Analyzing Historical Events and Arguments in Social Studies

Making inferences

Apply logic and reasoning to evidence in social studies readings to draw conclusions.

Connections between different social studies elements (people, events, places, processes)

Analyze cause and effect, sequence, and relationships among people, places, environments, processes, and events.

The effect of different social studies concepts on an argument or point-of-view

Analyze how events and social studies ideas shape an author's viewpoint and evaluate the relevance of supporting evidence.

Identifying bias and propaganda in social studies readings

Recognize one-sided presentations, emotional appeals, loaded language, and other propaganda techniques.