Congress approves the Declaration of Independence which states that the colonies must be free and independent states. All delegates vote in favor of the document except for those from New York, who abstain from voting.
I used this clip for the new students in my class that came from China
Shelly D Word
over 3 years ago
I used this clip to include the words of the Declaration in US History.
AM Robinson
almost 6 years ago
I used this clip with my New Arrival students. Coming to America to them has been a journey that I don't want them to forget. I want them to know that they are here for a purpose. This was perfect for them!
Jo-Ann Berry
over 6 years ago
I used this clip in American Literature class to show the power of words and the weight they can carry, and as a way to hear part of the Declaration read aloud.
The Second Continental Congress votes to declare independence from Great Britain thenĀ refines the text of the Declaration of Independence. After the text is revised, the delegates sign the document and disseminate it to the colonists. George Washington reads the document to his local soldiers, andĀ its words invigorate them to fight for independence.
This clip explains the Declaration of Independence and why it was drafted. It also mentions key people involved in the drafting of the document, including Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson.
Jakyia Ebron
about 2 years agoShelly D Word
over 3 years agoAM Robinson
almost 6 years agoJo-Ann Berry
over 6 years ago