Hey Folks! This week we continue Topic 11 America Comes of Age. We will be discussing Teddy Roosevelt and trustbusting, the Taft and Wilson Administrations, and America’s first steps toward the position of a world power.

Classes: Monday/Wednesday, 9:15 – 9:45 AM

 Zoom Meeting ID: 727 1779 5548

Weekly Objectives

Topic 11.4 Reformers in the Whitehouse Objectives: Analyze how Theodore Roosevelt influenced the changing relationship between the federal government and private business. Explain the impact of Roosevelt’s actions toward managing the environment. Compare Roosevelt’s policies with Taft’s and Wilson’s. Describe Wilson’s efforts to regulate the economy. Assess the legacy of the Progressive Era.

Topic 11.5 American Influence Grows Objectives: Identify the key factors that caused Americans to want to take a greater role overseas. Explain how the US took its first steps toward the position of a world power. Evaluate the acquisition of Hawaii by the US. 

New Assignments Due 10/5

1. Topic 11.4 Reformers in the White House
2. Topic 11.5 American Influence Grows

Late Assignments (not acceptable after 10/5 at 8:00 AM)

1. Topic 11.1 Progressives Drive Reform
2. Topic 11.2 Women Gain Rights
3. Topic 11.3 Striving for Equality