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Our Themes
Our Themes
We will these large, overarching themes throughout the year to better understand how the past shapes our present. During the course of our year, we will engage with these themes, so it is important to reference them when needed. The essential questions will guide us in our understanding of our themes.
Democracy and Governance
Democracy and Governance
What is the purpose of government?
What does the government owe us and what do we owe the government?
What does it mean to be a “good citizen?”
Revolution
Revolution
Do people have the right to revolt against their government?
Should people follow laws even if they’re unjust/unfair?
What are the factors that make people want to revolt?
Race, Culture, and Identity
Race, Culture, and Identity
How is racial bias and prejudice created?
What are the factors that make up our identity?
Who is an American?
Movement
Movement
Why do people move and migrate?
Are people able to move freely?
How does movement change people and the places they move to?
Peace and Conflict
Peace and Conflict
Why do countries (or places) start conflict?
What is the purpose of starting conflict?
How can nations cooperate with each other?
Equality
Equality
Who has the power to change their society if people are treated unfairly?
Whose responsibility is it to ensure equality?
What does an equal society look like?
Economics
Economics
Why are some people rich and others poor?
Is the economy fair?
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