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How did Martin Luther King, Jr. sway people with his speeches? Scholars carry out a close reading of the Montgomery Bus Boycott speech and use the Close Reading Guide to help them work through the powerful text. While reading, they complete text-dependent questions. They then work with partners to give and receive feedback on their work and discuss ideas about the text.
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- Provide highlighters and copies of the speech for pupils to mark key details
Classroom Considerations
- Number five in the series of lessons Grade 8 ELA Module 3B, Unit 2
- Assumes students complete the lessons in order
Pros
- Offers ideas to meet the needs of struggling readers
- Includes an agenda with a time outline
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