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Making Connections

Examine the three sets of primary sources connected to a particular historical topic. After each document selection, answer the following questions in the blank text box.

  • What topic do the following four documents represent?
  • Do these documents represent a revolution, a reaction or a reform in history? Explain your choice.
  • If you could only include two of the documents in a finished National History Day project, which would you include?
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