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Weighing the Evidence

Published By:

Mrs. Scheel

Historical Era:

Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)

Thinking Skill:

Historical Analysis & Interpretation

Bloom’s Taxonomy:

Analyzing

Grade Level:

High School

Suggested Teaching Instructions

Students will analyze the documents presented and place them on the appropriate place on the scale.

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Road to Civil War

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