Original PromptDay 3 — Who Had Power—and Who Didn't?
Learning Intention: We are learning to compare the rights and experiences of different groups so that we can evaluate who held power and whose voices were excluded in colonial society.
Success Criteria — I can:
Identify which groups had political, economic, and social power in colonial society.
Identify groups who were excluded from political decision-making.
Compare the rights and experiences of at least two groups.
Use evidence to explain why some groups h...
This learning resource focuses on evaluating the unequal distribution of power within colonial society through the analysis of diverse groups' legal, economic, and social experiences. Students will define different types of power—political, economic, and social—and engage in discussions and activities aimed at understanding who holds power and who is marginalized. Utilizing a hypothetical scenario set in a colonial town hall, students will explore the dynamics of power among various social groups such as wealthy landowners, small farmers, artisans, women, indentured servants, and enslaved individuals. Through readings, data collection, comparisons, and reflective writing, students will construct evidence-based arguments regarding the factors influencing political power and participation in colonial life, focusing on wealth, gender, and race as significant barriers to equality.