Social Studies

The United States is a country formed by the many contributions and traditions of our immigrants.

Pennsylvania today is a state formed by the many contributions and traditions of our immigrants.

The Declaration of Independence, United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights are documents that shape and define the goals of the United States Government.

The structure, organization and operations of the United States Government is divided into three branches.

Knowledge of geography, culture, economy and history can be used to understand the regions of the United States.

The extent of citizens’ liberties and responsibilities varies according to limits on governmental authority. Governments influence economic structure and growth. Choices made by consumers and producers influence market. Economies of the world can be classified based on the types of industries that make one kind of product or provide one kind of service.

Civilizations are defined by characteristics of geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, and social structure.

Civilizations are defined by characteristics of geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, and social structure.

The Greek city-states contributed to the development of government. Greek culture survived and spread even though the city-states themselves were conquered.

The Ancient Greeks developed innovations and concepts that have had lasting effect on civilization since the Renaissance and the modern age.

Rome expanded from a small settlement into an emerging world power.

Many cultural changes made during the Roman Empire left a lasting impact on both Roman and later civilizations.

Feudalism developed as the result of the need for government and organization after the fall of the Western Roman Empire.

Cultural changes of the late Middle Ages led to the end of feudalism and the rise of towns.

The thoughts of the Ancient Greeks and Romans led to a new way of thinking. This period was called the Renaissance and it continues to influence modern thought.

The Reformation caused major changes in the political, economic, and social structure in Europe.

Colonial conflict led to the development of the United States.

A series of compromises were an essential part of the creation of the Constitution.

The Nation faced multiple challenges after gaining independence.

The nation faced many challenges and successes during the Republican era.

The United States went through many industrial and political changes in the early 1800’s that led to growth and expansion.

The politics of expansion had a significant impact on the United States of America.

Sectionalism divided the country and led to the Civil War.

The American Civil War was a devastating conflict in American history.

Reconstruction attempted to reunite the nation after the Civil War.