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Why is it important for government officials to be held accountable for their actions, and how did the Teapot Dome scandal demonstrate the need for transparency in government? This document activity examines the background and impact of the Teapot Dome Scandal. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.

Included in this resource:

Do Now - “White House Highway” primary source political cartoon analysis with scaffolding questions
Teapot Dome Scandal document analysis with scaffolding questions
“Let’s Hope this one Reaches the Goal” political cartoon with analysis question
Teapot Dome Scandal: Two Views POV with scaffolding questions
Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did the Teapot Dome Scandal impact the public’s trust in the government, and why is trust important in a democracy?
Answer key for teachers (suggested)
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