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Social Studies Article of the Week - Due: 12/14/18 = 10 points

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Mr. Fischer Unami M.S.

Directions: Follow all of the below steps.

1.) Read all of the political commentary “Big turnout? Not really” article closely.

2.) Show evidence of close reading. Mark or highlight your confusion in the text. Make notes in the blank or empty margin area that appears around and/or below the article.

3.) Write a short paragraph reflection comprised of six to eight sentences (or more) in the space below telling about your thoughts of the article and/or something you thought was interesting, troubling, how it connects to what you already know about the topic, etc… In your response make sure that you include your personal reaction and thoughts about the article and its connection to voting, voting rights, voter turnout, elections and the responsibilities of citizenship. Try to cite some examples from your own life and/or experience in learning about or connecting to the responsibilities of being a citizen, duties of a citizen, voting, Kids Voting, etc... Don’t forget to indent your written response and to proofread what you wrote.

Name _________________________________________ Date ____________________ Period _____

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Mr. Fischer Unami M.S.