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The Insurgency In Iraq: A Quandary for the U.S. Lesson PlanThe Insurgency In Iraq: A Quandary for the U.S. Lesson Plan
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Students read articles, conduct Internet research and participate in a mock debate to explore the pros and cons of withdrawing from Iraq or remaining in conflict with the insurgency. They consider the difficulties of consensus building and write an editorial explaining their positions.

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iraq, the iraq war

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Grade
9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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