Week of January 23 -- 27

Looking at last week's blog, it appears we are a day and a half behind (and 6th hour is further behind due to Friday's delayed start to the class!).


Please be on notice as of now (Sunday), that we'll have a test on Friday (see Thursday night's homework assignment)

Therefore, for Monday, please be prepared to discuss the section on "The Rise of Cultural Nationalism."


Homework (for Tuesday):
Read and take notes over the section, "Stirrings of Industrialism."
In the far left column in your notes, have the following headings,

• Samuel Slater
• Oliver Evans
• Eli Whitney
• Transportation Innovations
• Rapid Growth of American Shipping
• Robert Fulton
• Turnpikes
• Rising Cities & Urban Life" 

(Also! read, "Patterns of Popular Culture: Horse Racing," as well as the previous section, "America in the World: The Global Industrial Revolution").


In any discussion of the beginnings of industry in the US, pp. 218-220 & 276-280 must be considered. On these pages, Brinkley concentrates on the period from 1820-1850. By reviewing these sections (pages), one can better see the big picture of industrialism in the US.


Tuesday
Objective:
Students will identify the reasons that the Industrial Revolution developed in the US during the period of early 1800s.


Homework:
Read/take notes, pp. 194-200, Jefferson the President.


Wednesday
Objective:

• Review the political philosophy of Jefferson from last night's homework, and understand the extent to which he was able to adhere to his philosophy while president; 
• As well as the Jeffersonian-Federalist struggle over the judiciary--its causes, the main points of conflict, and the importance of the outcome for the future of the nation.

Homework:

Read/take notes, pp. 200-204, Doubling the National Domain.

Thursday

Objective:

• Understand President Jefferson's constitutional reservations concerning the Louisiana Purchase, and the significance of his decision to accept the bargain;
• The reasons for President Jefferson's sponsorship of the Lewis and Clark expedition, and the importance of that exploration;
• The many problems involved in attempting to achieve an understanding of Aaron Burr and his "conspiracy."

Homework:

Study for Test 

• The test will cover chapter 6 & the first four sections of chapter 7