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Instructions
Use the following sources to help you learn about this topic and complete your Guided Notes.
Guided Notes
Answer the following prompts/questions in your notes.
Reflection
Use the following sources to help you learn about this topic and complete your Guided Notes.
Guided Notes
Answer the following prompts/questions in your notes.
Reflection
- What is an example that Zinn presents that helps his point that the world is "topsy-turvy"?
- According to Zinn, what would the country be like if everyone, for the most part, obeyed the laws?
- Do you agree or disagree with Zinn that "Take a look at the present world in which the rule of law obtains. This is the closest to what is called anarchy in the popular mind—confusion, chaos, international banditry (OUTLAWS WHO ALONE OR IN GROUPS COMMIT ARMED CRIMES)? Explain your reason for agreeing or disagreeing with multiple sentences.
- Final Reflection
- After reading this essay, read this statement "People in all countries need the spirit of disobedience to the state, which is not a metaphysical thing but a thing of force and wealth." In your opinion, do you believe disobedience to the laws or obedience to the laws is the problem in the United States?