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Discussion Topic

Explore and analyze the following image related to the American Revolution. Answer the questions below.

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  • What is the action taking place?
  • Who is being punished and why?
  • Who is giving the punishment?
  • Where is the action taking place?
  • What do you think the effects of this type of punishment were for those who witnessed or heard about it?
  • Based on the background action in the image, what seems to be the colonial grievance at issue?
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