Overview of the American Civil War Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain a chronological understanding of the US Civil War. They will develop an awareness of the key people groups, events, and concepts associated with this event. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Civil War Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Civil War Research Worksheet.docx
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Test your learning



Extension activities



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