Civic Learning Week
March 11-15, 2024
We always hear "We need a Will Rogers today."
So who was Will Rogers?
Start with the video below to learn more.
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Monday, March 11
Will Rogers and Congress
Discussion questions:
Why do you think Will Rogers is the only humorist/comedian with a statue in the U.S. Capitol?
Why did congress adjourn on the day Will died? Do you think that would happen today?
Tuesday, March 12
Republicans and Democrats
Discussion questions:
Why do you think Will was friends with both sides?
How can we disagree and still be friends?
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Wednesday, March 13
Will Rogers on Elections
Discussion questions:
How would you change our election system?
What does Will mean when he says, "Every guy looks in his pocket and then votes?"
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Thursday, March 14
Will Rogers' Presidential Pals
Discussion questions:
Would you ever want to stay at the White House?
What would you say to the president if you got a chance to meet him?
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Friday, March 15
Will Rogers for President Movement
Discussion questions:
How hard do you think it would be to be president? Why?
What would you do as a president?
Which five presidents were friends with Will Rogers?
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