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Map the Internal World of a Writer

Students practice using evidence from the text and their own understanding to analyze a writer’s thoughts, feelings, motivations, and sense of belonging.

Subject

History
Social Studies

Language

English — US

Updated

June 30, 2023

Culture & Identity

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Facing History & Ourselves, “Map the Internal World of a Writer”, last updated June 30, 2023.

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