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Purpose is twofold:
- Cover the TEKS in a succinct way.
  - §113.19. Social Studies, Grade 7, Beginning with School Year 2011-2012.
- Offer sources, links, and further information for students
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End-of-section questions, use Template:Quiz

Structure

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United States Declaration of Independence

appropriate instruction concerning the intent, meaning, and importance of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, including the Bill of Rights, in their historical contexts. The study of the Declaration of Independence must include the study of the relationship of the ideas expressed in that document to subsequent American history, including the relationship of its ideas to the rich diversity of our people as a nation of immigrants, the American Revolution, the formulation of the U.S. Constitution, and the abolitionist movement, which led to the Emancipation Proclamation and the women's suffrage movement.
study and recite the following text:
We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness--That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed.

—Declaration of Independence

identify how the Texas Constitution reflects the principles
- limited government
- republicanism
- checks and balances
- federalism
- separation of powers
- popular sovereignty
- individual rights
- compare the principles and concepts of the Texas Constitution to the U.S. Constitution, including the Texas and U.S. Bill of Rights.
describe the structure and functions of government at municipal, county, and state levels;
identify major sources of revenue for state and local governments such as property tax, sales tax, and fees; and
describe the structure, funding, and governance of Texas public education, including local property taxes, bond issues, and state and federal funding supported by state and federal taxpayers.
identify rights of Texas citizens
explain and analyze civic responsibilities of Texas citizens and the importance of civic participation

Natural Texas and its People

locate the geographical regions of Texas
- Mountains and Basins
- Great Plains
- North Central Plains
- Coastal Plains
locate places of importance in Texas during the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries such as
- major cities
- rivers
- natural and historic landmarks
- political and cultural regions
- local points of interest
compare places and regions of Texas in terms of physical and human characteristics
analyze the effects of physical and human factors on major events in Texas.
- climate
- weather
- landforms
- irrigation
- transportation
- communication
People to study: Roy Bedichek

Age of Contact

compare the cultures of American Indians in Texas prior to European colonization
- Gulf
- Plains
- Puebloan
- Southeastern
identify important individuals, events, and issues related to European exploration of Texas
- Alonso Álvarez de Pineda
- Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and his writings
- the search for gold
- the conflicting territorial claims between France and Spain
Year to remember: 1519, mapping of the Texas coast and first mainland Spanish settlement

Spanish Colonial Era

identify important events and issues related to European colonization of Texas
- establishment of Catholic missions, towns, and ranches
- Fray Damián Massanet,
- José de Escandón
- Antonio Margil de Jesús
- Francisco Hidalgo
Year to remember: 1718, founding of San Antonio

Mexican National Era

identify the individuals, issues, and events related to Mexico becoming an independent nation and its impact on Texas
- Texas involvement in the fight for independence
- José Gutiérrez de Lara
- the Battle of Medina
- the Mexican federal Constitution of 1824
- the merger of Texas and Coahuila as a state
- the State Colonization Law of 1825
- slavery
identify the contributions of significant individuals during the Mexican settlement of Texas
- Moses Austin
- Stephen F. Austin
- Erasmo Seguín
- Martín De León
- Green DeWitt
contrast Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo purposes for and methods of settlement in Texas
Year to remember: 1821, independence from Spain

Revolution and Republic

trace the development of events that led to the Texas Revolution
- Fredonian Rebellion
- the Mier y Terán Report
- the Law of April 6, 1830
- the Turtle Bayou Resolutions
- the arrest of Stephen F. Austin
Year to remember: 1836, Texas independence
explain the roles played by significant individuals during the Texas Revolution
- George Childress
- Lorenzo de Zavala
- James Fannin
- Sam Houston
- Antonio López de Santa Anna
- Juan N. Seguín
- William B. Travis
explain the issues surrounding significant events of the Texas Revolution
- Battle of Gonzales
- William B. Travis' letter "To the People of Texas and All Americans in the World"
- the siege of the Alamo and all the heroic defenders who gave their lives there
- the Constitutional Convention of 1836
- Fannin's surrender at Goliad
- The Battle of San Jacinto
Explain how the establishment of the Republic of Texas brought civil, political, and religious freedom to Texas.
identify individuals, events, and issues during the administrations of Republic of Texas Presidents Houston, Lamar, and Jones
- Texas Navy
- the Texas Rangers
- Edwin W. Moore
- Jack Coffee Hays
- Chief Bowles
- William Goyens
- Mary Maverick
- José Antonio Navarro
- the Córdova Rebellion
- the Council House Fight
- the Santa Fe Expedition
- public debt
- the roles of racial and ethnic groups
analyze the causes of and events leading to Texas annexation

Early Statehood

identify individuals, events, and issues during early Texas statehood
- the U.S.-Mexican War
- the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo
- population growth
- the Compromise of 1850
Year to remember: 1845, annexation

Texas in the Civil War and Reconstruction

explain reasons for the involvement of Texas in the Civil War
- states' rights
- slavery
- sectionalism
- tariffs
analyze the political, economic, and social effects of the Civil War and Reconstruction in Texas
identify significant individuals and events concerning Texas and the Civil War
- John Bell Hood
- John Reagan
- Francis Lubbock
- Thomas Green
- John Magruder
- Battle of Galveston
- Battle of Sabine Pass
- Battle of Palmito Ranch
Year to remember: 1861, Civil War begins

Cotton, Cattle, and Railroads

identify significant individuals, events, and issues from Reconstruction through the beginning of the 20th century
- the factors leading to the expansion of the Texas frontier
- the effects of westward expansion on American Indians
- the buffalo soldiers
- Quanah Parker
- development of the cattle industry from its Spanish beginnings
- the myths and realities of the cowboy way of life
- the effects of the growth of railroads
- the contributions of James Hogg
explain the political, economic, and social impact of the agricultural industry and the development of West Texas resulting from the close of the frontier.
Year to remember: 1876, adoption of current state constitution
People to study: Lawrence Sullivan "Sul" Ross, Walter Prescott Webb

Age of Oil

explain the political, economic, and social impact of the oil industry on the industrialization of Texas
define and trace the impact of "boom-and-bust" cycles of leading Texas industries throughout the 20th and early 21st centuries
- farming
- oil and gas production
- cotton, ranching
- real estate
- banking
- computer technology
explain ways in which events affected the political, economic, and social development of Texas
- Galveston Hurricane of 1900
- World War I
Year to remember: 1901, discovery of oil at Spindletop
People to study: Elisabet Ney

Texas in the Great Depression and World War II

analyze the political, economic, and social impact of major events on the history of Texas
- the Great Depression
- the Dust Bowl
- World War II
describe and compare the impact of the Progressive and other reform movements in Texas in the 19th and 20th centuries
- the Populists
- women's suffrage
- agrarian groups
- labor unions
- the evangelical movement of the late 20th century
People to study: John Nance Garner ("Cactus Jack")

Civil Rights and Conservatism

describe and compare the civil rights and equal rights movements of various groups in Texas in the 20th century and identify key leaders in these movements
- James L. Farmer Jr.
- Hector P. Garcia
- Oveta Culp Hobby
- Lyndon B. Johnson
- the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
- Jane McCallum
- Lulu Belle Madison White
People to study: Henry B. González, Barbara Jordan, Raymond L. Telles, Raul A. Gonzalez Jr., Scott Joplin, Horton Foote (wrote screenplay for To Kill Mockingbird)

Contemporary Texas

analyze the political, economic, and social impact of major events in the latter half of the 20th and early 21st centuries
- major conflicts
- the emergence of a two-party system
- political and economic controversies
- immigration and migration
explain economic factors that led to the urbanization of Texas;
trace the development of major industries that contributed to the urbanization of Texas
- transportation
- oil and gas
- manufacturing
explain the changes in the types of jobs and occupations that have resulted from the urbanization of Texas
People to study:
- Politicians: Sam Rayburn, James A. Baker III, Kay Bailey Hutchison, Diane Gonzales Bertrand
- Artists: J. Frank Dobie (rural Texas), Amado Peña Jr.
- Scientists/Doctors: Walter Cunningham, Michael DeBakey, Denton Cooley, Benjy Brooks, Michael Dell, Howard Hughes Sr.

Other things to include

Geography

The student understands the effects of the interaction between humans and the environment in Texas during the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. The student is expected to:
- identify ways in which Texans have adapted to and modified the environment and analyze the positive and negative consequences of the modifications
  - limited water resources, and alternative energy sources
The student understands the characteristics, distribution, and migration of population in Texas in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. The student is expected to:
- analyze why immigrant groups came to Texas and where they settled
- analyze how immigration and migration to Texas in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries have influenced Texas
- analyze the effects of the changing population distribution and growth in Texas during the 20th and 21st centuries and the additional need for education, health care, and transportation
- describe the structure of the population of Texas using demographic concepts such as growth rate and age distribution

Economics

The student understands the interdependence of the Texas economy with the United States and the world. The student is expected to:
- analyze the impact of national and international markets and events on the production of goods and services in Texas such as agriculture, oil and gas, and computer technology;
- analyze the impact of economic concepts within the free enterprise system such as supply and demand, profit, government regulation, and world competition on the economy of Texas; and
- analyze the impact of significant industries in Texas such as oil and gas, aerospace, medical, and computer technologies on local, national, and international markets.

Citizenship

The student understands the importance of the expression of different points of view in a democratic society. The student is expected to:
- identify different points of view of political parties and interest groups on important Texas issues, past and present;
- describe the importance of free speech and press in a democratic society; and
- express and defend a point of view on an issue of historical or contemporary interest in Texas.
The student understands the importance of effective leadership in a democratic society. The student is expected to:
- identify the leadership qualities of elected and appointed leaders of Texas, past and present, including Texans who have been president of the United States; and

Culture

The student understands the concept of diversity within unity in Texas. The student is expected to:
- explain how the diversity of Texas is reflected in a variety of cultural activities, celebrations, and performances;
- describe how people from various racial, ethnic, and religious groups attempt to maintain their cultural heritage while adapting to the larger Texas culture;
- identify examples of Spanish influence and the influence of other cultures on Texas such as place names, vocabulary, religion, architecture, food, and the arts; and
- identify contributions to the arts by Texans

Science, technology, and society

The student understands the impact of scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the political, economic, and social development of Texas. The student is expected to:
- compare types and uses of technology, past and present;
- analyze the effects of various scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the development of Texas such as advancements in the agricultural, energy, medical, computer, and aerospace industries;
- evaluate the effects of scientific discoveries and technological innovations on the use of resources such as fossil fuels, water, and land; and
- analyze how scientific discoveries and technological innovations have resulted in an interdependence among Texas, the United States, and the world.

Social studies skills

The student applies critical-thinking skills to organize and use information acquired through established research methodologies from a variety of valid sources, including electronic technology. The student is expected to:
- differentiate between, locate, and use valid primary and secondary sources such as computer software, databases, media and news services, biographies, interviews, and artifacts to acquire information about Texas
- analyze information by sequencing, categorizing, identifying cause-and-effect relationships, comparing, contrasting, finding the main idea, summarizing, making generalizations and predictions, and drawing inferences and conclusions
- organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps
- identify points of view from the historical context surrounding an event and the frame of reference that influenced the participants
- support a point of view on a social studies issue or event
- identify bias in written, oral, and visual material
- evaluate the validity of a source based on language, corroboration with other sources, and information about the author
- use appropriate mathematical skills to interpret social studies information such as maps and graphs.
The student communicates in written, oral, and visual forms. The student is expected to:
- use social studies terminology correctly
- use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, punctuation, and proper citation of sources
- transfer information from one medium to another, including written to visual and statistical to written or visual, using computer software as appropriate
- create written, oral, and visual presentations of social studies information
The student uses problem-solving and decision-making skills, working independently and with others, in a variety of settings. The student is expected to
- use a problem-solving process to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution, and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution
- use a decision-making process to identify a situation that requires a decision, gather information, identify options, predict consequences, and take action to implement a decision