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Post-Civil War: Regional Shifts in U.S. Population by Age and Sex

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Post-Civil War: Regional Shifts in U.S. Population by Age and Sex

Activity Description

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Students will examine population pyramids of 1850–1870 census data for different races/ethnicities and for the states and territories. Then they will compare these data to understand how the Civil War and western migration affected the composition of the U.S. population.

Suggested Grade Level

9-10

Approximate Time Required

60 minutes

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to compare and analyze population pyramids of 1850–1870 census data for different races/ethnicities and for U.S. states and territories.
  • Students will be able to use data from population pyramids to draw connections between the Civil War and western migration.

Materials Required

  • The student version of this activity, 4 pages
  • A computer with Internet access for each student
  • Teacher computer with Internet access and a projector to display web sites

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Teacher Notes

Blooms Taxonomy

Analyzing
Blooms Taxonomy

Students will analyze census data to draw conclusions about the impact of the Civil War and western migration on shifts in the U.S. population.

Subject

High School History

Topics

  • The Civil War
  • Population change
  • Western migration

Skills Taught

  • Comparing and contrasting
  • Making inferences
  • Reading and analyzing population pyramids
Page Last Revised - December 16, 2021
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