Assume that the information provided in Sources A, B, C and D is credible. Complete the following extended response question:

 

Is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization still relevant to the national security of the United States?

 

Develop a claim in response to the question.

 

Cite evidence from the provided sources to support your claim.

 

Use your knowledge of government in your response.

Students will take a position on whether the Founders' intentions should still be considered relevant today, and cite evidence from two at least two different sources to support their claim.

They will write a three paragraph essay that addresses the question: Are the Founder's intentions relevant for DC today?

How was Georgetown or Berry Farms gentrified?

Step 1: In the space provided, explain the concept of gentrification IN YOUR OWN WORDS. Include an example of where you can see gentrification happening in today’s DC.

Step 1 Response

Gentrification is

Step 2: Complete the graphic organizer below after reading the article. You will use it to record quotes or facts from the article that demonstrate causes of this neighborhood’s gentrification.

Name of Neighborhood: ____________________________

Cause

(Summarize in your own words)

Evidence from article

(Direct quote from text)

DCHA moving existing residents out to fix up the Farms.

DC has plans to demolish and rehab existing units in Barry Farms.

Step 3: Write a paragraph in response to the question, “How was ____________ gentrified?”. Make sure to include a thesis statement, 2-3 pieces of evidence from the article, and explanation of evidence within your response.

Step 3 Response

After completing the Founders Paideia project, students will reflect on the Founders' intentions for the District of Columbia and evaluate its effects today. Students will take a position on whether the Founders' intentions should still be considered relevant today, and cite evidence from two at least two different sources to support their claim.

They will write a three paragraph essay that addresses the question: Are the Founder's intentions relevant for DC today?