Have your class organize information about strikes in a handy chart. Pupils take notes on the Homestead Strike, the Lawrence Strike, and the Pullman Strike. Along the left side of the chart are six questions for learners to answer about each of the strikes.

Concepts

strikes, protests

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Additional Tags

american labor movement, strike, homestead strike, lawrence strike, pullman strike, social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign the graphic organizer for homework; pupils can use their textbook or the Internet to find the necessary information
• Split your class into pairs and ask learners to work together to complete the chart
• Use this as a preparatory exercise for a more in-depth discussion or writing assignment

Pros

• The resource is clear and provides a place for recording and organizing information about the American Labor Movement

Cons

• None