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The Best of Enemies ActivityThe Best of Enemies Activity
Publisher
Orlando Shakes
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Year
2014
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The Best of Enemies

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History comes to life with the play The Best of Enemie. Scholars learn literary elements as well explore racial issues in American history. The play is based on a true story and addresses the universal truth that people are capable of change. Learners examine the history behind the play, answer discussion questions, compare book text to the play script, and research civil rights heroes.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

dramatic plays, american history, racism

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Relate and teach with history standards

Classroom Considerations

  • Discusses the Ku Klux Klan and sensitive racial topics
  • Highlights history and characters but does not include the play
  • Intended for use in conjunction with attending the play

Pros

  • Provides a summary and introduction to theater
  • Includes a variety of activities and discussion questions for a well-rounded lesson

Cons


Common Core

RL.11-12.2 L.11-12.3.a

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