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United States History and Government

Grade 11 - Full year - One credit

This course culminates with a Regent’s examination in United States history, a New York State requirement for all students pass who will receive a high school diploma. The focus of this course is American development since 1865. In the post-Civil War to post-World War II period, there is an exploration of the shift from an agrarian-based society to an industrial society. American growth from isolationism to a commitment to global involvement is surveyed. Finally, America’s relation to a world in uncertain times is investigated. Throughout the course, basic Constitutional issues and the application of Constitutional principles to historical and contemporary life is emphasized.