8.SS.25.A
Trace the development of religious freedom in the United States.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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Skills
- trace (the development of religious freedom in the United States) #dok2
- identify (key events and ideas related to religious freedom) #dok1
- explain (the significance of religious freedom in American history) #dok2
- analyze (the progression and expansion of religious freedom over time) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify important events related to religious freedom in the United States. #dok1
- I can trace the development of religious freedom from the colonial period through the 19th century. #dok2
- I can explain the importance of religious freedom in shaping American society and government. #dok2
- I can analyze how religious freedom expanded and who benefitted from changes in law and society. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The development of religious freedom has significantly influenced American society and government.
- Religious freedom in the United States evolved through historical events, laws, and social movements.
Essential Questions
- What does religious freedom mean, and why has it been important in U.S. history?
- How did religious freedom develop from colonial times through the 19th century?
- Which events or documents were pivotal in expanding religious freedom in the United States?
- How has the concept of religious freedom impacted American society and its diverse populations?
- What challenges or conflicts arose during the development of religious freedom in the U.S.?