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Constitutional Convention

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Eighth graders gain a greater understanding of the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and the issues surrounding the development of our Constitution. They participate in an activity and listen to lecture on the Convention, then search Internet for facts.

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8th
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Social Studies & History
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