Social Studies9-12+
The Trust-Busting Presidents
By Bruce M.
This packet explores the era of trust-busting presidents, examining their policies and impact on American industry. It's designed for advanced high school students and includes close reading activities and critical thinking prompts.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Introduce the concept of trusts and monopolies before diving into the reading.
- Discussion question: How did the actions of trust-busting presidents shape the modern American economy?
- For struggling readers, provide a glossary of key terms like 'antitrust' and 'monopoly'.
- Advanced students can research and present on a specific trust-busting case.
- Estimated time: 1-2 class periods.
Social Studies9-12+
The Trust-Busting Presidents
By Bruce M.
This packet explores the era of trust-busting presidents, examining their policies and impact on American industry. It's designed for advanced high school students and includes close reading activities and critical thinking prompts.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Introduce the concept of trusts and monopolies before diving into the reading.
- Discussion question: How did the actions of trust-busting presidents shape the modern American economy?
- For struggling readers, provide a glossary of key terms like 'antitrust' and 'monopoly'.
- Advanced students can research and present on a specific trust-busting case.
- Estimated time: 1-2 class periods.