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1. The American Revolution:

Main Ideas: Causes of the Revolution, Major Battles, Key Figures (Washington,
Franklin, etc.)
To Review: The impact of the Treaty of Paris on subsequent US foreign
relations.

2. The Civil War and Reconstruction:

Main Ideas: Slavery and its controversies, Major Battles, Lincoln's role,
Reconstruction Era.
To Review: Detailed events leading up to the Emancipation Proclamation.

3. The Great Depression:

Main Ideas: Causes, Impact on the common man, New Deal, Key figures
(Roosevelt, Hoover).
To Review: Long-term societal changes due to the Depression.

4. Civil Rights Movement:

Main Ideas: Key figures (King, Malcolm X, Rosa Parks), Landmark events (March
on Washington, Birmingham Campaign).
To Review: Civil Rights Act and its implications.

Study Reminders

 Quiz on American Revolution August 10th


 Essay on Civil War: August 12th
 Group Presentation on Civil Rights Movement: August 15th

Study Tips

Breaks: Use the Pomodoro technique - study for 25 minutes, then take a 5-
minute break.
Mind Maps: For each chapter, create a mind map to connect key events,
figures, and outcomes.
Discuss: Join or form a study group to discuss and quiz each other on key topics.

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