Compromise and the Constitution

In this lesson plan, students analyze the meaning of “compromise,” differentiating the term from commonly confused concepts such as negotiation or acting responsibly. In groups, they will examine primary source excerpts to identify the major compromises of the Constitutional Convention and recognize the necessity of the compromises.
Resource ID#: 199992 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: civics, lesson plan, compromise, constitution, Three-Fifths Compromise, Great Compromise, Connecticut Compromise, Electoral College, Constitutional Convention
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: Civics Original teacher resources - Grades 6-12

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