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It's George versus George in the battle for the American colonies. An interesting activity compares the leadership of George Washington and King George III during the American Revolution. Scholars read text, compare portraits, and participate in group discussion to understand the two leaders.
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Concepts
america, american history, the united states, george washington, great britain, britain, leaders, leadership, world leaders, political leaders, portraiture, image analysis, primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, historical analysis, historical context, historical documents, compare and contrast
Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils draw images that represent King George III and George Washington
- Create a diagram to highlight the similarities and differences between the leaders
Classroom Considerations
- Internet access is needed for the virtual tour
- Activity is part of the series Through Their Eyes: Major Causes and Events of the American Revolution Teacher Resource Guide
Pros
- Resource uses primary sources to enhance learning
- The virtual tour helps to engage learners in the activity
Cons
- None