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Lesson 32 of 84 ยท Westward Expansion

The Closing of the Frontier

Famous speeches shaped history: Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, King's 'I Have a Dream,' and Roosevelt's fireside chats moved millions to action and reflection.

Key Facts

1

Cause and effect explain why things happen.

2

Oral histories preserve community stories.

3

Primary sources come from the time of the event.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What tool puts events in order?

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