Deciphering the Declaration of Independence

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Students explore the textual meaning of the Declaration of Independence. In this Declaration of Independence lesson, students read and paraphrase the text of the document into modern-day language. Students also consider the meaning of the document as they apply it to 2 scenarios regarding citizen rights.

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Concepts

the declaration of independence, the united states civil war

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american historical documents, civil war, declaration of independence, social studies

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Resource Details

Grade

8th - 12th

Subjects

Social Studies & History