21 USI oct Columbus statue per 6 - prior knowledge -
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  1. Answer both:
    1)Should Columbus Day be a federal holiday and schools be closed?
    Why or why not?

    2)Should statues of Christopher Columbus in public places be removed or remain standing?


  1. What do you know about the debate/controversy concerning the holiday and statues of Christopher Columbus?


  1. What are the arguments/positions/concerns different groups have regarding these statues and the holiday?





Michael OToole
NJ