The 1950s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lPQe39Oj2g |
Gender Roles & Dating
After WWII Americans enter the Cold War. The need to be the "BEST" Americans were could be became a pillar in our war against the Soviets. In the new postwar society everyone needed to play their part.
Watch the video "Are You Ready For Marriage?" = an attempt to make sure marriages lasted in order to ensure the future of America. |
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Quiz Grade:
The history and social impact of Barbie. Can Barbie be seen as a feminist icon?
Read the article and answer the questions that follow. |
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRF3A6pfWzYhttp://xfinitytv.comcast.net/watch/I-Love-Lucy/8580340462745885112/full-episodes#episode=8220889687920518112
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1950s TV Sitcoms
In class we watched an episode of "Father Knows Best" and and an episode of "I Love Lucy". Then we used the 1950s Sitcom worksheet to compare and contrast the two shows.
Follow the links to watch the show = good examples of gender roles. |
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Rock N Roll
In class we took some notes on the history of rock n roll. We watched a lot of video clips!
Clips in order of how they appear in powerpoint. |
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnfjgRJGpos |
The Death of Rock N Roll
PowerPoint about the tragic loss of 3 of Rock N Roll's legends. Also discussed, the connection between this event and the 1969 song "American Pie".
We watched part of VH1's Behind the Music about this event. Follow the link to watch it on YouTube. |
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Test Grade: Rebel Without A Cause Response Questions
Answer the following questions while you watch the film. Due at the end of the film and counts as a test grade.
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