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The Emancipation Proclamation: one of the most important primary sources for studying American history! An interdisciplinary resource includes a reading of Abraham Lincoln's seminal speech quoted directly. Following the reading, pupils fill out short-answer questions about author's purpose and main idea.
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Instructional Ideas
- Review how to effectively analyze primary sources before passing out the reading and handout
- Engage the class in a discussion about the timing Lincoln chose for the Emancipation Proclamation and the tensions occurring in the United States of America
Classroom Considerations
- Teachers must print and distribute handouts
Pros
- Builds primary source analysis skills
- Includes questions that enhance critical thinking abilities
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