In Quarantine:
Life and Death on Grosse Île, 1832-1937

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Activity 1

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Significance of Grosse Île in Canadian History

Introduction

In this activity, students will discover why Grosse Île is a very important part of Canadian history. In groups of two or three, students will research and analyze accounts of Grosse Île to write argumentative essays.

Learning Outcomes
(May be used as benchmarks for a rubric or an assessment tool.)

Students will:

• apply research skills: locating and selecting pertinent information, analyzing, interpreting and drawing conclusions;
• understand and appreciate the significance of Grosse Île in Canadian history.

Synopsis

• Students will read Introduction: Life and Death in Quarantine and Grosse Île Today.
• In groups of two or three, students will select one section of questions from Handout 1.1, and explore the website In Quarantine: Life and Death on Grosse Île, 1832-1937 for the answers.
• Students will respond to one argumentative question in essay format. They may use the Activity Resources section to help in their research.

Option

Compile the essays into a class newspaper editorial page, or compare essay responses through a debate.

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