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By zachlowe1
On July 17, 2019
Bell Ringer: James Garfield: The 20th President of the United States
James A. Garfield
This clip visits the memorial to the nation's 20th President to learn about some of his accomplishments.
Description
This bellringer highlights the life and personal characteristics of James. A Garfield, who hailed from the Cleveland, Ohio (OH) area.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- Describe Garfield's early life and how he viewed education.
- According to Mr. Miller and Ms. Goss, how do the statue and memorial to President Garfield illustrate his personality, character, and accomplishments?
- What led to Garfield becoming President? How was he viewed by citizens across the United States?
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Vocabulary
- Abolitionist
- Canal Boat
- Civil War
- Nominee
- Party Convention
- Poverty
- President
- Veracious