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Scholars explore claims from two Titanic survivors, a first-class passenger and a person from the steerage class. The activity uses primary documents to help pupils determine whether the White Star Line showed preferential treatment to the first-class survivors. Academics also complete a worksheet and participate in group discussion.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Compare the treatment of first-class passengers to the steerage class during the disaster
- Discuss the reasons that few passengers were rescued
Classroom Considerations
- Must complete a portion of the activity online
Pros
- Activity can be completed in pairs or groups
- Easy to pair the resource with a unit on the twentieth century or social class divisions
Cons
- None