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Who's In Charge?

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Reconstruction

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Grade Level7th Grade

SubjectReconstruction

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Who's In Charge?

This learning resource focuses on Presidential Reconstruction under Andrew Johnson following the Civil War. It explores the political conflict between Johnson and the Radical Republicans, highlighting Johnson's policies aimed at restoring the South and their implications. Students will analyze key aspects of Johnson's plan, including the loyalty pledge for Southern citizens, the exclusion of wealthy landowners from voting unless they petitioned personally for a pardon, and the minimal changes he sought in Southern society post-war. Various interactive components, such as vocabulary boxes and retrieval practice questions, help reinforce understanding of the material. Students also engage in critical thinking exercises to evaluate the effectiveness of Johnson's approach compared to that of Abraham Lincoln, examining the broader consequences for the South and the nation.

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