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So, today was one of those days where you just can't stay on topic. Did we even discuss history? I know we discussed comfort pets, mainly turkeys, and I will certainly not be riding on a plane that has one on board. I just don't see how a turkey is comforting. Do you? I think a turtle in your pocket was suggested as an alternative. I am not sure about that either. I don't want to be bit all day!
In all seriousness, we did discuss slavery and the impact it was having on our country. It was a key issue in the first half of the 19th century. Slaves were seen as property, not humans. They endured harsh punishments, much worse then a concealed spray bottle, and had no rights as citizens. They were treated as beasts, and in turn, their owners became beats themselves. Southerners were extremely defensive and protective of their rights to own slaves. They dealt with it by not talking about it, sweeping it under the rug. But, that was all about to change. A christian conviction led to a movement to abolish slavery in the North. The institution of slavery was criticized by people in the North, leading to arguments with people in the South.
As this was taking place, our country was undergoing growth in cities and industries. We were expanding and changing. America became more urban with more and more people living in communities. We also started changing from a farm based country to a manufacturing based country. With the help of three important inventions (the cotton gin, harvester, and iron plow), we revolutionized the way we did things. We also expanded our ability to travel and transport with the first commercial railway. Those first trains only went 10 miles per hour, were dangerous and dirty, but they had many benefits.
We also experienced dramatic change with a huge influx of immigrants. Most immigrants landed in New York or Boston and had to fend for themselves right away. They were often the victim of crimes and were treated poorly. They came speaking their own native language and felt lost in a new world.
This week we are back to having a Unit Project! I know you are excited about that. Make sure you get all of your homework done this week, and we will celebrate next week with a Halloween costume party.
Homework for the week:
1. Read Unit 11
2. Complete a Unit Project ( I would love to see someone do #3) Hint, hint!!
3. Complete Bible assignments and write out Psalm 133
4. American Voices- "Crime Against Kansas", speeches form Compromise of 1850, "House Divided".
5. Add to Timeline
6. Extra Credit- come dressed in costume next week.
Extra, Extra credit- come dressed as someone from one of the lessons we have read.
Have a great week!!!
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