On Tuesday, September 17th we celebrated
National Constitution Day by traveling as an 11th grade class to
Philadelphia. On this date in 1787, more delegates signed the newly
formed constitution than any other day during the forming of our union.
At that time, they were unsure what kind of country they would get. They
hoped they were creating something new. They hoped they were creating a
place where men could have rights and be free from their oppressor.
Unfortunately, there were whispers of injustice in terms of freedom for
slaves and women. Nonetheless, our founding fathers participated in
this experiment of democracy for better or for worse.
10 points - Write
a paragraph or more explaining how our trip to Philadelphia to see the
National Constitution Center, Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, helped
you gain a better understanding of our democracy and/or our country.
10 points - React to two other students' posts (write a thoughtful , thorough response. Don't just say you like what they said, explain what you like about it.
Tips on Blogging
REMEMBER TO PUT YOUR NAME AND PERIOD AT THE TOP OF YOUR POST!
