Early Capitalism and Mercantilism - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessment

The 3-page illustrated Article and 21-page Power Point explain how the Age of Exploration led to the system of capitalism and the philosophy of mercantilism, both of which dominated Europe and the rest of the world for centuries, and still greatly influences the world economy today. Activities and Common Core-Aligned Document Based Question Assessments included.

Lesson includes:

- 3-Page Illustrated Article

- 21-Slide Power Point Presentation

- Multiple Choice / Document Based Question Assessment + Answer Key

- Primary Source: from Adam Smith's "The Wealth Of Nations"

- Additional Secondary Sources: "Colonial Mercantilism" "Adam Smith"

- Common Core-Aligned Short Answer DBQ Assessment + Answer Key

- DBQ Scoring Rubric (allows students to easily score each other's short answers)

- Scaffolded Review Notes + Answer Key

- Venn Diagram Activity

- "3-2-1" Reflective Writing Activity

- "Support from Text" Guide

- C+M Crossword + Crossword Key

- Graphic Organizer: Four Takeaways

- "The Mathematics of Profit"

- Visuals

- B+W Printables

- No Prep

- Lesson Duration: 45-75 mins - depending on what's used.

- Can be used as: Classwork / Homework, Distance Learning, Sub Plan

- California State Content Standard Addressed - 7.11.3

Store: The Medieval World and Early Modern Times

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