·        SS. 6.1.1/2/3 Explain the two theories of how the First Americans migrated to this continent based on archeological evidence and geographical formations.

·        SS. 6.1.4 Describe the different aspects of the First American cultures of Northwest Coast, Plains, Eastern Woodlands, Mound Builders, Anasazis, Inuits, and Iroquois.

 

·        SS. 6.2.1/2 Describe the routes that the Old World explorers and their motivations for choosing their routes.

·        SS. 6.2.3 Evaluate the significance of Columbus’ voyage and his interactions with indigenous peoples.

·        SS.6.2.4 Analyze the development of the “Columbian Exchange” and how it impacted the settlement of New France, and the first English colonies.

·        SS. 6.2.5 Describe the impact the Spanish had on North American cultures. (Aztecs, Incas, and Pueblos)

 

·        SS. 6.3.1 Describe how a democratic republic developed in the American colonies.

·        SS. 6.3.2 Analyze the Mayflower Compact to determine its influence on the religious and political freedoms in the English Colonies.

·        SS. 6.3.3 Explain the important characteristics of the Jamestown settlement including its purpose, challenges, achievements, and interactions with Native Americans.

·        SS. 6.3.4 Describe the economic, geographical, and cultural characteristics of colonial regions. (New England Region, Middle Colonies, Southern Colonies)

·        SS. 6.3.5 Analyze the role of slavery and the indentured servitude in the economic and cultural development of the colonies.

 

·        SS. 6.4.1 Evaluate how the differences between the English, French and Native Americans led to the French and Indian War.

·        SS.6.4.2 Analyze the significance of the Peter Zenger landmark case in 1735 and how it inspired political reform during the pre-Revolutionary period.

·        SS.6.4.3 Describe how the events and political leaders (Firebrands), set the stage for the Revolutionary War.

 

·        SS. 6.5.1 Analyze why the formation of the First and Second Continental Congress resulted in the writing of the Declaration of Independence.

·        SS. 6.5.2 Describe the contributions of George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin.

·        SS. 6.5.3 Describe the important conflicts of the Revolutionary War including Lexington and Concord, the Battle of Bunker Hill, Battle of Saratoga, Winter at Valley Forge, and the Battle of Yorktown.

·        SS. 6.5.4 Describe the contributions of women, minorities, and foreign support in the Revolutionary War.

 

·        SS. 6.6.1. Evaluate the Articles of Confederation in terms of its strengths and weaknesses.

·        SS. 6.6.2 Explain the basic purposes of the U.S. Constitution including the establishment of three branches of government, the setting of powers and limits, and the protection of rights.

 

·        SS. 6.7.1 Describe the precedents established by George Washington including the creation of a cabinet, holding receptions, and touring the country to meet the citizens.

·        SS.6.7.2 Compare and contrast the Federalist and Democratic Republican parties.

·        SS.6.7.3 Distinguish between a capital and Capitol and give details about the selection of Washington, D.C. as our nation’s first capital city.

·        SS.6.7.4 Analyze the Marbury v. Madison Supreme decision to determine its role in the checks and balances system of the U.S. Constitution.

·        SS. 6.7.5 Analyze the Louisiana Purchase and the Monroe Doctrine to determine the ways that they changed America.

·        SS. 6.7.6 Explain the goals of Lewis and Clark’s expedition and trace their route to the West coast.

·        SS. 6.7.7 Explain why the onset of western movement led to regional tensions including the Indian Removal Act of 1830 and the Trail of Tears.

·        SS.6.7.8 Describe the War of 1812, including its causes, major events, and outcomes.