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Burning Hatred

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Students examine the constitutionality of various forms of expression; they then take part in a mock trial on the issue of cross burning. Divide the class into three groups; Supreme Court Justices, and two groups that don't agree on this issue.

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freedom of speech, constitutional amendments, freedoms

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6th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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1 hr
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