Biography: Dred Scott

This biography focuses on Dred Scott, an enslaved person who sued for his freedom during the 1850s. In 1857, the case Scott v. Sandford was brought before the Supreme Court. While the decision affirmed that the suit had no basis because Scott was not a citizen of the United States, the case had broader implications related to the expansion of slavery and the Missouri Compromise. The case was yet another step in the country's seemingly relentless march towards civil war.

The biography includes a series of questions based on the reading.

In using this in my own class room, students are encouraged to:

1. Number the paragraphs

2. Read the biography

3. Highlight answers in the reading

4. Use complete sentences

The answer key demonstrates these steps.  The answer key demonstrates these steps. Academic and content vocabulary words and definitions are included.

For those seeking distance learning options, the biography can be readily converted to a digital activity using Google Slides.

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