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1986 Capsule: Hispanic Influence in the New World
Students research the conditions in Spain during the 15th and 16th centuries. In groups, they write a paper on the information they gathered during their research and why the situation is unique to Spain. As a class, they discuss the...
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Prince Charles To Remarry Article
In this British history worksheet, students read an article about Prince Charles and his engagement to Camilla Parker Bowles. Students answer eight true or false questions, 10 synonym matching questions, and 10 phrase matching questions...
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Edward VI Crossword
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students read the clues about Edward VI. Students then complete the crossword puzzle with 10 words about Edward VI.
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British Royalty Tours the U.S.
Students share their knowledge of England, then read a news article about Prince Charles's anticipated visit to the U.S. In this current events lesson (written prior to Prince Charles's visit), the teacher introduces the article with a...
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Exploring Religious Violence and Persecution in 16th Century Europe
Students watch a movie on religious violence in 16th century Europe and then write a background about a picture they are given on violence. In this religious violence lesson plan, students create the background by making inferences about...
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Christiane Amanpour
In this Christiane Amanpour learning exercise, students read about the life of the news reporter, then complete a variety of comprehension activities. An answer key is included.
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Radiocarbon Dating
Students play the dating game by going to the website given by the teacher. They also are presented with the powerpoint, done the m&m simulation, and determine the age of the mummified seal and man.
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Britannia History: Elizabeth I: A Queen With the Heart of a King
Very informative site about Elizabeth I including her religious and political reform, political strategies and her effect on English society during her reign. Contains links to other British history sites.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth was the daughter of Henry VIII, by Anne Boleyn. Her reign is one of the most remarkable in English history. It lasted from 1558 to 1603, and in those years England's glory was brighter than it had ever been before....
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History on the Net: Elizabeth I (Lesson Plan)
This lesson plan teaches some basic facts about Elizabeth I's early life and provides information about her painted portraits.
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Khan Academy: Dynasty, Revolution, and the Classical Age
Welcome to Britain, home to one of the biggest empires in history and a rich artistic heritage. We'll start in the 16th through the 18th centuries, years that saw the establishment of Britain and British art as we know it. As you travel...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Mary I
Mary, the fourth and penultimate monarch of the Tudor dynasty, is remembered for returning England from Protestantism to Roman Catholicism. To this end, she had almost three hundred religious dissenters executed; as a consequence, she is...