5. Emancipation Proclamation

1. Watch video as a class

2. Read through the the Emancipation Proclamation PDF below. Its written in old legal jargon. It's ugly reading, try your best.

3. Based on what you read, as a table, name three details of the Emancipation Proclamation. Check in with Mr. Rude after you've completed this step.

4. Look at the PDF entitled Check for Understanding. Based on what is in that PDF, see if you were correct in your understanding of the Emanc. Procl.

5. Answer the following questions on your own. (Everyone submits a response)

After you've taken your break, go over to educanon.com and watch the assigned videos.

After you have watched the videos please answer these questions and be prepared to talk about them or hand them in.

1. What motivated ex-slaves to fight in the war?

2. Why did black soldiers refuse to take pay for their service?