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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Expansion of the Vote: A White Man's Democracy

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about how the ability to vote changed from requiring the ownership of property to almost complete enfranchisement of white males by 1840. There was disenfranchisment of women and free blacks in the same period of time.
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Center For Civic Education

Center for Civic Education: The Ballot and Questions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson focuses on a voter's need to be fully informed prior to casting a vote on Election Day and how to acquire the necessary information.
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: The Measure of Self Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion about the measure of government effectiveness as a reflection of the electorate involvement, participation and demand.
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New York Times

New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: The Electoral Process

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Twice a month you can play a new crossword puzzle on The New York Times Learning Network. This one is called "The Electoral Process."