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1d - Change Over Time - Generalization Exercise
1d - Change Over Time - Generalization Exercise
For each of the following groups, write out one clear, concise, direct sentence which clearly expresses
the change over time that the factual information listed could support (the equivalent of a topic
sentence). For one bit of specific factual information, write one clear, concise, direct sentence which
provides interpretive commentary (shows HOW and WHY the information supports the topic sentence).
Group 1
Topic sentence
Interpretive commentary
Group 2
Topic sentence
Interpretive commentary
Group 3
Boston Massacre
Non-consumption Agreements
Sons of Liberty
Boston Tea Party
Suffolk Resolves
Lexington and Concord
Topic sentence
Interpretive Commentary
Group 4
Topic sentence
Interpretive commentary
Group 5
Division of powers
Bill of Rights
Checks and Balances
State Constitutions
Federal system
Separation of powers
Topic sentence
Interpretive commentary
Group 6
Confederal system
Power to tax
Right of Deposit
Continentals
Northwest Forts
Interstate trade wars
Topic sentence
Interpretive commentary