Secondary – September 6

On this date in 1901, US President McKinley was shot by an anarchist, and he died a few days later. Explain your perspective about when, if ever, in the political process violence is justified.

Primary – September 6

After three years, Ferdinand Magellan’s five-ship expedition to sail around the world for the first time concluded when the ship Vittoria returned to Spain. Describe what you think it would be like to come home after being gone and out of communication for three years.

Secondary – September 5

“Courage is never to let your actions be influenced by your fears.” -Arthur Koestler, born this date in 1905. Describe the most courageous thing you’ve ever done.

Primary – September 5

Write about what you would do if you found out that your best friend stole something from a store.

Secondary – September 4

Richard Wright was born on this date in 1908. Explain why you think an author should or should not censor his or her own stories if they reinforce a negative stereotype about that writer’s demographic group.

Primary – September 4

Historical novelist Mary Renault was born on this date in 1905. Explain why you think people should learn about history from story books or from history books.

Secondary – September 3

The new USA and Great Britain signed the Treaty of Paris on this date in 1783, officially ending the American Revolutionary War. Describe what you most look forward to when you think about your independence.

Primary – September 3

Prudence Crandall was born on this date in 1803. She is considered the first teacher to teach a classroom that integrated Black and White students. Describe what you’d like to be remembered for being the first person to do.