7th Grade Social Studies Gandhi

SS7h3 SS7H3: SS7H3 The student will analyze continuity and change in Southern and Eastern Asia leading to the 21st century a. Describe how nationalism led to independence in India and Vietnam. b. Describe the impact of Mohandas Gandhi’s belief in non-violent protest

“Nonviolence is the answer to the crucial political and moral questions of our time…” “ I object to violence when it appears to do good. The good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent.” King and Gandhi

King quote What do you remember about MLK from 5th grade? “Nonviolence is the answer to the crucial political and moral questions of our time..”

How did MLK lead the civil rights movement in the U.S. “Nonviolence is the answer to the crucial political and moral questions of our time..”

What do you think would have occurred if King had used more violent methods to influence the civil rights movement? “Nonviolence is the answer to the crucial political and moral questions of our time..”

Gandhi quote What did Mohandes Gandhi believe about violence? “ I object to violence when it appears to do good. The good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent.”

“ I object to violence when it appears to do good “ I object to violence when it appears to do good. The good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent.” What do Gandhi and MLK have in common

“ I object to violence when it appears to do good “ I object to violence when it appears to do good. The good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent.” How do you think Gandhi led the Indian independence movement against the British?

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