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From Slavery to Segregation

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Students study the causes and effects of slavery and segregation. They write an essay (including either pictures, charts, graphs or copies of documents to support their essay) which addresses the African American's journey from slavery to segregation.

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segregation, slavery

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causes, effects, segregation, slavery, social studies
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5th - 6th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
14 days
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