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Choosing Sides: The Native Americans' Role in the American Revolution Lesson PlanChoosing Sides: The Native Americans' Role in the American Revolution Lesson Plan
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Choosing Sides: The Native Americans' Role in the American Revolution

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Students analyze the different roles assumed by various Native American tribes during the American Revolution. They examine the issues involved for Native Americans in choosing the British or the American side of the conflict, such as maintaining trade or preserving homelands. They complete several online activity worksheets after reading some of the information about the Indian's involvement in the American Revolution.

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Year
2007
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