within the cities. Once you finish reading the article, I want you to apply it to your own town or city. You will find a place in your town or city that you believe would benefit from the City Beautiful Movement. Your assignment will be to write a paragraph or two on why this area needs to be improved and how you would do it if you were Daniel Burnham or another member of the City Beautiful Movement.
Drawing pictures, although not required, may help me understand the issues within this location and how you can improve it. For example, you can draw a picture of what the location looks like at the present time and draw a picture of what it could look like with your improvements. This would help me understand your changes, although this is not required.
The homework assignment should be one or two paragraphs and it should explain the problems of the location you choose and how it would be changed. This will test your knowledge of the City Beautiful Movement by you applying it to your own neighborhood.
Good luck! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me!
~Mr. Mazur
Friday, September 7, 2012
APA: First Class
Hello everyone! It is great that I have everyone again! I am looking forward to a fantastic year!
As stated in class, you have two homework assignments for Monday's class. First, you are to bring in your textbook and show me that it is covered. Second, you need to review the classroom policies and have them signed by you and your parent or guardian. As I said in class, you will have a quiz on the policies during the next class.
I look forward to a great year!
~Mr. Mazur
As stated in class, you have two homework assignments for Monday's class. First, you are to bring in your textbook and show me that it is covered. Second, you need to review the classroom policies and have them signed by you and your parent or guardian. As I said in class, you will have a quiz on the policies during the next class.
I look forward to a great year!
~Mr. Mazur
Thursday, September 6, 2012
AAHS: First Class
Hello everyone! It was nice meeting everyone today. I am confident that this is going to be a great year for all of us!
As stated in class, you have two homework assignments for Monday's class. First, you are to bring in your textbook and show me that it is covered. Second, you need to review the classroom policies and have them signed by you and your parent or guardian. As I said in class, you will have a quiz on the policies during the next class.
I look forward to a great year!
~Mr. Mazur
As stated in class, you have two homework assignments for Monday's class. First, you are to bring in your textbook and show me that it is covered. Second, you need to review the classroom policies and have them signed by you and your parent or guardian. As I said in class, you will have a quiz on the policies during the next class.
I look forward to a great year!
~Mr. Mazur
Monday, June 18, 2012
Hello everyone and welcome to Mr. Mazur's United State History II blog! Throughout the year, homework assignments and discussion will be posted on this blog. In some instances, you may be required to comment on some of the posts.
It is important to remember that this blog will be heavily monitored. Therefore, all inappropriate comments will be dealt with in the school.
I have included a list of required materials for the 2012-2013 school year. Please feel free to email me with any questions or concerns that you may have. I look forward to a great upcoming school year! Have a great rest of the summer!
~Mr. Mazur
Required School Supplies for the 2012-2013 School Year:
1.) Pen and Pencil
2.) Highlighter
3.) 3-ring binder with lined paper
4.) Flash drive (for school projects)
It is important to remember that this blog will be heavily monitored. Therefore, all inappropriate comments will be dealt with in the school.
I have included a list of required materials for the 2012-2013 school year. Please feel free to email me with any questions or concerns that you may have. I look forward to a great upcoming school year! Have a great rest of the summer!
~Mr. Mazur
Required School Supplies for the 2012-2013 School Year:
1.) Pen and Pencil
2.) Highlighter
3.) 3-ring binder with lined paper
4.) Flash drive (for school projects)
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Great Depression Test
Hello everyone! This is a reminder that your test is this upcoming Tuesday, February 28. I have handed out the study guide during today's class. Please complete the study guide by Tuesday. Start studying for the test and feel free to email me or see me during school if you have any questions!
~Mr. Mazur
P.S- Please bring your FDR facts homework to class on Friday for discussion.
~Mr. Mazur
P.S- Please bring your FDR facts homework to class on Friday for discussion.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
FDR Fast Facts
Hello everyone! Today we discussed several of the New Deal policies and the criticism of several of the policies (i.e., AAA, NIRA, Social Security Act, etc.). For homework, please read the document that I sent via email. You must write down the three most interesting facts you found in the document.
Also, please remember that your test is on February 28. The study guide will be handed to you on Wednesday. Please start studying your notes and handouts over the weekend.
Have a great day!
~Mr. Mazur
Also, please remember that your test is on February 28. The study guide will be handed to you on Wednesday. Please start studying your notes and handouts over the weekend.
Have a great day!
~Mr. Mazur
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