1. Preview1/22/15 I.Self Government A. Mayflower Compact B. House of Burgesses C. New England town meetings Why did the above documents lead to the growth of representative government in the colonies?

2. Answer Choices A. British inattention to the colonies allowed for the development of self-rule B. They represent an attempt by the British government to strengthen their control over the colonies. C. Each document is an example of early social reform in colonial America. D. The documents explain that the government cannot deny people certain rights.

3. today TARGET: We will learn analyze how physical characteristics of the human environment influenced settlement patterns SUCCESS: I will analyze a chart on the growth of San Francisco and make inferences on impacts of the Gold Rush.

4. Small Group Talk 30 Second Think : Have you ever found something valuable (money, jewelry, etc.)? What did you do? Explain. Talk: Turn and face your partner. Partner A= 30 Seconds Partner B= 30 Seconds SHARE: Face the person that is talking.

7. Read Purpose: What effect did the land have on the settlement patterns of California? Strategy: Analyze the graph. Make inferences about the effects of population growth.

8. Small Group Talk 30 Second Think : Draw a conclusion on what happened to the price of land and goods during the time of the Gold Rush. Explain. Talk: Turn and face your partner. Partner A= 30 Seconds Partner B= 30 Seconds SHARE: Face the person that is talking.