The Second Amendment

Learn about the Second Amendment, gun control, and teen activism for change. Understand the debate's history and modern impact.

The Story Behind the Second Amendment Use the video to help you answer the questions below. Make sure to answer the questions in complete sentences! How did Southerners use their guns differently than Northerners during the time of slavery? How is the second amendment a compromise? In terms of safety, what are the two sides to the debate on gun control? Teens Demand Change Use this article to see how guns have influenced schools. Answer the questions below using the article as evidence. At what school did the most recent shooting take place at? Columbine High School Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Denver Public High School Parkland Elementary School How did students use their voice in the city of Parkland? Choose all that apply. TV Interviews Newspapers Social Media Videos during the shooting What were many politicians focused on following the shooting? Gun control laws The mental health and safety of the students The school building The safety of the teachers In the article, Cameron Kasky states that "“People say it’s too early to talk about it. If you ask me, it’s way too late.” What do you think she means by this? Use the article to help you answer the question above. In the article it states, "'We agreed that our politicians have to do more than say thoughts and prayers,” Ms. Campbell-Oates said.'" What does Ms. Campbell-Oates think that politicians need to do instead?