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Mr.Johnston
Jason.Johnston@nbexcellence.org
Course Bibliography
Textbook: McKay, John, Bennett Hill, and John Buckler. A History of Western Society,
(Fifth Edition) Houghton Mifflin Co., Boston, 1995
Main Assignments
Terms-Students will write the about the major events, people, and movements of each
chapter of study. These are completed in paragraph form and cover the important who,
when, where, what, and why it was or still is important.
Students will also complete a relevant Timeline for each chapters terms. Maps will also
be provided and a list of important places will be completed and returned with the some
of the chapters terms.
Papers-All the major papers are listed throughout the course syllabus.
Prompts after every chapter, students construct a thesis to a Historical prompt dealing
with the recent topics of study. In class discussions follow.
Document Based Questions (DBQ)- Students will complete a take-home DBQ at least
four times throughout the year. There will more out of class if deemed necessary.
Several DBQs are also done throughout the year as in-class assignments.
Primary Source Readings-Students will analyze primary sources throughout the year
during inclass discussions.
Summer Readings
Chapter 8, 9, and 10 from McKay. Ch 8-10 Reading notes, terms, and maps due
first day. Quiz on the summer assignment first day back.
Course Outline
First Semester
Introduction/Development to the Middle Ages
Introduction: Course description
The development of the Carolingian state and the resulting breakup and its
role in the development of medieval feudalism. Examination of the revival of
Europe and the establishment of a relatively stable political environment. A
study of the causes of church reform in the 11th and 12th centuries and the
economy, and society. The spread of Humanism, and the effects of the
War of Roses.
Readings: McKay Chapter 13
Video: The Medici-Godfathers of the Renaissance
Primary Source Reading-The Prince Chapter XVII
The Reformation
The Reformation and impact of on western society. The response of the
Catholic Church and the contribution of major Protestant reformers.
Readings: McKay chapter 14
DBQ-College Board DBQ from 1993. Describe the various values and
purposes of Renaissance education.
Terms/Timeline: John Knox, Martin Luther, Henry VIII, Charles V, Council
of Trent, Benefices, Peace of Augsburg, Calvinism.
Film-Luther
Second Semester
The Revolution and Politics
The various causes of the Frence and American Revolutions. The impact of
the French revolution on the people of Europe and specifically on France
Readings: McKay chapter 21
Video: The French Revolution and Napolean Biography
3. What methods were used by the Great Powers to preserve the balance of
power?
4. Why did the French turn their backs on the 1848 Revolution and elect a
strongman as president?
Test: Chapter 23 and 24