Election Deadlock Slides
A 8-slide introductory presentation to set the stage for the Compromise of 1877 simulation, detailing the disputed election of 1876, the Electoral Commission bias, and the secret meeting at the Wormley Hotel.
Secret Deal Teacher Guide
A concise 1-page teacher facilitation guide for a 20-minute simulation on the Compromise of 1877, including pacing, objectives, and debriefing prompts. Adjusted for 8 intro slides.
Political Player Role Cards
A set of three distinct role-play cards for the 1877 Compromise simulation, featuring clear goals and strategies for Northern Republicans, Southern Democrats, and African American citizens.
Broken Promises Worksheet
A student worksheet for recording simulation outcomes and reflecting on the impact of the Compromise of 1877 on African American civil rights and the rise of Jim Crow.
Broken Promises Answer Key
An answer key for the Broken Promises Worksheet, providing historically accurate terms of the Compromise of 1877 and guided reflection responses for teachers.
Betrayal Primary Source
A primary source document featuring excerpts from Frederick Douglass and a petition from Black citizens in South Carolina reacting to the withdrawal of federal troops in 1877.
Betrayal Primary Source Key
An answer key for the Betrayal Primary Source document, providing detailed analysis for teacher-led discussion and connections to the Compromise of 1877 simulation.
Plot Twists Exit Ticket
A set of four quick-response exit tickets per page designed to assess student understanding of the core trade-off and historical impact of the Compromise of 1877.
