Laptops for Change

Connect the article about Laptops to other topics we have learned about this year (American Revolution / Civil Rights Movement). Using evidence from the article and your knowledge of these topics, show how the ideas of both are related.

Rosa Parks

Rosa Parks had the ability to stand up (or sit down) for what she believed. What are two characteristics that you believe people need in order to make change? Why?

Example: 1. Intelligence: People need to be smart to make change. People need to know what they are fighting for and why...

Remembering Robinson

Which moment was more important to desegregating America: Brown v. Board of Education or Jackie Robinson entering Major League Baseball? Defend your answer.

She Did What Was Right

After reading the article on Ms. Kirkaldy, create a haiku to summarize what you read.

Women Who Changed The World

Respond to the thought question from Achieve 3000. Answer the thought question in this blog. Remember your grammar and mechanics!

Your Thoughts on the Civil Rights Era in America

Which event, person, or aspect of civil rights has been most interesting for you? Why?

Example: Learning about the Little Rock Nine has been fascinating. I have enjoyed it because...

13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments

Directions:

1. Choose the 13th, 14th, or 15th Amendment.
2. In one sentence, explain the Amendment.
3. State the impact that it has had on our country.
4. State the impact that it has had on YOU!

(Entire answer should be 1 to 2 paragraphs)