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Harriet Tubman: Civil War Spy Worksheet

Harriet Tubman: Civil War Spy Worksheet

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Harriet Tubman: Civil War Spy

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Add engaging new material to Harriet Tubman and Civil War curricula with a crisply designed, two-page reading about the famous abolitionist. The text details a military raid she led against the Confederate army, informs readers about Tom Allen's book, Harriet Tubman: Secret Agent, and explains Allen's research methods.

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harriet tubman, the united states civil war

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Worksheet contains five multiple choice comprehension questions as a springboard for discussion or further research

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