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Charles Pinckney (1757-1824)

Duration
60 min
Published
Nov 5, 2020
A historical portrait of a gentleman wearing 18th-century attire, seated with a serious expression.
How did Charles Pinckney contribute to the Founding? What were his views on the Articles of Confederation and what was his role at the Constitutional Convention?

Founding Principles

Limited Government, Representative / Republican Government

Learning objectives

Students will:

  • evaluate the importance of Pinckney’s contributions to the Founding
  • understand Pinckney’s views on the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution
  • analyze Pinckney’s role in the Constitutional Convention
  • understand the arguments about Article I, Section 9, Clause 1
  • appreciate the passions and the interests of both pro- and antislavery proponents

Materials

Student Handouts

Additional Teacher Resource

Lesson Components

ActivityHandout A: Charles Pinckney (1757-1824)
ActivityHandout B: Vocabulary and Context Questions – Charles Pinckney (1757-1824)
ActivityHandout C: In His Own Words: Charles Pinckney and the Issue of Slavery
ActivityHandout D: Analysis: Debate about Article I, Section 9, Clause 1
ActivityThematic Essays – Charles Pinckney (1757-1824)

Lesson plan

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Standards

Advanced Placement

  • CCE

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Portrait of a historical figure with short, wavy hair and a serious expression, depicted in black and white.
FounderCharles Pinckney

He received a first-rate education and became an accomplished lawyer. Pinckney joined the state militia during the American Revolution and fought the British at Savannah and Charles Town.