TOPIC 1.1 · Evidence-linking investigation · CLASSROOM TESTING
The Living Archive
Build four source exhibits, connect evidence to claims, and expose unsupported interpretations.
An evening in a modern public archive. Build four evidence exhibits by linking documents to claims. Excerpts are historical; exhibit statements and questions are original classroom practice.
Read, play, explain, then replay. Short games are planned for about 20 minutes including reflection; actual classroom timing is untested. No speed requirement.
Rights before rulers
EXHIBIT CLAIM
The Declaration treats government as a means to protect rights, not the source of all rights.
Pin exactly two evidence threads to the central claim. Unsupported threads weaken the exhibit. Inspect each document before linking evidence, then write the missing warrant.
Read the document
Declaration of Independence (1776): “to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.” The Declaration states an ideal; it did not give equal political participation to everyone.
Historical excerpt and authored context, not an official AP question.
Use source reasoning, not personal details. Your teacher reviews accuracy. At least 35 characters are needed to continue.
Original classroom practice. Notes stay on this browser unless you download a save. Avoid names or other personal details on shared devices. Save files do not grant membership access. Teacher references are on the collection page.