Denied Justice

Students use a T-chart to list the rights Dred Scott sought and how the Supreme Court ruling denied those rights. Afterward, they reflect on why the decision was considered a setback for freedom and equality. The visual organization helps learners compare ideals versus outcomes while emphasizing the human impact of legal rulings.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – Judicial Decisions and Civil Rights History

Civics – The Rights of Citizens and Denial of Justice

English Language Arts – Using Graphic Organizers for Historical Analysis

Critical Thinking – Evaluating Fairness and Legal Outcomes

This worksheet is part of our Dred Scott Decision collection.