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Symbols of the Haitian Revolution

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WORLD HISTORY PROJECT1750/ LESSON 2.5ACTIVITYSYMBOLS OFREVOLUTIONUnless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Symbols of Revolution”, OER Project, https://www.oerproject.com/1PurposeAnalyze symbols of some key aspects of the Haitian Revolution to deepen your understanding of the revolution’s causes, tactics, and outcomes.Process1.Based on what you’ve learned about revolution so far, how do you think the symbols of sugar, flame, and chains might connect to a revolution? If you can, discuss this with a partner.2.While or after watching the videoThe Haitian Revolution, takenotes using the chart below onhow these symbols did play a role in the Haitian Revolution.Sugar:How did the plantation economy contribute to the revolution?Flame:How was fire used as a tool of rebellion?Chains:What steps led to Haiti’s independence?
WORLD HISTORY PROJECT1750/ LESSON 2.5ACTIVITYSYMBOLS OF REVOLUTION23.Which symbol—sugar, flame, or broken chains—do you think best represents the Haitian Revolution? Why?