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Weighing the Evidence

Published By:

Amanda Siessel

Historical Era:

Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)

Thinking Skill:

Historical Issues-Analysis & Decision-Making

Bloom’s Taxonomy:

Analyzing

Grade Level:

High School

Suggested Teaching Instructions

Students should have background knowledge, guided class discussions, and additional resources to place and decide whether John Brown is a martyr or terrorist.

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Weighing the Evidence: John Brown, Martyr or Terrorist?

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