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Reconstruction

The students will be able to evaluate the outcome of the Civil War using primary documents.

Duration
1-2 hours
Lesson Type
Traditional Lesson

Essential Question

What were the most significant outcomes of the Civil War?

Grade(s):

  • 8

Subject(s):

Other Instructional Materials or Notes:

Lesson Progression

First, the teacher will begin with a warm-up question on the Smartboard. The students will discuss with the class and teacher for no more than 5 minutes.

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Assessments

Students will complete an exit slip.