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Teach two of the most critical compromises in U.S. history with this Missouri Compromise & Compromise of 1850 Lesson Plan Bundle. This no-prep resource is designed to help students understand the growing sectional tensions between the North and South over slavery, westward expansion, and the legislative efforts to maintain balance in the Union. With two engaging lessons and ready-to-use materials, this bundle ensures a thorough and effective learning experience.

Lessons Included:
Missouri Compromise Lesson Plan (12 slides, 4 pages)
* History of division between North and South over slavery
* Balance of power between free and slave states under the U.S. Constitution
* Impact of the Louisiana Purchase on westward expansion and the slavery question
* North-South conflict over Missouri’s admission as a slave state
* Key elements of the Missouri Compromise and its temporary resolution of the slavery debate
Underground Railroad & Abolitionist Movement Lesson Plan (23 slides, 4 pages)
* The Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman’s role in aiding enslaved people
* The Compromise of 1850: its connection to the Underground Railroad, how it attempted to resolve sectional tensions, and all key parts, included the Fugitive Slave Act
* The Fugitive Slave Act and its impact on both abolitionists and enslaved people
* The role of Uncle Tom’s Cabin in shaping public opinion on slavery
* The growing abolitionist movement in the North and its effect on North-South relations

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Slides/Pages: 43 total (35 slides, 8 pages)
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Each Lesson Plan Includes:
* PowerPoint Presentation: Ready-to-use, visually engaging slides.
* Guided Notes: Student-friendly fill-in-the-blank notes to accompany the lessons.
* Multiple Choice Quizzes: Quick quizzes of 4-6 questions in length to assess understanding.
* Teacher Answer Keys: Easy-to-reference answer keys for both guided notes and quizzes.

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Why You’ll Love This Missouri Compromise & Compromise of 1850 Resource:
* Excellent Value - by purchasing both lessons as a bundle, you save 15% the cost compared to buying them each separately.
* No-Prep & Ready-to-Use – Perfect for teachers, substitutes, and virtual classrooms
* Highly Engaging – Content-rich, visually appealing, and easy to follow
* Supports Critical Thinking – Encourages analysis of historical events and their impact on U.S. history

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51ºÚÁÏ & Usage Statement:
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