Match game for the win! Build learners' historical vocabulary using an interactive matching game. Class members match each term to its definition with a tap. A writing prompt rounds out the lesson, leading to further discussion on how the Civil War should be remembered.

Concepts

academic vocabulary, civil war, the united states civil war, memorials, commemoration

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the game to introduce vocabulary about commemoration of the Civil War to the class

Classroom Considerations

• Learners need Internet access to play the game
• While the game is preparation for a museum visit, it works as a standalone activity as well 

Pros

• Activity builds vocabulary in a fun and interactive way
• Resource is easily adaptable 

Cons

• The writing prompt and included map seem unrelated to the activity

Common Core

RH.9-10.4 RH.9-10.5 RH.9-10.10 RH.11-12.4 RH.11-12.5 RH.11-12.10