These are some terms and people you should know for the test that is coming up on Tuesday, Oct. 24.
People:
William McKinley and William Jennings Bryan
Willa Cather Frederick Jackson Turner
Sitting Bull George Custer
Crazy Horse Buffalo Bill
Red Cloud Chief Joseph
Geronimo Frederick Remington
Terms:
Manifest Destiny
Homestead Act of 1862
Pacific Railroad Act of 1862
Union Pacific and Central Pacific
silverites and gold bugs
Ghost Dance
The Grange
Dawes Act
The 3 Cs - conquer, Christianize, and capitalize
Knowing these terms for Monday will help the review go more smoothly. :)
"After a hard day's work diggin' up the sod, we're ready for chow."
Welcome to our class's blog. We are discussing the latest topics we're studying in American history and literature. This website has been active since December 2005. Selected Excel 10 students will take turns posting their thoughts, and other Excel 10 students will comment on these posts. Parents, staff, and other interested persons are invited to add their comments on our musings. Any inappropriate comments will be deleted.
Friday, October 20, 2006
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