Curriculum » NC Standard Course of Study & aligned resources
Social Studies — Grade 8
Goal 3
- Objective 3.01
- Describe the causes of the War of 1812 and analyze the impact of the war on North Carolina and the nation.
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- Objective 3.02
- Investigate the conditions that led to North Carolina's economic, political, and social decline during this period and assess the implications for the future development of the state.
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- Objective 3.03
- Identify and evaluate the impact of individual reformers and groups and assess the effectiveness of their programs.
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- Objective 3.04
- Describe the development of the institution of slavery in the State and nation, and assess its impact on the economic, social, and political conditions.
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- Objective 3.05
- Compare and contrast different perspectives among North Carolinians on the national policy of Removal and Resettlement of American Indian populations.
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- Objective 3.06
- Describe and evaluate the geographic, economic, and social implications of the North Carolina Gold Rush.
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- Objective 3.07
- Explain the reasons for the creation of a new State Constitution in 1835, and describe its impact on religious groups, African Americans, and American Indians.
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- Objective 3.08
- Examine the impact of national events such as the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the War with Mexico, and the California Gold Rush, and technological advances on North Carolina.
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