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Cranston High School East Library: Cowell - French Revolution

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1.1.1    Follow an inquiry based process in seeking knowledge in curricular subjects, and make the real world connection for using this process in own life.

1.1.4    Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions.  

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2.1.2    Organize knowledge so that it is useful.

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CC.9-10.R.I.1 Key Ideas and Details: Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

CC.9-10.SL.4 Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas: Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.

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CC.9-10.W.7 Research to Build and Present Knowledge: Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.

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World Book - French Revolution

Introductory article from World Book Online.  Also includes links to related articles.  

Exploring the French Revolution Website

Extensive information about the French Revolution

Fordham University - French Revolution

Extensive information about the French Revolution