Title: “Constitutional Rights and National Identity: A Historical Analysis”

Task Description: In this performance task, you will explore the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and the concept of national identity in the United States. You will conduct research, analyze primary and secondary sources, and create a multimedia presentation to demonstrate your understanding of these topics. This task will allow you to delve into the historical context, significance, and impact of these foundational documents on American society.

Resources: 1. Constitution of the United States: https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution-transcript 2. Bill of Rights: https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/bill-of-rights-transcript 3. Primary source analysis guide: https://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/worksheets 4. Secondary sources (books, articles, websites) from the school library or approved online sources.

Rubric:

Criteria Exemplary (4) Proficient (3) Developing (2) Emerging (1)

Research and Analysis: - Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and national identity. - Accurately analyzes primary and secondary sources to support arguments. - Provides multiple examples and evidence to support claims.

Presentation: - Creates a well-organized and engaging multimedia presentation. - Effectively uses visuals, audio, and/or video to enhance understanding. - Presents information in a clear and coherent manner.

Historical Context: - Demonstrates a deep understanding of the historical context in which the Constitution and Bill of Rights were created. - Explains the reasons behind the inclusion of specific rights in the Bill of Rights. - Connects historical events to the development of national identity.

Critical Thinking: - Develops insightful and thoughtful arguments. - Evaluates the impact of the Constitution and Bill of Rights on American society. - Considers multiple perspectives and presents a balanced analysis.

Writing and Communication: - Uses clear and concise language. - Demonstrates proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. - Cites sources accurately using a consistent citation style (e.g., MLA, APA).

Creativity: - Demonstrates originality and creativity in the presentation. - Incorporates innovative approaches to engage the audience. - Utilizes multimedia tools effectively.

Overall Presentation: - Meets all requirements of the task. - Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and national identity. - Provides a well-supported and coherent analysis. - Shows evidence of critical thinking and originality.

Note: The teacher should provide clear guidelines on the format and length of the multimedia presentation (e.g., PowerPoint, Prezi, video, etc.) and the number of sources to be used.