30 POINTS TO WHOEVER CAN ANSWER FAST: Q: Now you will free-write on the discussion topic for 10 minutes. You’ll use the result of this free writing 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