Lesson
Who Said It: Quote Match
Guiding question
Evaluate the Founders’ and Progressives’ views on the subjects of human nature and the purpose of government.
Founding Principles
Learning objectives
Students will:
- Examine quotations demonstrating the Founders’ view of the purpose of government.
- Examine quotations demonstrating the Progressives’ view of the purpose of government.
- Evaluate the differences between the Founders’ and Progressives’ views.
- Assess which view is more likely to protect inalienable rights such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Materials
- Handout A: Too Much, Too Little, or Just Right?
- Handout B: Who Said It?
