Ap united States History 1st Semester Reading List due january 5th, 2016

Select a book from the list of historical time periods. The book you choose can be a biography, narrative, non-fiction or historic-fiction but each book must obtain teacher approval. Then prepare a 5-6 page typed, 1.5 spaced, report according to the following guidelines

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  List author, title and date of publication
  
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     Write a brief summary of the book (1 page).
     
  2. 
     Analyze two of the main characters that are historical figures (2-3 paragraphs EACH)
     
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       If they are fictional, research the accuracy of the character
       

3. 
   Summarize the author's description of 2 key historical events or conflicts (2-3 paragraphs EACH).
   
4. 
   Conclude by depicting ways in which the book increased your knowledge and understanding of the historical period covered (1/2 page).
   
5. 
   You will give a 3-5 minute summary of the book to the class.
   

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   Early Republic- New Nation