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"We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union..." These familiar lines begin the Preamble to the Constitution, but do learners know what they mean? A close reading exercise takes a look at the language of the famous document. The lesson includes discussion questions and hypothetical scenarios to bring meaning to the document.
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Instructional Ideas
- Rewrite the Preamble to the Constitution using modern language without changing its meaning
- Discuss the relevance of the Preamble to modern times
Classroom Considerations
- Print copies of the student worksheet and graphic organizer before beginning the lesson
Pros
- Separates the Preamble into smaller sections to aid with comprehension
- Guide explains the key parts of the document
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- None