Romero Social Studies 2020-2021-Block 2 Group A (Live: Monday and Thursday @ 10:00AM) Assignments
- Instructors
- Term
- 2020-2021 School Year
- Department
- 8th Grade
- Description
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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1/7/2021 The New Nation's Economy Questions
Click the link below and complete the questions.
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11/19/20 Bill of Rights
You choose:
1. Create a Flipgrid of the Bill of Rights Hand Signals
2. Read the scenarios in the Bill of Rights link below and decide which amendment is being violated for each.
(The Pear Deck link is below for you to review the Bill of Rights or watch the hand signal videos.)
1. Create a Flipgrid of the Bill of Rights Hand Signals
2. Read the scenarios in the Bill of Rights link below and decide which amendment is being violated for each.
(The Pear Deck link is below for you to review the Bill of Rights or watch the hand signal videos.)
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Articles of Confederation VS Constitution
Watch the video and complete the charts. The video link is on the document above the charts.
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11/9/20 Weekly Agenda
Check the Weekly Agenda daily. Your assignments are listed in the agenda.
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10/30/20 - Have you completed all of the assignments listed in the agenda for this week?
If your answer is no: Take a look at the agenda posted below and complete each assignment.
You should have completed:
1. Assessment
2. Watched 2 videos and completed 2 sections of notes
3. Looked at the Choice Board activities and emailed me any questions that you have.
You should have completed:
1. Assessment
2. Watched 2 videos and completed 2 sections of notes
3. Looked at the Choice Board activities and emailed me any questions that you have.
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10/23/20 English Settlement Study Guide
Use this study guide to prepare for the 10/27 Assessment.
There are helpful links in the Smores Test Review Newsletter posted below.
There are also helpful videos, links, and assignments in Google Classroom.
I did not include this in the study guide but.... Be prepared to analyze a primary source using our observe, reflect, question chart.
Remember we will have a live review session on Monday 10/26/20. You will get extra credit points on your assessment for participating in the review session.
You do not have to complete this study guide. However, this is another way to earn some extra credit points for your assessment. It is due Tuesday--- no late work will be accepted for extra credit assignments.
_________ DO not copy and paste your answers._____________ You can enter your answers directly on the document or feel free to write the questions and answers on paper. Then upload a photo. When you write.... you remember.
There are helpful links in the Smores Test Review Newsletter posted below.
There are also helpful videos, links, and assignments in Google Classroom.
I did not include this in the study guide but.... Be prepared to analyze a primary source using our observe, reflect, question chart.
Remember we will have a live review session on Monday 10/26/20. You will get extra credit points on your assessment for participating in the review session.
You do not have to complete this study guide. However, this is another way to earn some extra credit points for your assessment. It is due Tuesday--- no late work will be accepted for extra credit assignments.
_________ DO not copy and paste your answers._____________ You can enter your answers directly on the document or feel free to write the questions and answers on paper. Then upload a photo. When you write.... you remember.
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10/26/20 Kahoot
This is the Kahoot that we used in class today. You may use this as an additional test review tool.
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10/20/20 French and Indian War IXL
1. Watch the video "French and Indian War (Fresh Prince)"
2. Watch the video "French and Indian War for Kids"
2. Complete IXL sections K1, K2, and K3
2. Watch the video "French and Indian War for Kids"
2. Complete IXL sections K1, K2, and K3
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10/6/20 Columbian Exchange Presentation
Click the link to complete the Columbian Exchange presentation at Peardeck
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Read the instructions below and then answer this question. What date and time must all assignments be submitted for this grading period?
Tomorrow we will resume activities in this class. Please use today to finish up any missing assignments or assignments with a zero. All missing assignments and assignments with zeros should be made up and submitted no later than 10/9/20 by 1:00PM. I will not accept any work for this grading period after that date.
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Do you know how to log in to Edgenuity?
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Have you checked for missing assignments or zeros?
Check through your classwork for missing assignments or zeros. Use today to work on those assignments to improve your grade.
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Have you checked for missing assignments or zeros?
Check through your classwork for missing assignments or zeros. Use today to work on those assignments to improve your grade.
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Check-in and Instructions
I noticed over the weekend many of you are trying to catch up on missing assignments. Use today and tomorrow as an opportunity to work on missing assignments in all of your core classes. That means if you have done everything in Social Studies go to another class and work on assignments there. Check yes to let me know that you have read this message. Please attend virtual office hours this afternoon if you have any questions.
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9/23/20 Notes - The First Americans Study Guide
1.Click the link to view the slides.
2. Complete the study guide notes as you go through the slides.
2. Complete the study guide notes as you go through the slides.
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9/21/20 Early People - The First Americans
1. Click the Loom link to watch the video. In the video I explain your assignment.
2. Click the link "The First Americans"
Review the information and answer the questions directly on the slides.
2. Click the link "The First Americans"
Review the information and answer the questions directly on the slides.
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9/22/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link below and complete the form.
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9/21/20 Attendance
Click the link and complete the form.
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9/18/20 Attendance
Click the link and complete the form.
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9/18/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link below and complete the form.
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9/16/20 Attendance
Click the link and complete the form.
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9/16/20 QUIZ 2
Update: The quiz is now available in the Quizzizz class and is titled SS Quiz 2. After you join our class in Quizzizz you may take the quiz today when you are ready.
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9/15/20 Primary Source Analysis of Object A
1. Look at the pictures below.
2. Analyze Object: complete the analysis Observe, Reflect, and Question chart below
2. Analyze Object: complete the analysis Observe, Reflect, and Question chart below
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9/16/20 Quizizz Log In
1.Click the link below to join our class at Quizzizz using your real name.
2.After you join our class use today to review for your quiz and complete missing assignments.
3. Use the link below to join my virtual meeting between 2:00-4:00 today to discuss quiz topics, missing assignments, grades, etc.,
2.After you join our class use today to review for your quiz and complete missing assignments.
3. Use the link below to join my virtual meeting between 2:00-4:00 today to discuss quiz topics, missing assignments, grades, etc.,
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9/16/20 Attendance
Click the link and complete the form.
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9/15/20 Attendance
Click the link and complete the form.
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9/15/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link below and complete the form.
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9/14/20 Kami Primary Source Analysis Chart
Complete the analysis chart. Use the Google Slides presentation to guide you.
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9/14/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link below and complete the form.
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9/8/20 Geography Part 3
Click the 3 Regions of NC link. View the 3 Regions of NC Google Slides presentation slides 17-28 with an instructional video link on slide 17. Add the new information to your NC map and NC regions graphic organizer. Submit your version of the final map and graphic organizer here. Make sure you have the information from 9/2/20 Geography, 9/3/20 Geography Part 2, and 9/8/20 Geography Part 3 on your map and graphic organizer. This is the final step of all three assignments. This is where I will post your grade.
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9/8/20 NC Webquest
Click the link below to complete activities 1-4 of the webquest. Watch the video link for more information.
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8/24/20 Introductions
If you did not complete an introduction video or introduction form assignment on the first day of school please do one or the other by this by Friday, 9/11/20. It was posted in our Slide Deck, but I will add the links below for you to easily access. This is an easy 100 and a way for me to get to know some of you. My intro video is also posted for you to view.
If you are new to Flipgrid please click on the How to Use Flipgrid link and watch the video.
If you are new to Flipgrid please click on the How to Use Flipgrid link and watch the video.
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9/11/20 9/11 Webinar Video and Chat
1. Click the Anniversary in the Schools Webinar link
2. Then click the "View Webinar" button and you should be prompted to share your school name and grade.
3.On September 11, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 9/11 Memorial Education staff will be available via live chat to answer your questions in real-time. Access the live chat feature by clicking the blue icon on the bottom right corner of the screen after your click the webinar link and watch the short film. PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL IN ALL CHAT!
🔵There will an assignment on Monday that follows the webinar.
📢This is your opportunity to learn about 9/11 through personal stories from a 9/11 family member, Red Cross volunteer, retired FBI agent, 9/11 survivor, and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and his daughter who was born in New York City on 9/11. You can also ask questions through a live chat with Museum staff.
Join students and teachers from around the world to commemorate the 19th anniversary of 9/11. View a film highlighting first-person accounts of the attacks and their aftermath and connect with Museum staff in real-time through an interactive live chat. The 35-minute program will be available on demand throughout the day.
2. Then click the "View Webinar" button and you should be prompted to share your school name and grade.
3.On September 11, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 9/11 Memorial Education staff will be available via live chat to answer your questions in real-time. Access the live chat feature by clicking the blue icon on the bottom right corner of the screen after your click the webinar link and watch the short film. PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL IN ALL CHAT!
🔵There will an assignment on Monday that follows the webinar.
📢This is your opportunity to learn about 9/11 through personal stories from a 9/11 family member, Red Cross volunteer, retired FBI agent, 9/11 survivor, and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and his daughter who was born in New York City on 9/11. You can also ask questions through a live chat with Museum staff.
Join students and teachers from around the world to commemorate the 19th anniversary of 9/11. View a film highlighting first-person accounts of the attacks and their aftermath and connect with Museum staff in real-time through an interactive live chat. The 35-minute program will be available on demand throughout the day.
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9/11/20 Primary and Secondary Sources Bubble Map
1. Click Primary and Secondary Sources Google Slides below and review the information.
2. Complete the Primary Sources Bubble Map
2. Complete the Primary Sources Bubble Map
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9/11/20 Exit Ticket
Click the Flipgrid link below and share your thoughts about the 9/11 webinar .
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9/11/20 Attendance
Click the link and answer the question.
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9/10/20 Attendance
Click the link and complete the form.
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9/10/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link and complete the exit ticket.
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9/9/20 Quizlet Review
1. Watch the video for instructions.
2. Click the Quizlet link below.
3.Review
4. Create a test containing 20 terms ---MULTIPLE CHOICE ONLY
5. Take the test.
6. You will download your test score as a pdf or to Google Drive and submit the link here.
UPDATE: Make sure you have joined my SS Quizlet group. You should have done this during the last Quizlet assignment. If not the link is below titled Social Studies 2020.
Update 2: Please use your real name to join my Quizlet class. I can't give you participation credit if I don't know who you are.
2. Click the Quizlet link below.
3.Review
4. Create a test containing 20 terms ---MULTIPLE CHOICE ONLY
5. Take the test.
6. You will download your test score as a pdf or to Google Drive and submit the link here.
UPDATE: Make sure you have joined my SS Quizlet group. You should have done this during the last Quizlet assignment. If not the link is below titled Social Studies 2020.
Update 2: Please use your real name to join my Quizlet class. I can't give you participation credit if I don't know who you are.
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9/9/20 Attendance
Click the link to omplete the attendance form. Then click done/turn in on this assignment.
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9/9/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link below and complete the form. Be sure you come back to the assignment and click done or turn in.
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9/8/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link below to complete the Exit Ticket. Make sure you come back and click done or turn in so that I know you did the assignment.
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9/8/20 Attendance
Click the link to omplete the attendance form. Then click done/turn in on this assignment.
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9/3/2020 Attendance
Click the link to complete the form. Then click done or turn in here.
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9/3/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link to complete the form. Then click turn in here.
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9/2/20 Attendance
Did you study for today's quiz?
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9/2/20 Exit Ticket
Click the link and complete the Google Form. Be sure to click turned in on this assignment once you complete the form. Remember that lets me know you are done so that I can check for your assignment.
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9/2/20 Quiz
Click the link and complete the quiz. After you finish the quiz come back to this assignment and click turn in. That will let me know you completed the quiz.
***Please note: The quiz will open in locked mode. ***
When in locked mode:
You can’t use other apps.
Some extensions and keyboard shortcuts are disabled.
If you exit the quiz, or open any other tab, I will be notified via email.
***Please note: The quiz will open in locked mode. ***
When in locked mode:
You can’t use other apps.
Some extensions and keyboard shortcuts are disabled.
If you exit the quiz, or open any other tab, I will be notified via email.
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8/28/20 Physical Regions of the United States
Click on the link below to view the Google Slides presentation. As you go through the presentation think about the questions and notice how my presentation is arranged. You do not have to answer the questions throughout the presentation. Those questions are for you to "Think about." However, you do have to complete the assignment attached to the end of the presentation.
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9/1/20 Exit TIcket
Complete the Google Form. You can click turn in after you read this, but make sure you complete the form to avoid receiving a zero for your grade.
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9/1/20 Exit TIcket
Complete the Google Form. You can click turn in after you read this, but make sure you complete the form to avoid receiving a zero for your grade.
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9/1/20 Attendance
Do you feel prepared for the quiz on 9/2/20?
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9/1/20 Attendance
Do you feel prepared for the quiz on 9/2/20?
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8/31/20 Review
Click the Social Studies 2020 Quizlet Flashcards link. Study the flashcards at Quizlet. Then create a "test" and click options. Your "test" should be 20 questions. You need to deselect written and True/False. The only two boxes with a yellow check should be multiple choice and/or matching. After you choose the above option click "create new test."
At the end of the "test" click "check answers." Next look for "print test" on the left side. On the print screen make sure the destination is "save to Google Drive" or "save as pdf" and click save. Come back to this assignment and submit the pdf or Google Drive link.
There is an instructional video in the slide deck. .
At the end of the "test" click "check answers." Next look for "print test" on the left side. On the print screen make sure the destination is "save to Google Drive" or "save as pdf" and click save. Come back to this assignment and submit the pdf or Google Drive link.
There is an instructional video in the slide deck. .
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8/31/20 Exit Ticket
Do you know you have a presentation due tomorrow and a quiz on Wednesday? If no, send me a message to discuss upcoming assignments.
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8/31/20 Attendance
Do you know that I have virtual office hours everyday? My schedule is 2:00-3:00 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. My schedule is 2:00-4:00 every Wednesday. The link is always posted in slide deck. Please respond to this question for your daily attendance.
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8/28/20 Exit Ticket
Click the Google Forms link below and answer the questions. Click turn in after you are done.
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8/28/20 Attendance
Do you know that I have virtual office hours everyday? My schedule is 2:00-3:00 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. My schedule is 2:00-4:00 every Wednesday. The link is always posted in slide deck. Please respond to this question for your daily attendance.
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8/27/20 Kahoot✅
Click the Kahoot link. Complete the Kahoot challenge. This is a self paced challenge without a question timer. However, you need to complete it by 8/27/20 at 5:00pm. **** Make sure you use your real name so that I can give you credit for completing the Kahoot.****
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8/27/20 Attendance
Do you know how to use the slide deck to find your assignments?
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8/27/20 Latitude and Longitude
Click on the Finding Absolute Locations link and watch the video. Then click on the Google Doc and enter your responses. *For help: Click on the MR SS LP link below to see a video about completing the assignment.
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8/27/20 Exit Ticket: Compare and contrast absolute and relative location.
Enter your answer in the space provided. If the space is not sufficient create a Google Doc and submit it.
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8/26/20 Attendance
Are you working online in Google Classroom?
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8/26/20 Geography ✅
Review the 8/26/20 Geography Google Slides and complete the digital notes. You do not need to respond in complete sentences when creating notes; bullet points are okay. However, make sure you check your spelling.
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8/26/20 Exit Ticket
List 1 of the 5 Themes of Geography. Do not list the exact same one as the last person who commented.
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8/25/20 The Five Themes of Geography✅
1. Review the Google Slides
2. Answer the questions
Make sure you click the "turn in" button to submit your assignment.
2. Answer the questions
Make sure you click the "turn in" button to submit your assignment.
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8/24/20 Etiquette
Watch the video "Rules of the Digital Classroom:Proper Etiquette for Online Learning." Then open the Etiquette document and answer the questions.
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8/24/20 Etiquette✅
Watch the video "Rules of the Digital Classroom:Proper Etiquette for Online Learning." Then open the Etiquette document and answer the questions.