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The Emancipation Proclamation shifted the tone and purpose of the Civil War. Using a primary source analysis, pupils consider the significance of the document. A second activity investigates the founding of the United States Colored Troops to aid in the war effort. A writing exercise then allows scholars the opportunity to practice their writing and analysis skills as an exit ticket.
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Instructional Ideas
- Analyze the Emancipation Proclamation using questions to discover the significance of the document
- Use activities to build vocabulary and have students make flashcards of unknown words
Classroom Considerations
- Part of a series on the Civil War, but it works independently of other lessons as well
- Lesson neglects to explore the motivations of Lincoln or why the document only applied to Confederate states or racism faced by members of the United states Colored Troops (USCT)
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- Resource includes supplemental vocabulary and scaffolded analysis questions
- Primary source is appropriately curated for younger learners
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