Lesson 12: The Market Revolution Discussion and Quiz
Duration of Days: 2
Lesson Objective
Students will read chapter 8: The Market Revolution in "Give me Liberty" and complete 10 pages of notes.
They will participate in a classroom discussion of this chapter and complete a quiz on the key terms.
What were the main elements of the market revolution?
How did the market revolution spark social change?
How did the meanings of American freedom change in this period?
How did the market revolution affect the lives of women, workers, and African-Americans?
A New Economy- paragraph one
Roads and Steamboats
The Erie Canal- paragraphs one and two
Railroads and the Telegraph
The Rise of the West- paragraphs one, three, and four
The Cotton Kingdom
The Unfree Westward Movement
Market Society
The Growth of Cities
The Factory System
The Industrial Worker
The "Mill Girls"
The Growth of Immigration- paragraph one
Irish and German Newcomers- paragraph three
The Rise of Nativism- paragraphs one and three
The Transformation of Law- paragraphs one and two
The West and Freedom- paragraph one
The Trancendentalists
Individualism- paragraphs one and three
The Second Great Awakening
Liberty and Prosperity- paragraph two
Race and Opportunity- paragraphs one and two
HS.SS.3A - 3A. Evaluate how historical events and developments were shaped by unique circumstances of time and place as well as broader historical contexts.
HS.SS.3B - 3B. Analyze how historical contexts and enduring themes shaped and continue to shape people’s perspectives.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the Market Revolution through discussion.
Students will demostrate knowledge of key terms through a vocabulary quiz.
Students will be given a note taking outline
Teacher will discuss concepts with class.
Students will take a quiz on key terms and submit notes.