Columbus Day or No?

This prompt requires students to argue for or against Columbus Day using evidence.
 
 

Use this Activity:

Persuasive Essay - This passage serves as an excellent topic for a formal persuasive essay.
Morning Work - This passage can also serve as an informal writing prompt, perfect for morning work.
Homework - This activity is a great way to assign homework in social studies or language arts.
Discussion- What qualifies a person in history to be honored with a holiday? What famous person in history should have a holiday?
Discussion - What are reasons why Columbus should have a holiday? What are reasons why he should not have a holiday?