Fears of Post-Election Violence
That's News to Me
Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12
In this lesson featuring content from The Washington Post, students read an article about how retailers in the US prepared for potential post-election violence. Students learn new vocabulary and answer comprehension questions. They also view related video footage and discuss this historic event.
Focus
current events
authentic materials
reading
interpretive
productive
Vocabulary
posh
ill intentions
sweeping measures
contentious
ransack
field
nonpartisan
belligerent
looming
perennial