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Warm Up: What do you see? What do you think this means?

Warm Up: What do you see? What do you think this means?

Today’s Question: Why are the colonists declaring independence?

Today’s Question: Why are the colonists declaring independence?

Agenda: 1. Notes/video clips: Events leading to the Declaration of Independence 2. Begin letter

Agenda: 1. Notes/video clips: Events leading to the Declaration of Independence 2. Begin letter to King George III

Events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence: 1763: French and

Events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence: 1763: French and Indian War ends 1763 (October): Proclamation of 1763 is passed. 1765: Stamp Act 1770: Boston Massacre 1773: Boston Tea Party 1774 (January): Intolerable Acts 1774 (September): First Continental Congress 1775 (March): Patrick Henry delivers speech 1775 (April): Battle of Lexington and Concord 1775 (May): 2 nd Continental Congress

“Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!” Virginia, 1775 https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Dbgh.

“Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!” Virginia, 1775 https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Dbgh. WFMLyi. A 1. What is the main point of Patrick Henry’s speech? 2. How will patriots react? 3. How will the loyalists and British react?

Second Continental Congress: May of 1775

Second Continental Congress: May of 1775

John Adam’s speech to the Continental Congress: https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=BQHk. GPXMCU 8

John Adam’s speech to the Continental Congress: https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=BQHk. GPXMCU 8 1. What does John Adams think the Continental Congress should do? 2. Do you think he will convince them?

The Committee of Five Thomas Jefferson Robert Livingston John Adams Ben Franklin Roger Sherman

The Committee of Five Thomas Jefferson Robert Livingston John Adams Ben Franklin Roger Sherman

Declaration of Independence https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=u. Zf. Ra. WAt. BVg The purpose

Declaration of Independence https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=u. Zf. Ra. WAt. BVg The purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to tell the world that the colonies were breaking away from __________. In the Declaration, Thomas Jefferson wrote about the problems with King _____ government, and the type of government he wanted for the new country. Many of Jefferson’s ideas on government were taken from the writings of_______ philosophers. Several groups of people were excluded from the rights guaranteed in the declaration, including ______ and ______________.

Key Ideas from the Declaration: People have certain “unalienable rights” (rights that cannot be

Key Ideas from the Declaration: People have certain “unalienable rights” (rights that cannot be taken away)—to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness People establish government to protect these rights Government derives power from the people People have a right and a duty to change a government that violates their rights

https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=u. NOToz. Vp_i 4

https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=u. NOToz. Vp_i 4

You’ll Be Back Listen closely and underline lyrics that you know the meaning of!

You’ll Be Back Listen closely and underline lyrics that you know the meaning of! https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=e. KFN-aq. PJH 8

Letter to King George: Assignment: Imagine you are an American colonist. The year is

Letter to King George: Assignment: Imagine you are an American colonist. The year is 1776. Great Britain has begun to increase its control over the colonies. Redcoats are stationed throughout cities and taxes are being raised on everyday items. Throughout the colonies, there are whispers of resentment and stirs of rebellion. In Boston, 5 colonists are shot dead after taunting British soldiers. The Sons of Liberty is organizing protests and boycotts. After a meeting of the Second Continental Congress, Thomas Jefferson has drafted a letter to King George calling for independence. Write a letter to King George explaining what is going on in the colonies. Include at least 3 sources of colonial dissatisfaction (3 reasons the colonists are upset with the British government.

Requirements: • Your letter should be historically accurate. Be sure to include the dates,

Requirements: • Your letter should be historically accurate. Be sure to include the dates, locations, and information about the events. • The letter should describe the events that took place in Boston. Describe how colonists reacted to the taxes that were placed on them by the British government. • The letter should reflect emotion, or feelings about the events in the colonies. How did you feel when you realized you would be taxed by the British government? How did you feel toward King George? What did you expect would happen when the colonists in Boston revolted? • The letter should be written in letter format. It should be addressed to someone and signed. Use paragraphs with complete sentences and correct grammar.

Rubric: REQUIREMENTS POINTS TEACHER EVALUATION Letter is historically accurate, facts are included 5 Letter

Rubric: REQUIREMENTS POINTS TEACHER EVALUATION Letter is historically accurate, facts are included 5 Letter describes the events that are happening in the colonies in detail 5 Letter is emotional, feelings are reflected 5 Letter is written in complete, grammatically correct sentences 5 Total 20

In your group: 1. Read your section of the Declaration of Independence 2. With

In your group: 1. Read your section of the Declaration of Independence 2. With your group, write a three sentence summary of your section to present to Congress 3. Decide on one representative in your group to read your section to the Continental Congress (and take time to practice!)

Shared Read: 1. One representative from each group will read their section of the

Shared Read: 1. One representative from each group will read their section of the Declaration. 2. Follow along as the representative is reading. 3. When Thomas Jefferson raises his hand, everybody read together.

Letter from John Adams to Abigail Adams: “The second day of July, 1776, will

Letter from John Adams to Abigail Adams: “The second day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable [day] in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by [future] generations as the great anniversary Festival. It ought to be commemorated, as the Day of Deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be [celebrated] with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forever. ” –Adams wrote this in a letter to his wife, Abigail, on July 3, 1776

https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=u. NOToz. Vp_i 4

https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=u. NOToz. Vp_i 4

Letter: On the left side of your notebook, write a letter from a member

Letter: On the left side of your notebook, write a letter from a member of the Continental Congress to the people living in the colonies. In your letter, explain what the Declaration of Independence is and why they should support it. Give specific reasons to support your position.

You’ll Be Back Listen closely and underline lyrics that you know the meaning of!

You’ll Be Back Listen closely and underline lyrics that you know the meaning of! https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=e. KFN-aq. PJH 8