Lesson 3: The American Civil War Assessment Quiz
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will demonstrate their understanding of the Civil War and average a 85% or higher on the assessment
What were the major causes of the Civil War?
How did different leaders and groups influence the direction of the Civil War?
How did disagreements over slavery, states’ rights, and federal power lead to conflict between the North and South?
What role did geography and regional differences play in the Civil War?
What key events and individuals helped shape the outcome of the Civil War?
3. 8.His.4.b
“Analyze factors that influenced individual and group perspectives about national identity both during and as a result of the Civil War (e.g., Copperheads, Republicans, Wide Awakes, Unionists, women in the industrial workforce).”
Students will take and pass the Civil War quiz assessment with an 85% or more.
Instruction will be differentiated to support diverse learning needs through the use of modified or scaffolded questions, reduced answer choices when appropriate, and structured vocabulary support through a guided vocabulary sheet. Students who require additional support will receive materials in smaller sections (e.g., one page at a time) to help maintain focus and reduce cognitive load. Extended time will also be provided as needed to ensure all students have adequate opportunity to complete the activity and demonstrate understanding.
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