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Students research reform efforts during the 1800's, primarily those leading up to the Civil War. They complete several lessons that investigate the life of Sojourner Truth and her contributions to the abolitionist movement and women's rights.

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slavery, sojourner truth

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slavery, sojourner truth, woman's rights, social studies
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4th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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14 days
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