Videos Leading to the Declaration of Independence

As we approach the Declaration of Independence, there are some short videos available that highlight some of debate leading up to the Declaration. Here is one the highlights John Adams speech in the 2nd Continental Congress, supporting Independence.
(I can't get the link to work, but you can search John Adams Speeches to see them)
Also listed below, in a previous post is a video of the Declaration of Independence in its entirety.

AP US History-Colonial Regions Sept. 3-5, 2008

Comparing Colonial Regions

• Read complete guided chapter questions for chapter 2.
  

• Be sure to review French Colonization attempts (Chapter 2) and know how they compare with the English and Spanish in their relationship with Native Americans. Did the French practice a "frontier of inclusion"? How did the French Colonize? What were their motives? What geographical region did they go to? Why?

• Read and take notes on Chapter 3, using colonial regions graphic organizer, assigned in class September 3. Make special note of the political, social, and economic motives of each colony, as well culture and geography. Be able to discuss,compare and contrast their similarities and differences.
  

• Review John Winthrop's "A Modell of Christian Charity" that was discussed in class on September 3, 2008. Be able to answer questions and discuss the concept of the "Puritan Way"
  

Thank you,
Mr. Wyder

American History-IB Colonial Regions-Sept. 3-5, 2008

American History IB-Comparing Colonial Regions.

• Read Chapter 2 and 3 American Pagent.
• Complete the graphic organizer assigned in class as you read the chapters. Be able to discuss origins, motives, political theory, and differences among the colonies. Be sure to consider social, political, and economic motives of each colony, as well as their similarities and differences. Consider the movement toward sectionalism or regional beliefs.
  
• Read the John Winthrop "A Modell of Christian Charity"-be able to answer discussion questions on the back and discuss.
  

Thank you,
Mr. Wyder