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Slavery

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Young scholars, in groups, research primary sources and internet sites about different views on slavery. The groups form as either from the point of view of slave owners or those who want to abolish slavery. They write a written argument for their side and debate.

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abolish, narratives, owner, slavery, english language arts
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
Instructional Strategy
Research

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