Grade 4: Module 3

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MODULE

American Revolution

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EL Education Performance Tasks - Teacher Guide

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The American Revolution

Throughout this module, you have been learning about different perspectives on the American Revolution. For this task, you are going to consider whether you would have supported the revolution if you had lived during that time period. For the performance task, you will meet with a small group to discuss the following question: If you lived during colonial times, would you have supported the American Revolution? Why/why not?

You will state your opinion, give reasons and evidence to support your points.

Prepare for the Discussion

Reflect on the Discussion

Make notes, thinking about the Loyalist and Patriot points of view.

Explain which side you would have chosen, and why.

Create a list of questions for others.

Record your learnings from the discussion points of others.

Reflect on the experience.

Make a list of goals for the next discussion.

Take time to personalize your ebook, using fonts, colors, icons and images.

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