November 2

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be starting our Introductory writing workshop.  This will prepare you for writing a thesis and outlining your arguments for historical writing.  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Agenda:

1. Finish Prompt Creation Activity
2. Warm-Up #21
3. Introductory Writing Workshop
1. Intro to Writing Worksheet

Essay Prompts by Period

1st Period - How did the Columbian Exchange impact the biomes and human characteristics of the world today?

3rd Period - How did the history of map making and the different biomes and climate types affect the trade of goods in the Columbian Exchange?  Give an example of each of the Five themes of geography and how it supports your answer.

5th Period - Describe the Five Themes of Geography and the development of map making, how did they spark the Columbian Exchange and our understanding of biomes and climates?

Homework:

1. NONE

 That's all for today!  Good luck in the Rain! :)

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti