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Examine a time of political division and upheaval— not unlike our own—using firsthand accounts. While study of the Civil War often takes center stage in the classroom, the 1850s and 1860s were a period of profound change in other areas of the United States. After evaluating a series of primary sources, including those related to the building of a transcontinental railroad and the purchase of Alaska, learners try to lay out a chronology of events during this tumultuous time. A writing prompt allows for further reflection.
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Instructional Ideas
- Offer the activity to give a broader understanding of events in the United States during the Civil War
- Use as an introductory activity for a related unit of study, such as the American West
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- Class members need Internet access to complete the activity
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- Activity helps cover a vast amount of content efficiently
- Writing prompt and chronology activity build historical thinking skills
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