1. PAPER CLIP DISCUSSION “STATE OF THE UNION” IN 1876

2. RULES OF PAPER CLIP DISCUSSIONS You will each be allocated 4 paper clips. If you want to contribute to the discussion, make a comment or ask a question, you must spend one paper clip Comments should be between 30-60 seconds and build on what has been previously stated Comments should be supported with specific evidence whenever possible. Discussion will be 15 minutes in length and all paperclips must be spent by the end. Extra paperclips may be awarded for particularly insightful comments

3. QUESTIONS TO GUIDE DISCUSSION The discussion should be driven by the contributions of all group members. If you are stuck, use the below questions to get the discussion going. 1.What is the American society like in 1876? Is it equal? Fair? Stable? Explain 2.What drives the American economy? 3.What event do you believe was the most influential in shaping America in 1876. 4.What descriptors would you use to describe America in 1876? Explain

4. HOMEWORK FOR NEXT LESSON Please complete 1-2 paragraphs on the below question in your notebook for next lesson: What is the state of the union in 1876? What are the key realities and tensions that face America as it comes to the end of the 19 th Century?