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Every Day Edit - Surrender at Appomattox
In this everyday editing learning exercise, students correct grammatical mistakes in a short paragraph about the Surrender at Appomattox. The errors range from capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
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U.S. History
In this U.S. history worksheet, 5th graders complete multiple choice questions about important events in U.S. history. Students complete 5 multiple choice questions.
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Historical Moments
Here is a activity designed to be an ongoing task for the entire year. Each day of the week, learners must perform research to answer a simple historical question. This particular activity covers the month of April, but the template...
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Social Studies Review for Grade 5 (5.1)
In this social studies review for grade 5 (5.1) worksheet, 5th graders answer 25 multiple choice questions in a standardized test format about U.S. history.
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Homer's Civil War Veteran: Battlefield to Wheat Field
Students examine Civil War-themed artwork. In this visual arts lesson, students compare and contrast paintings by Winslow Homer and Timothy O'Sullivan. Students analyze the symbolism in the artwork representing Civil War...
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American Journey: The Civil War
Utilize this worksheet package if you are looking for basic Civil War coverage. Much of the plan is disabled, however the worksheets contain 2 simple texts that pupils can read, mark, and respond to in 2 comprehension questions that...
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Visual History of the Civil War III
Eighth graders examine the Civil War. In this Civil War lesson plan, 8th graders analyze various images about the Civil War. Students write an essay in relation to the images of the Civil War.
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To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee: Vocabulary
In this vocabulary skills worksheet, students review the listed terms and figures related to Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. Students may also access an online quiz on the selection using the link at the bottom of the page.
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Across Five Aprils
Eighth graders are introduced to the novel "Across Five Aprils" written by Irene Hunt. They become familiar with the people, places, and events referenced in the story and comprehend the story of the Civil War. Students are given a...
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Robert Smalls: Warrior and Peacemaker
Students research the events that led to the Civil War and the Reconstruction. In this Civil War history lesson, students study images of Robert Smalls and research his role in the Civil War. Students review the South Carolina...
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Virginia in the Civil War
Pupils examine the role of Virginia during the Civil War. In groups, they brainstorm ideas about why they believe so many battles took place in Virginia. Using a map, they locate the major battles on land and in the ocean. To end the...
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American History: Outlines: Gettysburg to Appomattox
Overview of the ongoing battles between Union and Confederate armies resulting in Lee's surrender at Appomattox.
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National Park Service: The Surrender at Appomattox
Part of the website of Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, this site details the surrender of Confederate forces at Appomattox in the Civil War. Includes The Gentleman's Agreement, terms of the surrender, and officers...
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National Park Service: Appomattox Campaign
Read about the final battles at Appomattox which ended on April 9, 1865 with Lee's surrender at the Court House. This site is part of the website for the Appomattox Court House National Historic Park.
Virginia Historical Society
Virginia Historical Society: Conclusion: Did the Civil War End at Appomattox?
While the American Civil War officially ended at the Battle of Appomattox, Confederate sensibilities ran deep and it was not until the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s that blacks were able to fully assert their equality....
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Siteseen: Civil Conflict: Surrender at Appomattox
Website provides a detailed look at General Lee's surrender at the Appomattox Court House. Site provides a summary, facts about events, video [2:59], and frequently asked questions section for kids.
US National Archives
Our Documents: Surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia (1865)
The document outlining the terms of surrender, agreed upon by Generals Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee, which ended the Civil War in 1865. Interactive image accompanied by background information and transcript.
American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War: Maps of Appomattox Court House, Virginia (1865)
Comprehensive color map of the famous Appomattox Court House in Virginia, where General Robert E. Lee ultimately surrendered to Union troops leading to defeat in Virginia. Map depicts lines of battle and strategy of both Union and...
Ibis Communications
Eye Witness to History: Surrender at Appomattox, 1865
This article describes the events leading up to the surrender of the South and the surrender itself. Includes communication between Grant and Lee leading to their meeting at Appomattox.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Road to Appomattox
Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia, the primary fighting force of the Confederacy, was vastly reduced as a result of the nine-month siege of Petersburg. Read about how Lee escaped. only to be surrounded at Appomattox Courthouse...
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Home of the American Civil War: Appomattox Campaign
A brief rundown of the Appomattox Campaign from March 25 to Lee's surrender on April 9, 1865. From "Historical Times Encyclopedia of the Civil War."
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National Park Service: Cwsac: Civil War Battle Summaries: Appomattox Court House
A brief description of Lee's attempts to escape at Appomattox Court House and his eventual surrender.
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Ducksters: Civil War for Kids: Robert E. Lee Surrenders at Appomattox
Research information about Robert E. Lee's Surrender at Appomattox. Learn how the event that led to the end of the American Civil War.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Lee's Last Orders
Read the last orders of Robert E. Lee to the Confederate troops, relating the surrender of the South and thanking them for their service.