Task


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Your job will be to create the following artifacts showing Mr. Lincoln that you understand the current state of the union as well as what it will take to win this campaign:
    • a timeline of events during his first term as President
    • a creative campaign slogan
    • a 3 - 5 minute campaign strategy that:
      • documents at least two facts from each of your roles (8 facts in total) which will display your knowledge of current and historical events
      • provides clear evidence of how you will help President Lincoln win the election
    • a campaign poster that displays:
      • a vintage picture of President Lincoln
      • your campaign slogan
      • other text that might win some votes!

You must then persuade him (your classmates) that your ideas are worthy of his consideration by presenting your campaign materials. Each member of your team will participate in the presentation.

If you are ready, proceed to the next step and select what Role you will play in this task.