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Comparing & Contrasting: Declarations of Independence

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Published By:

Owen Brown

Historical Era:

Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)

Thinking Skill:

Historical Analysis & Interpretation

Bloom’s Taxonomy:

Analyzing

Grade Level:

High School

Suggested Teaching Instructions

Teachers may take the students through each document before turning them loose, giving them the opportunity to better understand the material before engaging with it.

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To the extent possible under law, Owen Brown has waived all copyright and related or neighboring rights to “Comparing & Contrasting: Declarations of Independence”
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This activity is designed to be a homework activity for a High School AP or Dual Credit classroom, however, it is entirely possibility that these questions and documents be presented in class to foster a more open discussion, as opposed to a solo assignment.

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