1. Preview 1/7/16 In your notebook write and answer the following question: What are some changes that took place following Texas’ victory over Mexico in the Texas Revolution? Following Texas’ victory, some changes were ______

2. Learning Target: – The students will explain how the establishment of the Republic of Texas brought civil, political, and religious freedom to Texas. Success Criteria: – The students will compare the similarities and differences of the Mexican Constitution of 1824 and the Constitution of Texas.

3. Civil Rights- the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality. Civil Liberties- the state of being subject only to laws established for the good of the community, especially with regard to freedom of action and speech Property Rights- laws created by governments in regards to how individuals can control, benefit from and transfer property Suffrage- right to vote in political elections

4. Small Group Talk 30 Second Think: What are some rights you have as a citizen in Texas? Write: As a citizen in Texas, I’m able to…. Pair: – Partner A: 30 Seconds to Talk – Partner B: 30 Seconds to Talk

5. Small Group Talk 30 Second Think: How would you and your families lives be different if we lived in a country under a dictator? Write: My families lives and my life would be different under a dictator because… Pair: – Partner A: 30 Seconds to Talk – Partner B: 30 Seconds to Talk

6. Read Purpose: To read and identify the differences in Texas government and the old Mexican government Page 344: “Granting Public Lands” Page 364 “Religion in The Republic”:

7. Compare and Contrast Complete the handout comparing and contrasting the rights as a Mexican citizen and now as a citizen in the Republic of Texas

8. Exit Ticket On the back of the handout you will create a t- shirt design describing the freedoms you have in Texas. Your t-shirt should have a slogan and visual representation.