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Which Lead Photo?
Use this handout to help students decide which photo should be the lead and be able to justify their decision.
Subject
- Civics & Citizenship
- History
- Social Studies
Language
English — USUpdated
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Facing History & Ourselves, “Which Lead Photo?”, last updated March 28, 2016.
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