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The Great American Bank Robbery

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Students examine the economic crisis of 2008. In this banking bailout lesson, students read the provided articles "Nicole Bradbury: Robo-Signer Victim," and  "Bankers' Sloppy and Illegal Work." Students respond to the provided discussion questions.

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american economics, bank bailout, current events, social studies
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Grade
8th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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