Argument Wars

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Argument Wars

Ever tried to win a disagreement? In Argument Wars, you will try out your persuasive abilities by arguing a real Supreme Court case. The other lawyer is your competition. Whoever uses the strongest arguments wins! 

Cases include:

  • Brown v. Board of Education
  • Gideon v. Wainwright
  • Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier *NEW
  • In Re Gault *NEW
  • Miranda v. Arizona
  • New Jersey v. T.L.O.
  • Snyder v. Phelps produced in cooperation with the Harlan Institute
  • Texas v. Johnson

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Rank Username Score
1 Marble Dictator 905 2,450
2 Copper Soldier 967 2,250
3 Peach Queen 504 2,150
4 Red Judge 2 1,800
5 Yellow Dictator 565 1,800
6 Orange Congressman 305 1,750
7 Mint Mayor 334 1,750
8 Blue Crusader 649 1,700
9 Blue Judge 176 1,650
10 Teal Patriot 390 1,650

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Teacher Files:

Argument Wars Lesson and Worksheetapplication/pdf icon
Teacher's guide to using Argument Wars in the classroomapplication/pdf icon

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