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Pretending to be freed people, students explore the reasons why US citizens might emigrate from the USA to new lands. Within this instructional activity, they will prepare proposals discussing both the pros and cons for emigration. The instructional activity will conclude as students present their proposals and ultimately vote on whether the group should emigrate or remain in the USA.

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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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