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The United States was on the brink of a war within itself when the Dred Scott case came before the Supreme Court. Viewers examine the defining case that served as a ratuionale for slavery leading into the Civil War.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a set of five questions to answer while watching the video
- Incorporate an extension lesson which would include the Fugitive Slave Law and its enforcement
Classroom Considerations
- The first installment of a 10-part series on famous Supreme Court cases
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Video is to the point and brief
- Excellent way to introduce, or review, the Dred Scott case
- Includes links for other lessons that go along with the video
Cons
- Does not include a worksheet or materials