The document provides an assignment for students to engage with a podcast about the fight for true democracy. Students are required to summarize the episode, discuss its historical significance, and share their personal reflections. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the impact of slavery on U.S. history.

1. 1. The Fight for a True Democracy
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/23/podcasts/1619-slavery-
anniversary.html
(Follow the link to the podcast)
Directions:
Students will listen to this podcast and write 3 paragraphs about
it. One paragraph should summarize the podcast episode, the
second paragraph should discuss its significance in U.S.
History, and the last paragraph should explain what the student
thought about the podcast.