Handout
Dissecting the Compelling Question (en español)
Students use this handout to read and annotate the compelling question for the inquiry. This resource is in Spanish.
This resource is intended for educators in the United States who are applying Spanish-language resources in the classroom.
How to Cite This Handout
Facing History & Ourselves, “Dissecting the Compelling Question (en español)”, last updated Febrero 29, 2024.
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