This lesson focuses on comparing Thomas Jefferson’s rough draft of the Declaration of Independence with the final copy. Examining the creation of the Declaration of Independence will deepen their understanding of this critical time in our nation’s history.
Revise and Finalize: The Declaration of Independence from the Rough Draft to the Final Copy
Duration: two 45-60 minute classes with optional extension activitiesOverview
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