Step One: Map Activity
Your first task before our trip out West is to analyze two different maps that clearly display Westward expansion. After reviewing the maps, you are to write a one paragraph reflection in which you discuss what the West offered new settlers. Please take into account geographical location, boundaries, and what the map is showing us.
Your first task before our trip out West is to analyze two different maps that clearly display Westward expansion. After reviewing the maps, you are to write a one paragraph reflection in which you discuss what the West offered new settlers. Please take into account geographical location, boundaries, and what the map is showing us.
Step Two: Poster Activity
Your second task before we leave for the West is to watch the following YouTube video and CAREFULLY listen to what the author is saying.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qrjg9ulR-xo
After watching the video, you are to create a creative poster that's purpose is to attract others to join us on our journey out West. Your poster should be eye-catching, colorful, creative, and should have a catchy slogan.
For additional guidance, please refer to the two propaganda posters featured above this activity.
Step Three: Persuasive Essay
In a persuasive essay, please explain in your own words the concept of manifest destiny. You are to write an essay that states whether you would relocate your family out West or not. You should give your own definition of Manifest Destiny in this essay. Your essay should be a minimum of five paragraphs, including both an introduction and conclusion. Your essay should include resources from the list provided for you and should incorporate the map activity and aspects from the YouTube video.
Your second task before we leave for the West is to watch the following YouTube video and CAREFULLY listen to what the author is saying.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qrjg9ulR-xo
After watching the video, you are to create a creative poster that's purpose is to attract others to join us on our journey out West. Your poster should be eye-catching, colorful, creative, and should have a catchy slogan.
For additional guidance, please refer to the two propaganda posters featured above this activity.
Step Three: Persuasive Essay
In a persuasive essay, please explain in your own words the concept of manifest destiny. You are to write an essay that states whether you would relocate your family out West or not. You should give your own definition of Manifest Destiny in this essay. Your essay should be a minimum of five paragraphs, including both an introduction and conclusion. Your essay should include resources from the list provided for you and should incorporate the map activity and aspects from the YouTube video.