To Follow or Not to Follow? | Underground Railroad: The William Still Story

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History-Social Science
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Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8
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Classroom Teacher / Educator
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To Follow or Not to Follow? | Underground Railroad: The William Still Story

Learn about the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. After watching the excerpts from Underground Railroad: The William Still Story, debate scenarios involving school rules and discuss the role of individual rights in society. Then, consider whether immoral rules or laws should still be followed.
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