Video 2: The Black Legend, Native Americans, and Spaniards: Crash

Course US History #1

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What is the "Black Legend"? Describe its significance in the context of

Spanish colonization.

 How did the interactions between Native Americans and Spaniards

shape the early history of America?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the impact of the Spanish conquest on Native American

societies. How did it change their way of life?

 Do you think the term "Black Legend" is a fair characterization of

Spanish actions during colonization? Why or why not?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

 1. Conquistador

2. Encomienda

3. Colonialism

4. Short Answer:

 In your opinion, what was the most significant consequence of the

Spanish colonization for the Native American populations?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Reflect on the legacy of Spanish colonization today. How do you think it

influences modern views on colonization and indigenous cultures?

Video 3: When is Thanksgiving? Colonizing America: Crash Course

US History #2

1. Comprehension Questions:

 How did the early settlers' relationship with Native Americans affect

the establishment of Thanksgiving?

 What role did agriculture play in the survival of the early colonies?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the different perspectives on Thanksgiving. How can history be

interpreted in various ways?

 How might the experience of Native Americans during colonization

differ from that of the settlers?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Pilgrim
 2. Colony

3. Harvest

4. Short Answer:

 Describe the significance of Thanksgiving in the context of

colonization.

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the impact of colonization on Native American culture and

traditions.
Video 4: The Natives and the English - Crash Course US History #3

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were some key differences between Native American and English

cultures?

 How did these differences affect their interactions?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss how understanding different cultures can lead to better

communication and relationships.

 How do you think the English justified their actions toward Native

Americans?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Sovereignty

2. Settlement
 3. Diplomacy

4. Short Answer:

 What were some of the consequences of English colonization on Native

American societies?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Consider how cultural misunderstandings can lead to conflict. Provide

examples from history.

Video 5: The Quakers, the Dutch, and the Ladies: Crash Course US

History #4

1. Comprehension Questions:

 Who were the Quakers, and what was their role in early American

history?

 How did the Dutch influence the development of New York?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the role of women in early colonial society. How did their

contributions shape communities?

 How does religious diversity in the colonies reflect broader themes in

American history?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Tolerance
 2. Colony

3. Matriarchal

4. Short Answer:

 What were some challenges faced by religious minorities in the

colonies?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Reflect on the importance of religious freedom in shaping American

identity.
Video 6: The Seven Years War and the Great Awakening: Crash

Course US History #5

1. Comprehension Questions:

 How did the Seven Years War lead to changes in British colonial policy?

 What was the Great Awakening, and why was it significant?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the impact of war on colonial unity and identity.

 How did religious revival movements influence American society?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Colonialism

2. Revival

3. Taxation
4. Short Answer:

 Describe the long-term effects of the Great Awakening on American

culture.

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze how conflict can lead to social change. Provide historical

examples.
Video 7: Taxes & Smuggling - Prelude to Revolution: Crash Course

US History #6

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were some of the key taxes imposed by the British government,

and how did colonists react?

 How did smuggling become a means of resistance?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss how taxation without representation fueled revolutionary

sentiments.

 In what ways do you think economic factors contribute to political

movements?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Smuggling
 2. Boycott

3. Taxation

4. Short Answer:

 How did the actions of colonists against British taxes demonstrate their

growing desire for independence?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Consider the role of economic issues in modern protests. Are there

parallels to the colonial era?

Video 8: Who Won the American Revolution?: Crash Course US

History #7

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What factors contributed to the American victory in the Revolution?

 How did foreign alliances play a role in the outcome of the war?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the significance of the Treaty of Paris in shaping the new

nation.

 How does the concept of victory differ between the American and

British perspectives?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Independence

2. Treaty
 3. Alliance

4. Short Answer:

 In your opinion, what was the most critical factor in winning the

American Revolution?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the implications of revolution on a nation's identity and

governance.
Video 9: The Constitution, the Articles, and Federalism: Crash

Course US History #8

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

 How did the Constitution address these weaknesses?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the concept of federalism. How does it impact state and

national governance?

 Why is the Constitution considered a "living document"?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Federalism

2. Ratification

3. Amendment
4. Short Answer:

 What compromises were made during the Constitutional Convention?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Reflect on the relevance of the Constitution today. How does it address

modern issues?
Video 10: Where US Politics Came From: Crash Course US History #9

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the primary influences on the development of American

political parties?

 How did the Federalists and Anti-Federalists differ in their views?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the role of political parties in shaping American democracy.

 How do political ideologies affect voter behavior today?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Federalist

2. Anti-Federalist

3. Political Party
4. Short Answer:

 In what ways did early political disagreements shape future political

discourse?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the impact of party polarization on modern governance.

Video 11: Thomas Jefferson & His Democracy: Crash Course US

History #10

1. Comprehension Questions:

 How did Jefferson's vision of democracy differ from that of his

predecessors?

 What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss Jefferson's views on government and individual rights.

 How did Jefferson’s presidency influence future American policies?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Democracy

2. Louisiana Purchase

3. Agrarian
4. Short Answer:

 How did Jefferson’s policies reflect his beliefs about government?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Consider the impact of individual leaders on the course of history.

Provide examples.
Video 12: The War of 1812 - Crash Course US History #11

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the main causes of the War of 1812?

 How did the war affect American nationalism?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss how the War of 1812 is often referred to as the "Second War of

Independence."

 In what ways did the war impact American foreign policy?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Nationalism

2. Impressment

3. Blockade
4. Short Answer:

 What were some consequences of the War of 1812 for the United

States?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the role of war in shaping national identity.

Video 13: The Market Revolution: Crash Course US History #12

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the key changes brought about by the Market Revolution?

 How did these changes affect American society?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the implications of industrialization on labor and workers’

rights.

 How did the Market Revolution contribute to regional differences in the

U.S.?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Industrialization

2. Urbanization

3. Capitalism
4. Short Answer:

 In what ways did the Market Revolution transform daily life for

Americans?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Reflect on how technological advancements shape societies today.

Provide examples.
Video 14: Slavery - Crash Course US History #13

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the economic and social reasons for the continuation of

slavery in the South?

 How did abolitionist movements challenge the institution of slavery?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the moral implications of slavery in American history.

 How does understanding the history of slavery inform discussions

about race today?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Abolition

2. Slave Trade

3. Plantation
4. Short Answer:

 What role did enslaved people play in the economy of the South?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the impact of historical injustices on contemporary society.

Video 15: Age of Jackson: Crash Course US History #14

1. Comprehension Questions:

 How did Andrew Jackson’s presidency reflect the rise of the common

man?

 What were the consequences of Jackson's policies on Native

Americans?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the concept of Jacksonian democracy. How does it compare to

today’s democratic practices?

 What were the pros and cons of Jackson's approach to governance?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Populism

2. Indian Removal
 3. Suffrage

4. Short Answer:

 In what ways did Jackson's presidency shape future American politics?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Consider the legacy of controversial leaders in history. What can we

learn from their actions?

Video 16: 19th Century Reforms: Crash Course US History #15

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the key reform movements of the 19th century?

 How did these movements seek to address social issues?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the role of women in the reform movements of the 19th

century.

 How did religion influence social reforms during this period?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Temperance

2. Abolitionism

3. Education Reform
4. Short Answer:

 What impact did the reform movements have on American society?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the effectiveness of social movements in bringing about

change.
Video 17: Women in the 19th Century: Crash Course US History #16

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the primary roles of women in 19th-century America?

 How did the women's rights movement evolve during this time?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the significance of the Seneca Falls Convention.

 How did women's roles in society reflect broader cultural attitudes?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Suffrage

2. Domestic Sphere

3. Feminism

4. Short Answer:
  What challenges did women face in their fight for rights?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Reflect on the progress made in women's rights. What challenges

remain?
Video 18: War & Expansion: Crash Course US History #17

1. Comprehension Questions:

 How did the concept of Manifest Destiny influence American

expansion?

 What were the consequences of the Mexican-American War?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the impact of westward expansion on Native American

populations.

 How does the idea of Manifest Destiny reflect American values?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Manifest Destiny

2. Annexation

3. Frontier
4. Short Answer:

 In what ways did expansion contribute to sectional tensions in the

U.S.?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the implications of expansionist policies on foreign relations.

Video 19: The Election of 1860 & the Road to Disunion: Crash Course

US History #18

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the main issues that led to the election of 1860?

 How did the outcome of the election contribute to the Civil War?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the significance of Lincoln's election in the context of

sectionalism.

 How did political divisions in the country reflect larger societal issues?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Secession

2. Republican Party

3. Civil War
4. Short Answer:

 What were the reactions of Southern states to Lincoln's election?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Reflect on how elections can influence national unity and division.

Video 20: Battles of the Civil War: Crash Course US History #19

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were some key battles of the Civil War, and why were they

significant?

 How did the outcomes of these battles influence the course of the war?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the role of military leadership in the Civil War.

 How did the geography of the United States impact military strategies?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Strategy

2. Casualty

3. Siege
4. Short Answer:

 What were some turning points in the Civil War?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the long-term effects of the Civil War on American society.

Video 21: The Civil War, Part I: Crash Course US History #20

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the primary causes of the Civil War?

 How did slavery play a role in the conflict?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss how economic differences contributed to sectional tensions.

 How did cultural attitudes toward slavery evolve during this period?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Sectionalism

2. Emancipation

3. Abolition

4. Short Answer:
  What were the immediate events leading up to the start of the Civil

War?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Reflect on how the Civil War has shaped modern America.

Video 22: History of the 4th of July: Crash Course US History Special

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What are the origins of the 4th of July celebration?

 How has the meaning of Independence Day changed over time?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the significance of the Declaration of Independence in

American history.

 How do different cultures within the U.S. celebrate Independence Day?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Independence

2. Patriotism

3. Celebration
4. Short Answer:

 In your opinion, what does Independence Day symbolize for Americans

today?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the relationship between national identity and holiday

celebrations.
Video 23: The Civil War Part 2: Crash Course US History #21

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the key events of the Civil War discussed in this part?

 How did the war impact civilian life in both the North and South?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the role of women and minorities during the Civil War.

 How did propaganda shape public perception of the war?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Reconstruction

2. Draft

3. Blockade

4. Short Answer:
  What were some major technological advancements during the Civil

War?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Consider how wartime experiences can shape a society’s future.

Video 24: Reconstruction and 1876: Crash Course US History #22

1. Comprehension Questions:

 What were the main goals of Reconstruction?

 How did the Compromise of 1877 affect the post-war South?

2. Discussion Prompts:

 Discuss the successes and failures of the Reconstruction era.

 How did Reconstruction policies impact African Americans?

3. Vocabulary:

 Define the following terms:

1. Reconstruction

2. Jim Crow

3. Freedmen

4. Short Answer:
  In what ways did Reconstruction set the stage for future civil rights

movements?

5. Critical Thinking:

 Analyze the long-term implications of Reconstruction on American

society.
Worksheet for Video 25: The Industrial Economy: Crash Course US

History #23

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main features of the industrial economy in the

late 19th century?

o How did industrialization change the American workforce?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o In what ways did industrialization contribute to social changes?

o How do economic systems affect class structures?

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "capitalism."

4. Short Answer:

o Explain the impact of the railroad expansion on the economy.

5. Critical Thinking:

o How do historical economic changes inform current economic

issues?
Worksheet for Video 26: Growth, Cities, and Immigration: Crash

Course US History #24

1. Comprehension Questions:

o How did urbanization affect American society?

o What were the main reasons for immigration during this period?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How do immigrant experiences shape the cultural landscape of

America?

o What challenges do cities face during rapid growth?

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "urbanization."

4. Short Answer:

o Discuss the significance of Ellis Island in American history.

5. Critical Thinking:

o How do contemporary immigration debates reflect historical

patterns?
Worksheet for Video 27: Gilded Age Politics: Crash Course US

History #25

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the characteristics of Gilded Age politics?

o How did corruption influence government during this period?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o What is the relationship between wealth and political power?

o How does the Gilded Age compare to other periods of political

corruption in American history?

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "graft."

4. Short Answer:

o Explain the significance of the Pendleton Civil Service Act.

5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways do Gilded Age politics continue to impact modern

political discourse?
Worksheet for Video 28: The Progressive Era: Crash Course US

History #26

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main goals of the Progressive movement?

o How did Progressives seek to address social and political issues?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How do Progressive reforms continue to shape American society

today?

o What is the relationship between social movements and political

change?

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "progressivism."

4. Short Answer:
 o Discuss the significance of women's suffrage in the Progressive

Era.

5. Critical Thinking:

o How can the lessons of the Progressive Era inform current social

justice movements?
Worksheet for Video 29: World War I: Crash Course US History #27

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main causes of World War I?

o How did the U.S. involvement in the war change public opinion?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o What role did propaganda play in shaping perceptions of the

war?

o How do wars influence national identity?

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "militarism."

4. Short Answer:

o Explain the significance of the Treaty of Versailles.

5. Critical Thinking:
o How do the consequences of World War I continue to shape

international relations today?

Worksheet for Video 30: American Imperialism: Crash Course US

History #28

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main motivations for American imperialism in the

late 19th and early 20th centuries?

o How did the Spanish-American War reflect the principles of

American imperialism?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o In what ways did American imperialism impact the countries

involved?

o How do the ideologies behind imperialism compare to modern

international relations?

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "imperialism."
4. Short Answer:

o Discuss the significance of the Open Door Policy in American

foreign relations.

5. Critical Thinking:

o How can the consequences of American imperialism be seen in

current global dynamics?

Worksheet for Video 31: Progressive Presidents: Crash Course US

History #29

1. Comprehension Questions:

o Who were the main Progressive Presidents, and what key policies

did each implement?

o How did the Progressive Era influence the role of government in

American society?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o In what ways did the Progressive Presidents address the issues of

their time?

o Compare the approaches of Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow

Wilson toward Progressivism.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "Progressivism."
4. Short Answer:

o Explain the significance of the Square Deal.

5. Critical Thinking:

o How do the reforms of the Progressive Era continue to influence

modern politics?
Worksheet for Video 32: America in World War I: Crash Course US

History #30

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main causes of America’s entry into World War I?

o Describe the impact of World War I on American society.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did propaganda shape public opinion during World War I?

o Discuss the long-term effects of World War I on American foreign

policy.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "neutrality."

4. Short Answer:

o What role did the United States play in the peace negotiations

after the war?

5. Critical Thinking:

o Analyze the significance of the Treaty of Versailles and its

implications for future conflicts.

Worksheet for Video 33: Women's Suffrage: Crash Course US History

#31

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the key arguments for and against women’s suffrage?

o Identify major figures in the women’s suffrage movement.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did the suffrage movement evolve over time?

o Discuss the impact of World War I on the women's suffrage

movement.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "suffrage."

4. Short Answer:

o What role did the 19th Amendment play in American democracy?

5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways did the suffrage movement influence other civil

rights movements?
Worksheet for Video 34: The Roaring 20s: Crash Course US History

#32

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What social and cultural changes defined the 1920s?

o Describe the economic conditions of the 1920s and their effects

on American society.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did the cultural movements of the 1920s, like the Harlem

Renaissance, reflect societal changes?

o Discuss the contrast between traditional values and modern

ideas during the 1920s.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "prohibition."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were the causes and consequences of the Stock Market

Crash of 1929?

5. Critical Thinking:

o Analyze the legacy of the 1920s on future American culture.

Worksheet for Video 35: The Great Depression: Crash Course US

History #33

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main causes of the Great Depression?

o Describe the impact of the Great Depression on American

families and communities.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did government responses to the Great Depression evolve

over time?

o Discuss the role of Franklin D. Roosevelt in shaping New Deal

policies.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "New Deal."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were some of the key programs created under the New

Deal, and what were their objectives?

5. Critical Thinking:

o How did the Great Depression change the relationship between

the government and the economy?

Worksheet for Video 36: The New Deal: Crash Course US History #34

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the primary goals of the New Deal?

o How did the New Deal address unemployment and economic

recovery?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o Evaluate the effectiveness of the New Deal programs in

alleviating the Great Depression.

o Discuss the political and social controversies surrounding the

New Deal.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "Social Security."

4. Short Answer:
 o What lasting changes did the New Deal bring to American society

and government?

5. Critical Thinking:

o How can the New Deal be seen as a response to both economic

crisis and social unrest?

Worksheet for Video 37: World War II Part 1: Crash Course US

History #35

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the causes of World War II, and how did the United

States initially respond?

o Discuss the significance of Pearl Harbor in shifting American

public opinion.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o Compare the responses of different nations to the rise of fascism.

o Discuss the impact of World War II on American industry and

economy.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "Axis Powers."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were the major military strategies employed by the United

States in the early years of the war?

5. Critical Thinking:

o Analyze how World War II changed the global balance of power.

Worksheet for Video 38: World War II Part 2 - The Homefront: Crash

Course US History #36

1. Comprehension Questions:

o How did the war effort change American society on the home

front?

o Discuss the role of women and minorities during World War II.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o What were some of the challenges faced by American citizens

during the war?

o Analyze the significance of wartime propaganda.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "rationing."

4. Short Answer:
 o How did the government mobilize the economy for war

production?

5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways did World War II lay the groundwork for the civil

rights movement?
Worksheet for Video 39: The Cold War: Crash Course US History #37

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the key events that marked the beginning of the Cold

War?

o Describe the strategies employed by the United States to contain

communism.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o Discuss how the Cold War influenced American foreign and

domestic policy.

o Compare the Korean War and the Vietnam War in terms of

American involvement.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "detente."

4. Short Answer:
 o What role did nuclear weapons play in Cold War tensions?

5. Critical Thinking:

o How did the Cold War shape global politics in the latter half of

the 20th century?

Worksheet for Video 40: The Cold War in Asia: Crash Course US

History #38

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main causes of the Vietnam War?

o Discuss the significance of the Geneva Accords.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did American media influence public perception of the

Vietnam War?

o Analyze the impact of the Cold War on U.S.-China relations.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "domino theory."

4. Short Answer:

o How did the U.S. strategy in Vietnam change over the course of

the war?
5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways did the Vietnam War impact American society and

politics?
Worksheet for Video 41: Civil Rights and the 1950s: Crash Course US

History #39

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the key events that advanced the Civil Rights

Movement in the 1950s?

o Describe the significance of the Brown v. Board of Education

decision.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did grassroots movements contribute to the broader Civil

Rights Movement?

o Compare the strategies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "segregation."

4. Short Answer:
 o What role did the federal government play in promoting civil

rights during this decade?

5. Critical Thinking:

o How did the events of the 1950s lay the foundation for future

civil rights activism?

Worksheet for Video 42: The 1960s in America: Crash Course US

History #40

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the major social and political movements of the

1960s?

o Discuss the impact of the Vietnam War on American society.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did the counterculture movement challenge traditional

values?

o Analyze the significance of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the

Voting Rights Act of 1965.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "counterculture."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were the effects of the Great Society programs?

5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways did the 1960s represent a turning point in American

history?
Worksheet for Video 43: The Rise of Conservatism: Crash Course US

History #41

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What factors contributed to the rise of conservatism in the 1970s

and 1980s?

o Describe the impact of Ronald Reagan on the conservative

movement.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did conservatism reshape American politics and society?

o Discuss the role of religion in the rise of the conservative

movement.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "Reaganomics."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were some key policies implemented during the Reagan

administration?

5. Critical Thinking:

o Analyze the relationship between the rise of conservatism and

the end of the Cold War.

Worksheet for Video 44: Ford, Carter, and the Economic Malaise:

Crash Course US History #42

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the key challenges faced by Gerald Ford and Jimmy

Carter during their presidencies?

o Discuss the significance of the oil crisis in the 1970s.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did public perception of government change during this

period?

o Analyze the impact of the Iran Hostage Crisis on American

foreign policy.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "stagflation."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were the main features of Carter's domestic policy?

5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways did the economic challenges of the 1970s set the

stage for future political changes?

Worksheet for Video 45: The Reagan Revolution: Crash Course US

History #43

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the key tenets of the Reagan Revolution?

o How did Reagan's policies impact the economy and social issues?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o Discuss the role of the media in shaping public perception of

Reagan.

o Analyze the effects of the Cold War on Reagan’s foreign policy.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "deregulation."

4. Short Answer:

o What were the key achievements of the Reagan administration?

5. Critical Thinking:

o How did Reagan's presidency redefine the role of government in

American life?
Worksheet for Video 46: George HW Bush and the End of the Cold

War: Crash Course US History #44

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What events led to the end of the Cold War during George H.W.

Bush's presidency?

o Discuss the significance of the Gulf War.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did Bush's foreign policy differ from that of Reagan?

o Analyze the impact of the collapse of the Soviet Union on global

politics.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "New World Order."

4. Short Answer:
 o What role did diplomacy play in the peaceful resolution of the

Cold War?

5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways did the end of the Cold War affect U.S. domestic

policies?
Worksheet for Video 47: The Clinton Years, or the 1990s: Crash

Course US History #45

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the key policies and initiatives of Bill Clinton's

presidency?

o How did economic trends in the 1990s influence political

dynamics?

2. Discussion Prompts:

o Discuss the significance of the impeachment of Bill Clinton.

o Analyze the impact of globalization on American society in the

1990s.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "NAFTA."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were the primary challenges faced by Clinton during his

presidency?

5. Critical Thinking:

o How did the political landscape of the 1990s set the stage for

future political developments?

Worksheet for Video 48: Terrorism, War, and Bush 43: Crash Course

US History #46

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the main events that defined George W. Bush’s

presidency?

o Discuss the implications of the September 11 attacks on U.S.

foreign and domestic policy.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o Analyze the impact of the War on Terror on civil liberties in the

United States.

o How did Bush’s administration respond to the challenges of

global terrorism?

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "homeland security."

4. Short Answer:

o What were the major outcomes of the Iraq War?

5. Critical Thinking:

o How did the events of the early 2000s reshape American identity

and policy?
Worksheet for Video 49: Obamanation: Crash Course US History #47

1. Comprehension Questions:

o What were the key achievements and challenges of Barack

Obama's presidency?

o Discuss the significance of the Affordable Care Act.

2. Discussion Prompts:

o How did Obama’s foreign policy differ from that of his

predecessors?

o Analyze the role of race and identity politics in Obama’s

presidency.

3. Vocabulary:

o Define "Obamacare."

4. Short Answer:
 o What were some key domestic issues during Obama’s time in

office?

5. Critical Thinking:

o In what ways did Obama’s presidency reflect the complexities of

contemporary American society?