12th Grade Changing Political Landscape Passages

Focus on the significant events and influential figures of the French Revolution and the rise of nationalist revolutions in Europe and Latin America. Understand the roles of key personalities and political philosophies to enhance comprehension of historical cause and effect and the development of modern political ideologies.

Understand how scientific recommendations change over time, focusing on the impact of new evidence and research. Gain insights into how the scientific process adapts to emerging information, fostering enhanced critical thinking skills in science.

Analyze the defining moments of Jimmy Carter's presidency, focusing on his foreign policy centered on human rights. Examine significant events such as the Camp David Accords and the Iran Hostage Crisis. Gain insights into Carter's international strategies, understand their historical significance, and explore the challenges of diplomatic leadership during his administration.

Examine the diverse development of African societies up to 1500 CE, focusing on key civilizations like the Sudanic kingdoms and the role of trans-Saharan trade networks. Gain insights into the cultural synthesis due to the spread of Islam and understand the impacts of historical trade routes on socio-economic structures and intercontinental exchanges.

Examines the essential functions and roles of political parties within the U.S. political system, focusing on their influence, representation, and candidate nomination processes. Enhances understanding of how political parties operate and affect governance, decision-making, and election dynamics.

Examine the pivotal role of political parties in democratic systems, focusing on their influence on voter mobilization, ideological formation, and the legislative process. Gain insights into the diversity of political viewpoints and the impact of parties such as Republicans, Democrats, Libertarians, and the Green Party on government policies and the shaping of democracy.

Examine the Supreme Court's challenges to the New Deal and analyze FDR's controversial court-packing plan intended to secure judicial support for progressive legislation. Gain an understanding of the dynamics of judicial power, separation of powers, and the influence of constitutional interpretation on U.S. policy-making.

Explore Earth's environments, focusing on the connections between physical landscapes and human activities. Gain an understanding of key concepts in physical and human geography, including climate zones, and how these elements influence our world.

Examine the historical decline of textile mills in North Carolina by analyzing economic changes, globalization, and technological progress. Understand the socio-economic transformations in communities centered around textiles and evaluate the enduring effects on local economies and cultures.

Examine the expansion of the Roman Empire and the rise of Christianity as a pivotal cultural and religious influence from 2000 BCE to 700 CE. Gain insights into the strategic, political, and social factors that shaped this period, as well as the transformative effects of Christianity on Western civilization.

Explore the detailed analysis of Margaret Atwood's poem "The City Planners," emphasizing literary devices such as tone, structure, and personification. Develop critical reading skills by interpreting nuanced language and understanding the contrast between suburban life and individual ideals.