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Intermediate Level Lesson Plan THEMATIC ESSAY Lesson Plan

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Students identify three reasons why conflict arose in the Western United States during the late 1800s. Using specific examples, discuss how the United States government attempted to resolve these conflicts. Evaluate whether these attempts were successful.

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native americans, the american west

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american west, native americans, western united states, social studies

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Grade

6th - 8th

Subjects

Social Studies & History

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Duration

45 mins

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