NEW SITE

Hello everyone.  This is a message to inform everyone that I have moved all assignments and announcements to my Google Classroom.  Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.  My email is cmazur@ucvts.tec.nj.us.  Thank you and have a great day!

A Day: Imperialism Test

Hello everyone.  Today we compared and contrasted the reactions of the Chinese and Japanese governments to Western aggression within Asia during the Age of Imperialism.  Please remember that your test is scheduled for Tuesday.  The study guide must be completed and handed in on the day of the test.  Feel free to email me if you have any questions.  Have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Chinese Rebellions and Revolutions

Hello everyone.  Today we discussed the fall of the Qing Dynasty and the appearance of Western influences within Asia.  We focused on the Opium Wars and the establishment of spheres of influence within China.  For homework, please research all three of the following rebellions/revolutions: Taiping Rebellion, Boxer Rebellion, and the Revolution of 1911.  Using only reliable sources please fill in the chart that was in the back of the class.  Information that must be in the chart for the three events are: Dates, Causes, Leaders, Main Ideas, and Effects.  Please email me if you have any questions.

Furthermore, the Age of Imperialism test will be given on Wednesday.  The study guide is due on the same day.  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Chinese Rebellions and Revolutions

Hello everyone.  Today we discussed the fall of the Qing Dynasty and the appearance of Western influences within Asia.  We focused on the Opium Wars and the establishment of spheres of influence within China.  For homework, please research all three of the following rebellions/revolutions: Taiping Rebellion, Boxer Rebellion, and the Revolution of 1911.  Using only reliable sources please fill in the chart that was in the back of the class.  Information that must be in the chart for the three events are: Dates, Causes, Leaders, Main Ideas, and Effects.  Please email me if you have any questions.

Furthermore, the Age of Imperialism test will be given on Tuesday.  The study guide is due on the same day.  Email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Colonialism in Southeast Asia

Hello everyone!  Yesterday we discussed British imperialism within India under the British East India Company and the British government.  For homework, please read the packet that I have provided to you about European imperialism within Southeast Asia.  Below is a list of questions that you must answer.  Please write the answers in complete sentences within Google Documents.  After you are finished, share the document with me (cmazur@ucvts.tec.nj.us).  The documents must be shared before class begins on Wednesday.

Also, remember that your next test is on Wednesday.  I have provided you with a study guide.  Please begin to prepare for this assessment and email me if you have any questions.  The study guide will be collected on the day of the test.

The questions for the homework assignment are:

1.)  What was the difference between Old Imperialism and New Imperialism?
2.)  After reading the quote in the 2nd paragraph on paragraph on p. 451, how do you think this source demonstrates the beliefs of Europeans at the time?
3.)  What were the main reasons why Great Britain established colonies within Singapore and Burma?
4.)  Where did the French expand in Southeast Asia and why did they expand into these areas?  What kind of government did they set up within these areas?
5.)  Why was Siam the only Southeast Asian state to retain its independence?
6.)  Why did the United States expand into Southeast Asia (i.e., the Philippines) and what issues did they encounter?
7.)  After reading the entire packet, do you believe direct or indirect control was better?  Explain by providing details from the reading.
8.)  Why did many Southeast Asian nations resist American and European imperialism?  What social classes led these resistance movements and why?
9.)  What were 3 benefits and 3 disadvantages of American and European imperialism within Southeast Asia?

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: European Imperialism in Southeast Asia

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed British imperialism within India under the British East India Company and the British government.  We also analyzed the positive and negative effects of British imperialism within the nation.  For homework, please read the packet that I have provided to you about European imperialism within Southeast Asia.  Below is a list of questions that you must answer.  Please write the answers in complete sentences within Google Documents.  After you are finished, share the document with me (cmazur@ucvts.tec.nj.us).  The documents must be shared before class begins on Wednesday.

Also, remember that your next test is on Friday.  I have provided you with a study guide.  Please begin to prepare for this assessment and email me if you have any questions.  The study guide will be collected on the day of the test.

The questions for the homework assignment are:

1.)  What was the difference between Old Imperialism and New Imperialism?
2.)  After reading the quote in the 2nd paragraph on paragraph on p. 451, how do you think this source demonstrates the beliefs of Europeans at the time?
3.)  What were the main reasons why Great Britain established colonies within Singapore and Burma?
4.)  Where did the French expand in Southeast Asia and why did they expand into these areas?  What kind of government did they set up within these areas?
5.)  Why was Siam the only Southeast Asian state to retain its independence?
6.)  Why did the United States expand into Southeast Asia (i.e., the Philippines) and what issues did they encounter?
7.)  After reading the entire packet, do you believe direct or indirect control was better?  Explain by providing details from the reading.
8.)  Why did many Southeast Asian nations resist American and European imperialism?  What social classes led these resistance movements and why?
9.)  What were 3 benefits and 3 disadvantages of American and European imperialism within Southeast Asia?

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Russian Aggression Then and Now

Hello everyone.  Yesterday we discussed European imperialism within Muslim lands.  We discussed the weakness of the Ottoman Empire and the tension between the British and Russian empires.  For homework, please complete the worksheet comparing this tension with current issues within Ukraine.  Please email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

P.S.-  We have a quiz next class.  Please make sure you are prepared!

A Day (Periods 3-4, 7-8): Russian Aggression Then and Now

Hello everyone.  Today we discussed European imperialism within Muslim lands.  We discussed the weakness of the Ottoman Empire and the tension between the British and Russian empires.  For homework, please complete the worksheet comparing this tension with current issues within Ukraine.  Please email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

P.S.-  We have a quiz next class.  Please make sure you are prepared!

B Day: Europeans Claim Muslim Lands

Hello everyone!  Today we finished investigating the inhumane treatment of the Congolese at the hands of King Leopold II.  Please remember to read Chapter 27 Section 3 and complete the worksheet for homework.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Imperialism in the Middle East

Hello everyone!  This is a reminder that the homework for the weekend is to read Chapter 27 Section 3 and complete the worksheet that I have provided during class.  Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great weekend!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Case Study-Imperialism in Nigeria

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed King Leopold's imperialism in the Congo Free State and we began to investigate the atrocities committed against the locals within the territory.  We are going to continue this research to create our speeches during the next class.  Please remember to bring your Chromebooks or computers.

For homework, please read Chapter 27 Section 2 and complete the worksheet that I have provided to you.  You must complete both Parts A and B.  Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Case Study-Imperialism in Nigeria

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed King Leopold's imperialism in the Congo Free State and we began to investigate the atrocities committed against the locals within the territory.  We are going to continue this research to create our speeches during the next class.  Please remember to bring your Chromebooks or computers.

For homework, please read Chapter 27 Section 2 and complete the worksheet that I have provided to you.  You must complete both Parts A and B.  Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Scramble for Africa

Hello everyone.  Yesterday we discussed the basics of imperialism within the 19th and 20th centuries.  For homework, please read Chapter 27 Section 1 and complete the worksheet that I have provided to you.  You must answer both Parts A and B.  Email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

P.S.- For my APA class, please bring your Chromebooks tomorrow for our lesson.  Thank you!

A Day: Scramble for Africa

Hello everyone.  Today we discussed the basics of imperialism within the 19th and 20th centuries.  For homework, please read Chapter 27 Section 1 and complete the worksheet that I have provided to you.  You must answer both Parts A and B.  Email me if you have any questions.

~Mr. Mazur

P.S.- For my APA classes, please bring your Chromebooks to the next class.  Thank you!

A Day (Periods 3-4, 7-8): Simon Wiesenthal

Hello everyone!  For homework, please finish the two assignments that we began in class.  They should be finished and shared to me by 8 A.M. on Monday.  The assignments are:

Google Presentation:
5 Slide Minimum
Must include a Title Page
Must include a Bibliography (MLA format)
Must include information on the life of Simon Wiesenthal (before, during, and after the Holocaust)

Google Document:
1.)  What issues do you believe Holocaust survivors faced after being liberated from concentration or extermination camps?
2.)  If you could ask a Holocaust survivor 3 questions, what would they be?
3.)  If you were to evaluate Tom Dugan’s acting performance in “Wiesenthal,” what would you be looking for during the show?
4.)  If you were to ask Dugan 3 questions about his performance in the show, what would they be?

Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Industrial Revolution Writing Assignment

Hello everyone.  This is just a reminder that your homework is to complete the chart for our thesis on whether the Industrial Revolution had more positive or negative effects on society.  I will check the assignment during Friday's class.  Please email me if you have any questions.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

A Day: Child Labor

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the working conditions within the factories during the Industrial Revolution.  We also discussed why women and children were employed for jobs during the time period.  Lastly, we compared and contrasted child labor during the Industrial Revolution to child labor today.  We will continue this discussion during Wednesday's class.

For homework, I have given everyone a worksheet to complete.  Please find a reliable video (via You Tube or elsewhere on the Internet) relating to child labor today.  The video must be longer than 4 minutes.  Watch the video and complete the worksheet provided.

Please also remember that you will have an open-notebook quiz next class.  The quiz will be based on all information learned about the Industrial Revolution thus far.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email me over the weekend.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

P.S.-  Your extra credit will also be due on Wednesday's class.

B Day: Child Labor

Hello everyone!  Today we discussed the working conditions within the factories during the Industrial Revolution.  We also discussed why women and children were employed for jobs during the time period.  Lastly, we compared and contrasted child labor during the Industrial Revolution to child labor today.  We will continue this discussion during Tuesday's class.

For homework, I have given everyone a worksheet to complete.  Please find a reliable video (via You Tube or elsewhere on the Internet) relating to child labor today.  The video must be longer than 4 minutes.  Watch the video and complete the worksheet provided.

Please also remember that you will have an open-notebook quiz next class.  The quiz will be based on all information learned about the Industrial Revolution thus far.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email me over the weekend.  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

All Classes: Urbanization

Hello everyone.  For the past two days, we discussed the effects of population growth and urbanization.  You also began to work on a packet relating to the rise of cities and cholera outbreaks that happened during the Industrial Revolution.  If you have not done so, please finish this packet for homework.

Furthermore, I provided you with an extra credit assignment.  If you choose to complete the extra credit, you can earn up to 4 points on a test.  However, the assignment must be creative and thought out.  If you would like the assignment, please stop by my classroom.  The assignment is due on Tuesday (B Day) and Wednesday (A Day).

You will have a quiz relating to the Industrial Revolution on Tuesday (B Day) or Wednesday (A Day).  I will provide you with a study guide for our midterms during the next class.  Lastly, you will be turning in your notebooks during the midterms for our 2nd Marking Period Notebook Check.

Please email me if you have any questions. Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur

B Day: Population Growth

Hello everyone!  Today we analyzed the causes and effects of technological innovations during the Industrial Revolution.  We also analyzed the different inventions and methods made during the time period.  One aspect of the Industrial Revolution that I mentioned is the drastic change in population growth.  The Industrial Revolution allowed most people to live past childhood and the world population drastically increased.  Today, we have over 7 billion people within the world.  To prove this point, I have posted 2 videos about the topic.  For homework, please watch both of them and write a paragraph or two on the following:
1.)  What are your thoughts on the information presented within the 2 videos?
2.)  Do you believe that population growth will be an issue within your lifetime (according to sources, we will hit 10 billion within the next 90 years? What will the consequences be if there are issues?  Explain by providing details to support your argument.

VIDEOS:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcSX4ytEfcE
https://www.populationeducation.org/content/world-population-video

Please email me if you have any questions or concerns.  Do not email me the assignment.  You can hand-write the assignment or type it (but if you type it, you MUST print it out).  We will discuss your findings during the next class and analyze living conditions and the rise of cities (urbanization).  Have a great day!

~Mr. Mazur