Lesson Purpose
A lesson that uses George Washington’s list of enslaved people from 1799 to reveal him as a meticulous businessman and slave owner. Students will explore information related to the institution of slavery in the 18th century.
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Lesson Objectives:
- Students will practice historical thinking skills and primary source analysis to gain a deeper understanding of slave life at Mount Vernon.
- Students will gain knowledge about individuals enslaved at Mount Vernon in the 18th century.
Related Standards:
- Reading and Writing Literacy in History/Social Studies
- Primary Source Analysis
- Evaluating Data
- Developing Research Skills
- Speaking and Listening
- Colonization and Settlement
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