Understanding Civil Rights and Their Impact on the Constitution

Caroline introduces a lesson on civil rights, emphasizing the importance of understanding America's history through the lens of social movements and activism. The lesson aims to define civil rights, explore their impact on the Constitution, and highlight the ongoing struggle for equality. Students are encouraged to reflect on the essential question of how civil rights have changed the Constitution and to engage actively in democratic processes.

What is the main objective of today's lesson?

• To discuss the role of governors

• To learn about the Supreme Court

• To define civil rights and explain the unit

• To understand the American Revolution

What is the essential question for this lesson?

• What is the role of the Supreme Court?

• Who were the non-violent activists of the 1960s?

• What are the key principles of American government?

• How has the demand for civil rights changed the Constitution?

According to the video, where is the real story of America's history told?

• In books

• In documentaries

• In classrooms

• In the streets

What forces the Constitution to change and extend the ideals of the Declaration of Independence?

• Supreme Court decisions

• Presidential orders

• Social upheaval

• Congressional debates

What did the Declaration of Independence create?

• A new type of government

• A new type of person: the American

• A new type of military

• A new type of economy

What is the birthright of an American according to the Declaration of Independence?

• Wealth

• Freedom

• Land

• Education

Why must the Revolution continue?

• To strengthen the military

• To include all people in the world made possible by American democracy

• To expand American territory

• To increase economic growth

What is most associated with the phrase 'civil rights'?

• The founding fathers

• The Supreme Court

• The non-violent activists of the 1960s

• The American Revolution

What do most amendments after the Bill of Rights focus on?

• Economic policies

• Civil rights

• Military strategies

• Foreign relations

What should you do before attempting the essential question?

• Write an essay

• List what you expect to learn, feelings, and challenges

• Read the entire Constitution

• Watch a documentary