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Second Year History

Students continue their study of history, while also completing a three week classroom based assessment which looks at their local place in history.

Below students will find a collection of resources: PowerPoints, Cornell Notes, Timelines, Exam Qs, and Knowledge organisers.

Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Ch. 14 - The 1798 United Irishmen Rebellion
Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine
Ch. 18 - Sporting, Cultural and Social Movements Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence
Ch. 21 - World War I Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia CBA 1 - My Place in the Past

Ch. 12 - The American Revolution

This chapter will examine the American Revolution, discussing its causes, progression, and outcomes. It will highlight its significance within the broader context of global revolutions.

Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Cornell Notes Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Playlist on YouTube Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Timeline Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Exam Question Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Knowledge Organiser Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Quizlet Ch. 12 - The American Revolution Podcast Playlist

Ch. 13 - The French Revolution

This chapter will analyse the causes, course, and consequences of the French Revolution. It will emphasize its profound impact on French society and the wider world.

Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Cornell Notes Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Playlist on YouTube Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Timeline Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Exam Question Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Knowledge Organiser Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Quizlet Ch. 13 - The French Revolution Podcast Playlist

Ch. 14 - The 1798 United Irishmen Rebellion

This chapter will explore the impact of the physical force tradition in Irish politics, with a focus on the 1798 rebellion. It will discuss the historical context and the lasting effects of this period.

Ch. 14 - The 1798 Irish Rebellion Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 14 - The 1798 Irish Rebellion Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 14 - The 1798 Irish Rebellion Cornell Notes Ch. 14 - The 1798 Irish Rebellion Playlist on YouTube Ch. 14 - The 1798 Irish Rebellion Timeline Ch. 14 - The 1798 Irish Rebellion Exam Question Ch. 14 - The 1798 Irish Rebellion Knowledge Organiser Ch. 14 - The 1798 United Irishmen Rebellion Quizlet Ch. 14 - The 1798 United Irishmen Rebellion Podcast Playlist

Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s

This chapter will investigate the influence of parliamentary leaders in nineteenth-century Irish politics. It will discuss their roles and significant contributions to the political landscape.

Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Cornell Notes Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Playlist on YouTube Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Timeline Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Exam Question Ch. 15 - Ireland in the 1800s Knowledge Organiser Ch. 15 - Catholic Emancipation Quizlet

Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution

This chapter will explore the transformative impacts of technological developments during the Industrial Revolution. It will discuss how these innovations changed various aspects of life and society.

Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Cornell Notes Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Playlist on YouTube Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Timeline Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Exam Question Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Knowledge Organiser Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Quizlet Ch. 16 - The Industrial Revolution Podcast Playlist

Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine

This chapter will examine the causes, course, and consequences of the Great Irish Famine, both nationally and internationally. It will discuss the significance of the Irish Diaspora in the aftermath of the famine.

Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Cornell Notes Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Playlist on YouTube Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Timeline Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Exam Question Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Knowledge Organiser Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Quizlet Ch. 17 - The Great Irish Famine Podcast Playlist

Ch. 18 - Sporting, Cultural and Social Movements

This chapter will examine the impact of specific sporting, cultural, and social movements on Irish life. It will discuss their influence on the nation's cultural and social landscapes.

Ch. 18 Powerpoint (pdf) Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 18 Cornell Notes Ch. 18 Playlist on YouTube Ch. 18 Timeline Ch. 18 Exam Question Ch. 18 - Sporting, Cultural, and Social Movements in 20th Century Ireland Quizlet Ch. 18 - Sporting, Cultural, and Social Movements in 20th Century Ireland Podcast Playlist

Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism

This chapter will investigate the emergence and effects of nationalism and unionism in Ireland. It will cover significant events between 1911 and 1923 and discuss their broader implications.

Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Cornell Notes Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Playlist on YouTube Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Timeline Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Exam Question Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Knowledge Organiser Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Quizlet Ch. 19 - The Rise of Nationalism and Unionism Podcast Playlist

Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence

This chapter will continue to explore the impact of nationalism and unionism in Ireland. It will also discuss the role of cultural and social movements in shaping Irish history.

Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Cornell Notes Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Playlist on YouTube Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Timeline Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Exam Question Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Knowledge Organiser Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Quizlet Ch. 20 - The Struggle for Irish Independence Podcast Playlist

Ch. 21 - World War I

This chapter will discuss the general causes and course of World War I, as well as its immediate and long-term impacts on nations and peoples. It will highlight the transformative effects of the war.

Ch. 21 - World War I Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 21 - World War I Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 21 - World War I Cornell Notes Ch. 21 - World War I Playlist on YouTube Ch. 21 - World War I Timeline Ch. 21 - World War I Exam Question Ch. 21 - World War I Knowledge Organiser Ch. 21 - World War I Quizlet

Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia

This chapter will examine daily life under Communist rule in Russia. It will compare these conditions with those in other twentieth-century totalitarian regimes.

Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Powerpoint (pdf) Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Powerpoint (pptx) Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Cornell Notes Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Playlist on YouTube Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Lenin Timeline Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Stalin Timeline Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Exam Question Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Lenin Knowledge Organiser Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Stalin Knowledge Organiser Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Quizlet Ch. 22 - Life in Communist Russia Podcast Playlist

CBA 1 - My Place in the Past

This CBA encourages students to explore the history of a local site, figure, event, or aspect that has had historical significance. The relevant learning outcomes here typically involve understanding the importance of historical evidence and developing a sense of historical empathy. For example:

CBA1 Powerpoint (pdf) CBA1 Powerpoint (pptx) CBA1 Cornell Notes
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