2nd quarter Social Studies

Revolutionary War

Social Studies Essential Standards

5.H.1 Analyze the chronology of key events in the United States.

5.H.1.1 Evaluate the relationships between European explorers (French, Spanish and English) and American Indian groups, based on accuracy of historical information (beliefs, fears and leadership).

5.H.1.2 Summarize the political, economic and social aspects of colonial life in the thirteen colonies.

5.H.1.3 Analyze the impact of major conflicts, battles and wars on the development of our nation through Reconstruction.

5.H.2 Understand the role of prominent figures in shaping the United States.

5.H.2.1 Summarize the contributions of the "Founding Fathers" to the development of our country.

5.H.2.2 Explain how key historical figures have exemplified values and principles of American democracy.

5.G.1 Understand how human activity has and continues to shape the United States.

5.G.1.1 Explain the impact of the physical environment on early settlements in the New World.

5.C&G.1

5.C&G.1.3 Analyze historical documents that shaped the foundation of the United States government.

5.C.1 Understand how increased diversity resulted from migration, settlement patterns and economic development in the United States.

5.C.1.1 Analyze the change in leadership, cultures and everyday life of American Indian groups before and after European exploration.

Essential Understanding(s)	Essential Question(s)
Students will understand that: European settlement changed the land and native peoples of North America. there were reasons behind why people in North America desired independence from England. more change was needed after winning the American Revolution.	How did European settlement change the land and people of North America? What creates a revolution?