After reading the articles, you will participate iSummarize the main points in the article “54th Massachusetts Regiment.” Your response should include information about what made the regiment unique for its time, what it accomplished, and how it has been memorialized. n a group discussion on the following topic: How can Americans today best honor the contributions of Black Americans in the Civil War? Summarize the main points in the article “54th Massachusetts Regiment.” Your response should include information about what made the regiment unique for its time, what it accomplished, and how it has been memorialized. Part B
Now you will freewrite on the discussion topic for 10 minutes. You’ll use the result of this freewriting to form an outline. Freewriting is a brainstorming exercise that will help you overcome any hesitation you may feel in expressing your views. Write continuously for 10 minutes on the topic, without paying attention to grammar, spelling, or sentence structure. Think about these questions to guide your thoughts on the topic:

Which Black Americans do you think should be commemorated for their service in the Civil War? Why is it important to remember their contributions? Which type of monument or tribute do you think would best honor them?
Why would your imagined commemoration be the best tribute? How is it better than other monuments or memorials? How does it connect to a particular legacy?
Imagine seeing a fitting monument to Black Americans in the Civil War. Describe what it would look like and sound like. Explain how it would make you and other visitors feel.
Organize the points you made while freewriting on the topic and form an outline of what you want to say about the topic. You may present your ideas as a list or in a graphic organizer, such as a cluster web.

Now that you have gathered some points for the discussion, you will construct a thesis statement that clearly presents your viewpoint on the topic to the other participants in the discussion. Before you begin, read these tips for creating a strong thesis statement

List three or more points supporting your thesis statement.