A Modest Proposal

by Jonathan Swift

Current Events & Pop Culture

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Teaching A Modest Proposal Teacher Pass includes:

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Harvard Likes Its Satire

Read this alternative student newspaper named after none other than Jonathan Swift himself. There's even a section with modest proposals written by real Harvard students. Consider this as a fun little detour to take with your students, enhancing their appreciation for Swift's impact and satire.