Middle+Passage

Follow the instructions below and complete the assignment on a sheet of paper to turn in at the end of class. Divide your regular groups into two's with your shoulder partner (groups of three will stay in three's). One paper per pair is required. 1. Read pages 62-63 on the Middle Passage. 2. Answer questions 1-2 on p. 63.

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3. You will conduct research on the Middle Passage. Take notes on the conditions, perils, and death rates on slave ships. 4. You will create a script for a voice-over for the opening scenes of a documentary on the Middle Passage. Documentaries begins with facts, statistics, and information that shocks you to keep you listening. Use this type strategy for your script. Your script should be about 1-2 paragraphs long. All group members must be part of the voice-over.

Try not to spend too much time on 1-3 so you leave yourselves plenty of time to complete number 4.

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