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Series
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 10.1 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Explores the debate over whether and when the civil liberties of citizens in a democracy should be limited, such as in times of war, presents a brief history of civil liberties in the U.S., addresses the question of whether the Bill of Rights in necessary, and discusses issues of national security, due process, freedom of speech, and related topics.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
A biography of Scottish-born industrialist, business person, and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, covering his upbringing, escape from poverty, education, and success in the steel industry and many other fields, and includes a timeline and glossary.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
1060L
Language
English
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This title examines an important historic event-the standoff in Waco, Texas, between federal law enforcement agencies and Branch Davidian leader David Koresh and his followers living in the Mount Carmel Center. Easy-to-read, compelling text explores the history and religious beliefs of Koresh's group, the suspected criminal activity that led law enforcement to surround the compound, the events of the 51-day standoff, and its tragic end. Also discussed...
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