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The Magna Carta: Foundations of Rights in Great Britain and the U.S.

The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, is a pivotal document in establishing legal rights and justice. It laid the groundwork for modern democracy in Great Britain and significantly influenced the United States Constitution, particularly through the supremacy clause. By asserting that "we will not deny or defer to any man either justice or right," it fortifies the principle of accountability. This lesson explores the importance of the Magna Carta, encouraging discussion about rights that still matter today, inviting students to reflect on their significance in our society.

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The Magna Carta: Foundations of Rights in Great Britain and the U.S.

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  1. Lesson Highlights . King Edward formalized the Grand Council into Parliament

  2. The Magna Carta (1215) How important is this document to Great Britain and subsequently to the United States? “…we will not deny or defer to any man either justice or right.” It lay the foundation for an orderly society with rights. It is embedded in the supremacy clause of the U.S. Constitution. So what was this Magna Carta? Isn’t it a Latin term?

  3. Go here to read The Magna Carta • In small groups, each person write down one-two rights on the White Board. As a group, discuss if those rights are important to this day. Put a for For Yes and an for No as a group.

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