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Citizenship Test: Principles of American Democracy, Questions 1-12

For Teachers 7th - Higher Ed
Prepare your English learners for their upcoming citizenship test with this presentation. Addressing common questions about the American government and Constitution, this slideshow could be a good study guide for students who struggle...
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Civics Test for Citizenship: History and Government (51-100)

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Use this presentation to help English learners prepare for their upcoming citizenship test. It includes questions 51-100 from the History and Government section of the exam (questions 1-50 can be found in a different presentation, linked...
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13 American Colonies: Citizenship Question 64

For Teachers 8th - Higher Ed
Help English learners prepare for their citizenship test with this presentation. Based on question 64 about the thirteen American Colonies, the slides simply list all thirteen states and their flags. Augment this slideshow with a lesson...
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Civics Test for Citizenship: History and Government, 100 Questions

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Use this thorough presentation to help your English Learners prepare for their citizenship. Covering questions 1-51 from a History and Government practice test, these slides could be a great resource for those who are working to become...
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Citizen Test

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this ESL activity, students answer 18 questions about American history and government. For example, "Who was the first president of the United States?"
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Animals and Cosmetics Testing Lesson Plan

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners educate themselves as consumers. In this animal welfare lesson, students research the pros and cons of testing cosmetics on animals. Learners develop alternatives for cosmetics testing and share their results with their peers.
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Grade 5: Elementary Social Studies Test: Document 2, 2009

For Students 5th
In this 5th grade social studies standardized test practice worksheet, students examine documents and tables. Students respond to 1 essay and 5 short answer questions that require them to review their knowledge of social studies.
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Crucible Test

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this literature analysis worksheet, students write a paragraph using quotes and specific examples as an essay test of The Crucible.
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“Duck and Cover” (Civil Defense)

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Bert the Turtle models for viewers the 1950s Civil Defense Duck and Cover strategy that was supposed to protect citizens from a nuclear blast. After viewing the video, watchers are asked to consider the motivations of the producers of...
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It's A Free Country, Isn't It?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine immigration into the United States. They identify the rights and responsbilities of being a citizen of this country. They create a new verse to be included in the National Anthem.
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Jackie Robinson, A Black Hero

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students examine the life of Jackie Robinson and how he opened the door for other African American athletes. They identify how one person can make a difference by their actions. They write about the responsiblity of citizens to end the...
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Bigger than Life

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore courage. In this moral and character development lesson, students read biographical information about Jackie Robinson and identify examples of courage exemplified in his life story.
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The Bill of Rights

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students practice their reading comprehension skills by reading about the Bill of Rights. They answer questions after reading to test their comprehension.
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Working Together to Improve Our Community

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students from the fourth grade research a solution to a community problem and converse with eighth graders via email. Eighth graders study the political process and work with the fourth graders to present information to the public to...
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Synecdoche vs. Metonymy: Definitions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Ask your class to lend their ears, and eyes, to a short video that defines and offers examples of synecdoche and metonymy. Whether it be brand names like Kleenex® and Band-aids® that have come to stand for all the products in a category,...
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Benjamin Franklin and the U.S. Constitution

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore U.S. history by completing a quiz about civics. In this Benjamin Franklin lesson, students read assigned text about Franklin's role in the development of the Constitution and the creation of a new society. Students...
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Walking Fast a Sign of Longer Life

For Students Pre-K - 6th
In this English worksheet, students discuss walking. Students conduct a survey about walking, write a short piece on walking, listen to and read an article about walking.
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Just Checking

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students complete the "Just Checking" checklist to assess the degree of their use of a personal management system. They set goals and identify steps needed to accomplish their goals and improve their academic achievement.
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The Bill of Rights is a-Rockin

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explore the U.S. Constitution through music. In this Bill of Rights lesson, students discuss a hypothetical case regarding lyrics by Madonna and the historical Massachusetts Blue Laws. Students use the Bill of Rights to support...