Outline the important elements of an obituary. Communicate their knowledge of recent history by creating a list of prominent American historical figures. Explore historical events through the impact of the life of one person. Create an obituary, illustrating their research on the life of one prominent historical figure. Imagine that, ninety years from now, someone is writing about your life.
Students then share their answers.
Many historical moments or events are noted in Mr. Albert's obituary. I like to face issues in terms of conditions and not in terms of someone's inborn political philosophy. In his rise to the Speakership, Carl Albert faced the challenge of presiding over the Democratic National Convention of 1968. Support your answer with evidence. Using Carl Albert's obituary as a guide, brainstorm as a class the elements of a person's life that might be included in his or her obituary.