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Road to Revolution: Patriotism or Treason?

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Patriot or traitor? Scholars debate the line between patriotism and treason in a short activity. Academics analyze a political cartoon and discuss varying viewpoints between different groups living in the American colonies. The activity concludes with a short written paragraph to help pupils understand key concepts, such as the beliefs of the Sons of Liberty. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a list of the colonists' grievances with Great Britain
  • Discuss ways the colonists tried to enact change before declaring war 
Classroom Considerations
  • The activity is completed online
Pros
  • Activity is a great introduction to historical analysis 
  • The resource is easily adaptable for remote learning 
Cons
  • None