7th Grade March Madness Passages

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Analyze the crucial elements that led to the colonists' victory in the American Revolution, focusing on strategic leadership and foreign alliances. Gain understanding of pivotal battles, significant dates, and strategic advantages that influenced the war's outcome. Identify how leadership decisions and international support played critical roles in achieving independence, while developing knowledge of key historical events and relevant strategic concepts.

Explore the critical events of Day 2 of the Battle of Gettysburg with a focus on General Daniel Sickles' strategic decisions and Colonel Joshua Chamberlain's defense of Little Round Top. Gain insights into the impact of terrain on military outcomes and evaluate the effects of leadership decisions during wartime. Understand how these factors shaped the course of the battle and develop skills in military strategy analysis and historical interpretation.

Explore Earth's four major historical eras: Precambrian, Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic. Understand the key evolutionary milestones and transitions that define these eras, and gain insights into the evolution and extinction of species over billions of years.

Investigate the historical context and significance of Earth Day, focusing on its origins, impact, and global expansion. Understand the key events that led to its inception and gain insights into the environmental legislation and movements that followed. Learners will explore its role in raising environmental awareness and prompting legal and societal changes worldwide.

Examine the diverse New Year's traditions practiced by cultures worldwide, exploring their significance and historical origins. Gain appreciation for cultural diversity while understanding universal themes of renewal and prosperity that these customs embody.

Examine the complexities of dating geological materials through scientific methods including relative dating and radiometric dating. Gain proficiency in determining the age of objects and events, enhance critical thinking skills through the comparison of dating techniques, and improve accuracy by applying multiple methods.

Examine the life and artistic impact of Georgia O'Keeffe by focusing on her background, influences, and distinctive style. Learners will achieve a thorough grasp of O'Keeffe's artistic evolution and her pivotal role in art history.

Examine the history and traditions of Saint Patrick's Day, highlighting its cultural significance and how the shamrock symbolically explains the Holy Trinity. Understand the holiday's origins and customs while evaluating the global influence of Irish culture in various festivities.

Explore the significant human migration from Asia to North America and the subsequent adaptation to diverse environments across the Americas. Understand the challenges encountered during this migration and examine the evolution of professional nomadic lifestyles that supported survival. Enhance knowledge of human adaptability and historical migration patterns.