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This Freedom for All? The Contradictions of Slavery and Freedom in the Maryland Constitution lesson plan also includes:
- Freedom for All? The Contradictions of Slavery and Freedom in the Maryland Constitution (.html)
- Resource Sheet #1: A Picture of Slavery for Youth (.pdf)
- Resource Sheet #2: Selected Excerpts From The Declaration of Independence (.pdf)
- Resource Sheet #3: References to the Rights and Privileges of Men: The Declaration of Independence (.pdf)
- Resource Sheet #4: Selected Excerpts from The Maryland Constitution (.pdf)
- Resource Sheet #5: Selected Excerpts from the Maryland Constitution, Teachers Copy (.pdf)
- Resource Sheet #6: References to the Rights and Privileges of Men: The Maryland Constitution (.pdf)
- Resource Sheet #7: You Decide! (.pdf)
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Freedom for the few! An interesting lesson focuses on the Maryland Constitution and its lack of freedom for African Americans. Scholars examine the premise of freedom for all—which only extended to a limited few. Academics complete worksheets, participate in discussions, and work in groups to interpret historical documents.
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american history, america, the united states, african american culture, african american history, african americans, slavery, slave culture, the slave trade, the declaration of independence, constitutions, freedom, freedoms, civil rights, constitutional rights, equal rights, rights, equality, primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, historical analysis, historical context, historical documents
Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils draft their own versions of the Declaration of Independence
- Create a class pamphlet campaigning against slavery
Classroom Considerations
- Requires additional materials to complete the lesson
Pros
- Includes extension activities to enhance learning
- The lesson handles a sensitive subject in a respectful manner
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- None