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Tenth graders analyze editorial cartoons focusing on progressive reform. They compare their analysis and research. Students discuss the cost of reform leading to the creation of a national income tax through the passage of the 16th Amendement.

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income tax, taxes, income

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16th amendement, income tax, progressive reform, social studies
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10th
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Social Studies & History
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2 days
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