About the inquiry

This inquiry leads students through an investigation of regionalization by studying Kentucky. By investigating the compelling question about whether or not Kentucky is a southern state, students will need to consider how the study of Kentucky provides a unique lens for thinking about the “what” and “where” of the south. In investigating the people and cultural characteristics of Kentucky and states more ‘solidly’ recognized as southern, students develop techniques to become more geo-literate, and begin to be able to evaluate the extent to which Kentucky is southern.

Compelling Question

Is Kentucky a southern state?

Staging Question

Use a blank political map to identify which states are considered southern. Discuss these identifications in relationship to the article “Where is the South?”

Summative Performance Task

Argument: Is Kentucky a southern state? Construct an argument (e.g., detailed outline, poster, essay) that addresses the compelling question using specific claims and relevant evidence from contemporary sources while acknowledging competing views.

Extension: Create an infographic that visually displays whether or not Kentucky is a southern state.

Taking Informed Action

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