Pocahontas: History vs. Hollywood

After learning about the historical Pocahontas, do you think the Powhatan tribe had a right to be angry with Disney over their portrayal of her in the animated movie?  Why/Why not?

Election 2012!

After discussing the candidates' stances on major issues in class and watching segments of the debates, who do you feel should be elected president in November?  Give at least 3 specific reasons for your opinion!  If responding to others, it is okay to disagree but in a RESPECTFUL manner!  (first name, last initial and period only!)

Mystery of the Lost Colony

After learning about the theories of the lost colony of Roanoke, what is YOUR theory behind the disappearance of the settlers?  Use factual evidence and/or historically based theories to support your opinion!  (first name, last initial and period only!!)

Columbus: History's Hero or Villain?

After learning about Christopher Columbus, do you feel he was more of a historical hero or villain?  Should  Columbus Day continue to be observed every year?  Give facts and specific details to support your answer. Use RACE to answer in open-ended format.  Post using FIRST name, last initial and period ONLY!!

Intro Blog-2012

Answer at least one of the following questions in one to two paragraphs. Type your first name, last initial and class period ONLY after your paragraph(s). Choose "Anonymous" as your profile. I recommend typing in MS Word or Google Docs in case post does not show up (you can also spell check there!) 

 1) What is the most interesting topic you have learned about in Social Studies over the past few years? Why did you enjoy it so much? 

 2) What is the most interesting project/assignment you have ever done in Social Studies? Give specific reasons for your answer. 

 3) What topic(s)or historical figures are you most interested in learning about in 7th grade? (Remember, this is U.S. history from Colonial Era through the Civil War!)

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End of Year Reflection- 6th and 7th

What was your favorite topic and/or project this year in Social Studies?  WHY?

Sherman's March

After learning about Sherman's "March to the Sea" in 1864, do you feel Sherman's strategy of "total war" was necessary and/or morally acceptable?  If Sherman had not used this strategy, might the outcome of the war have been different?