GC.02

Examine the Declaration of Independence and American grievances against British rule. H, P

What am I learning today?

The history and contents of our Declaration of Independence

Why am I learning this?

We must understand what motivated our Founding Fathers to revolt from the King of England and the reasons they gave for doing so,

How will I know I learned this?

Know why we revolted against England what we hoped to accomplish.

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The Declaration of Independence

Declaration of Independence: A Transcription

The American Revolution: 1775

GC.02

Examine the Declaration of Independence and American grievances against British rule. H, P

What am I learning today?

The history and contents of our Declaration of Independence

Why am I learning this?

We must understand what motivated our Founding Fathers to revolt from the King of England and the reasons they gave for doing so,

How will I know I learned this?

Know why we revolted against England what we hoped to accomplish.

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