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Middle schoolers play games, and conduct a role-play to examine why the American colonies declared their independence. They analyze the demands England placed on the colonies, and create lists of rights and privileges.

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the thirteen colonies, colonial america, the american revolution

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american revolution, thirteen colonies, social studies
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6th - 8th
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Social Studies & History
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