Due for Week of April 6th
We are moving to yet another platform... Canvas. Starting on Monday 4/6 I will post two
45 minute assignments to a LAS Studies page. You will get an informal grade for each,
although the weighting may vary depending on the difficulty of an assignment.When completing
a review assessment, it will likely be weighted more than a simple 45 minute homework grade.
The new Canvas classroom will replace the google classroom which replaced this. A code to the
former Google Classroom tools can be found here:
cqh3c76
Due for Wednesday 3/18 Economic Imperialism- The United Fruit Company
1) We will focus on European and US involvement in Latin America. Advanced nations
exerted financial, political and military control over smaller Latin American nations during
the 1900's, a form of intervention known as Imperialism. We have focused on military
involvement in Latin America, but one of the most successful U.S. economic ventures
was the United Fruit Company. Read the history of the company and answer the
following questions:
1) How does the story writer open to catch your attention?
2) How did the UFC (United Fruit Company) get started and what evidence is there that the
company had an overly close relation to Latin-American Governments?
3) What genetic threat does the banana face and how did the company’s practices make
the threat more dangerous?
4) How did the United Fruit Company market its bananas in the U.S.A. and Europe?
5) What evidence is there that its marketing efforts were successful?
6) Give several examples which show how the UFC exerted its power in Latin-America?
7) How did the UFC fight back against Fidel Castro in Cuba?
8) What is the “Wild Bunch?
9)How effective was the Wild Bunch at maintaining the Banana Trade?
10) Why are bananas particularly well suited to Central America?
Due for Monday 3/16 Imperialism in Latin America
1) We will focus on European and US involvement in Latin America. Known as Imperialism,
these advanced nations exerted financial, political and military control over smaller Latin
American nations during the 1900's. This brief 6 minute movie will introduce some key
ideas from the Imperialist Era.
2) Come in with a story about Latin-American current events.
Due for Thursday 3/12 Colombian Civil War and the formation of Panama
1) We will review the history of Panama (coincidentally the history of how the USA
created the Panama Canal). As part of this, we will examine literature from the period,
including Silver People and "No One Writes The Colonel". The latter book won the Nobel
Prize for Literature and is the story of an impoverished retired colonel who fought in
the Thousand Days' War. He still hopes to receive the pension he was promised 15 yrs
earlier for serving to crush the liberals. The colonel lives with his asthmatic wife in a small
village under military law in the years following the Colombian Civil War. The main characters
aren't named, symbolizing the insignificance of individuals and lack of agency. As you can
guess from the title, nobody responds to his request for his pension and corruption is a major
theme throughout the novel and the colonel is unlikely to get his pension. Ever.
Due for Tuesday 3/10 Colombian Civil War
1) After wrapping up Mexican history between 1900-1940, we will head south to briefly
analyze The War of a Thousand Days, (the Colombian civil war between the Liberals and
Conservatives) at the turn of the century between 1899-1902. To prepare, read
the following article. (wiki) Then answer these questions.
Due for Friday 3/6 Mexican Revolution Test
1) Study the guide for today's test.
Due for Wednesday Test on Mexican Revolution
1) Although I had planned to give you the test today, only 5 of you showed up. Prepare for
your test NEXT CLASS by studying the Mexican Revolution Study Guide. Sigh,
Due for Monday 3/2 Mexico after the Revolution (1920-1950)
1) Finish watching the documentary sections "Mexico, A Story of Courage and Conquest" pt. 4-1
and 4-2 and complete the following questions.
Due for Friday 2/28 Mexican Revolution
1) We will finish posters and watch Pt 4 of "Mexico, A Story of Courage and Conquest" .
Due for Thursday 2/27 Mexican Revolution
1) Given the ACT exam, not much was completed on Tuesday. You will form into the
following 3 groups and complete a poster which clearly explains the key events of the
Mexican Revolution.
Group #1 Stephanie, Jude, Grace
Group #2 Ty'Jon, Edgar, Hannah
Group #3 Kevin, Billie, Amaya
2) We will review the documentary: "Mexico, A Story of Courage and Conquest" pt. 4 and
part 4 section 2 in class.
Due for Tuesday 2/25 Mexican Revolution
1) You will report to Mr. Lewandowski's class today while the ACT is given. While there, you
may use this Library of Congress timeline or this MexHistory timeline of the Mexican
Revolution to make a poster showing the major events. Be sure to include explanations &
pictures of the key players/events. As there will be only 5 students, divide into your own
grouping. Please pace yourselves to finish the poster during class today! The assignment
from Friday will be due today.
2) Read this short article about the Mexican Revolution. Be ready for a quiz based on its 6
main points.
Due for Friday 2/21 Mexican Revolution/Civil War
1) Read Mosaic Pages 99-104 on the Cardenas Era.
2) Then answer the following questions about the Cardenas Era in Mexico between between
1934 and 1946. This period highlights a period of healing between the USA and Mexico
under US President FDR. Known for his "Good Neighbor" policy, FDR treated Mexico as an
independent nation capable of forging its own path. This is very different from prior American
actions and helped define the current relationship between the nations today.
Due for Wednesday 2/19 Mexican Revolution/Civil War
1) We will listen to a section of an impressive Podcast which has been turned into a book
about the Mexican Revolution. It covers a segment of the Revolution but its like listening
to a college professor without leaving the classroom. The overall podcast runs for over
14 hours and can be found here if you want more. And yes, its free. Welcome to the Golden
Age of human knowledge.
2) If you didn't finish the questions from the "Storm that Swept Mexico" documentary,
watch any remaining sections and compete the questions given out in class.
Due for Friday 2/14 Mexican Revolution/Civil War
1) As we finish the Mexican Revolutionary/ Civil War, read pages 85- 88
2) Then answer these questions.
3) Current Events: Consider this 2 minute video about Mexico City's traffic problems,
The situation is made worse because inhabitants did not need a license, Wow.
4) Although I will not be in class on Friday, you will watch a documentary called "The
Storm that Swept Mexico" in class. Its a superb analysis of the Mexican Revolution
but may seem confusing if you have not done the reading. (So do the Reading!
Once the sub plays the movie, you will answer these movie questions IN CLASS. If you
don't finish the Storm documentary, than complete the questions at home.
Thank you for being an awesome class. The guest teacher really liked you guys.
Due for Wednesday 2/12 Modern Caudillos/Mexican Revolution/Civil War
1) We will finish the caudillo presentations today. Please have your presentation ready!
If you wanted to hear an interesting podcast on Santander's scheming against Bolivar, listen
here. The scheming starts around the 10:30 mark and culminates at the end of the
recording with Bolivar jumping out of a palace window and hiding under a bridge while
his lover is beaten by a band of assassins. Fun stuff for the Liberator.
2) In preparation for the next section, read pages 78- 84 of Mosaic about the post-
Porfirato Revolutionary War in Mexico. Then answer these questions.
Due for Monday 2/10 Modern Caudillos Traits/Populism
1) We will discuss Populism in the modern era and how Caudillos of the past provide
lessons about politics today. To participate in the discussion, please read this article or
this short analysis of the current administrations tactics. Note... this isn't just an isolated
comparison. Hundreds of historians and journalists have noted the comparison and a
simple internet search will yield countless articles like this. Even though class on Friday
was cancelled, you are responsible for the work which will be due on Monday.
2) We read the following newspaper article on Latino voting in NC today. What you may
find interesting is this article six years earlier worrying that Latinos are not voting in high
numbers.
3) We also watched the following video on climate change in Chile, South America.
Due for Thursday 2/6 Caudillo Presentations
1) Be prepared to present your Caudillo in a short 5-10 minute presentation to the class.
Due for Tuesday 2/4 Caudillismo in Latin America
1) We will conclude the historical Caudillios with this reading. After reading it, answer these
questions.
2) Be ready to pick a famous caudillo for a short presentation you'll make during the
following class. Possible Latin Caudillo choices include:
Juan Manuel De Rosas, Argentina
Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, Mexico
Porfirio Diaz, Mexico
Manuel Isidoro Belzu, Bolivia (A rare Progressive caudillo )
Fructuoso Rivera, Uruguay.
Rafael Carrera, Guatemala.
Diego Portales, Chile.
Francisco de Paula Santander, Columbia.
José Gaspar Rodríguez de Francia, Paraguay.
Due for Friday 1/31 Post Independence Caudillos
1) We watched the following two videos introducing the Caudillos that seized power after
chaos of the independence era. Both the short cartoon and the longer analytical video
were made by students and are well done. Here are the questions we completed in class.
2) Please read this excerpt commenting on the Caudillo Era. Then answer these questions
to ensure you understood the reading. Use a separate sheet of paper or Word document:
A) What is Caudillismo?
B) What characteristics or abilities enabled caudillos to rise to power?
C) Name at least three caudillo examples and the nations they represented?
D) How is an authoritarian caudillo different from a populist caudillo?
E) If caudillos were so successful across much of Latin America during the 1800's, why
did they not last?
3) In class, we will watch the following lecture summary of the Porforiato Era in Mexico
and discuss the following questions.
Due for Thursday (1/16)- Wednesday 1/22) Midterm Exams
NWSA will follow this Exam Schedule for Midterms:
Thursday Jan. 16th Friday Jan. 17th Tuesday Jan. 21nd Wednesday Jan. 22rd
Period 1B & 3B Period 1A & 3A Period 2B & 4B Period 2A & 4A
2) Read this segment on O'Higgins and the independence movement in Chile.
3) You will be asked to make a Facebook Page, complete with a profile, pictures, timelines
and posts for a key Latin American Libertador. Use the Fakebook site to create your page.
Fakebook assignments are due along with your essay on 1/22 WITHOUT excuse.
Bolivar- TyJon, Kevin
O'Higgins- Jude
San Martin- Amaya
Hidalgo- Stephanie
Iturbide- Edgar
Santa Anna- Grace, Billie
Hannah- TBD, but something quirky and cool.
Due for Wednesday 1/15 Latin American Independence Movements
1) We will wrap up Independence Movements with this reading on San Martin and a second
short reading on the fateful meeting between San Martin and Bolivar that decided the fate
of Latin America. Then answer these questions.
2) Finish a 2-3 page essay answering the following question:
"Why did Bolivar's vision of Gran Columbia & a United States of South America ultimately fail?
(This is a culminating project and will count as a formal grade. (Please make sure you cite
detailed facts and historical information in support of your arguments!!!)
Due for Monday 1/13 Latin American Independence Movements
1) Finish any remaining questions from the Simon Bolivar Reading.
2) Read this student answer by a native Colombian as to why he thinks Gran Columbia never
materialized. Be ready to write on your own reasons for the failure and collapse of Gran
Colombia. I'll expect you to have a detailed answer, with multiple causes.
3) Be ready for an essay writing activity.
Due for Thursday, 1/9 Latin American Independence Movements
1) We will review Gran Columbia and why it failed. Read the following excerpt and answer
the questions linked here. The reading focuses on Simon Bolivar, an exceptional leader
who is often compared to George Washington for his revolutionary impact. Even today,
most Latin nations host a monument, square or park dedicated to him. Yet his vision for
a unified "Gran Columbia" never materialized.... why not?
2) Read this article about the SC response to DACA. Is it wise?
Due for Friday 12/20 Latin American Independence Movements
1) Please watch this short video from Khan Academy regarding the other Latin American
Revolutions outside of Mexico. Then answer these questions:
a) What revolutions provided inspiration for revolts in South America?
b) How did Denis Diderot contribute to the revolution movements?
c) What did Napoleon do which allowed for Simon Bolivar to inspire revolutions
in several future nations?
2) In class, you will watch parts of the movie Camila on Amazon. It is a tragic story about love in
the era of Revolutionary Argentina.
Due for Wednesday 12/18 Recap of Mexican-American Relations
1) We viewed the Mexican American War History Channel Documentary. We reviewed using
the accompanying ppt. with these questions in class on Monday. We will finish it today.
2) We will discuss the other major independence movements next, namely Bolivar and
San Martin. To prepare, read pages 1-10 of the introduction (28-38 if using pdf viewer) &
answer these questions.
3) In class, we will refer to this ppt. to discuss the other independence movements.
Due for Thursday 12/12 The Porfiriato
1) President Diaz will take control following the short term of President Gonzalez during
the mid 1880's. Read this short webpage to better understand the period under Porfirio Diaz
which is know now as the "Porfiriato" Then answer these questions. President Diaz famously
said:
"Alas, poor Mexico. So far from God and so close to the United States"
Due for Tuesday 12/10 The Liberals vs. Conservatives in Mexico
1) Watch this video about the Age of Santa Anna and the end of Maximillian's rule. It starts
slowly but does an exceptional job once the video gets a few minutes in. Seriously, watch
and see. Then answer these questions.
2) Be here at my classroom tomorrow at 9:00 am for our field trip to Discovery Place. ONTIME!
3) Finish watching the video about Mexican History and answer the following questions
from class. Be ready for a quiz next class on this video's content.
Due for Friday 12/6 Mexican Civil Struggles and War with the US
1) Finish Reading pgs 53-59 of Chapter 2 of the Buchenau text. Then answer these questions.
2) AFTER the reading, watch this short video on the French supported Emperor Maximillian
and answer these questions on a separate sheet of paper:
a) There would be a decades long struggle between Liberals and conservatives in Mexico.
What did each side want?
b) Why did the French want to interfere in Mexican politics?
c) Why didn't the USA try to stop the French from installing a European emperor in Mexico?
d) The French conducted a fraudulent election to convince Maximillian to accept the
position of Emperor of Mexico. Was he a "good" leader once he was tricked into accepting?
e) What key mistake did Maximillian make as things became desperate in 1865?
f) Why did Juarez order Maximiliian to be executed, despite his qualities?
3) We read this document discussing the history of the Mexican Independence Period issued
by the Mexican Embassy. Continue to read through it and be ready to finish your timeline
posters in class.
Due for Wednesday 12/4 Mexican Independence and the "Mexican Critical Period"
1) Finish Reading pgs 45-53 of Chapter 2 of the Buchenau text. Then answer these questions.
2) Don't forget to walk in with a story about the region. Webites are linked below, including the
BBC Spanish language site shared by Grace. Use the translate feature in your browser for a
quick English conversion as needed.
3) Please bring in $20 for the Discovery Place tickets for next Wednesday 12/11.
Due for Tuesday 11/19 Mexican History
1) If you are interested in finding out about the other rebellions which defined Latin America
today, read this website for information on Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin.
2) Read pages 39-44 in chapter 2 . It's only 5 pages but you'll need to actually think about the
reading carefully to answer these questions. They are due today, after a long weekend, so
please do a good job.
3) Don't forget to read news about the region and pick a story that interests you.
Due for Friday 11/15 Mexican History
1) Finish the questions from the Chapter 1 reading. I was disappointed most of you had not
finished your handouts. Please do not miss out on this assignment. Note, you will take
a new test today on the same chapter 1 reading.
2)Begin reading pgs. 39-44 about Mexico's Independence period and start answering
these questions. The assignment will be due on Tuesday. No excuses please.
3) Continue to read/watch Latin American news, pickling an article of interest. Reputable
sources for your news can be found at:
BBC Al-Jazeera AP NEWS Feed WTOP NEWS NPR UK NEWS
... or just pick your own source from the following list. Once you have a story, fill out this quick
form about your article/video and be prepared to talk about it in class.
4) If you want to view the Colonial presentation from class, click here.
5) Good news! Prof. Buchenau will be visiting NWSA after school on 12/17. Please plan on
being there for a 1 hour discussion forum. You'll receive extra-credit!
6) Don't forget your Cuba field trip forms if you want to go on the 12/13 trip!
Due for Wednesday 11/13 Mexico Presentations
1) Please finish the first chapter of the Mexican Mosaic Text. Plan on making your 5-10 minute
summary (ideally w/ handouts) to your classmates of the following pages:
Pgs. 9-14 TyJon and Jude
Pgs. 14-18 Stephanie and Billie
Pgs. 18-24 Hannah and Kevin
Pgs. 24-29 Grace and Amaya
Pgs. 30-35 Edgar and Hannah
2) Be ready for a chapter test based on the information found in the reading.
Due for Friday 11/8 Mexican History Review
1) Please read the first chapter of the Mexican Mosaic Text. We're ordering textbook copies and
will use excerpts to study the history of Mexico. Please finish the entire reading, but you will be
responsible for presenting a 5-10 minute summary (ideally w/ handouts) to your classmates of
the following pages:
Pgs. 9-14 TyJon and Jude
Pgs. 14-18 Stephanie and Billie
Pgs. 18-24 Hannah and Kevin
Pgs. 24-29 Grace and Amaya
Pgs. 30-35 Edgar and Hannah
You should create a 1 pg. handout to help your classmates prepare for a quiz on the chapter.
Although we covered some of the early history before, this chapter is a chance for you to
familiarize yourself with the text. Presentations will be due for class on Wednesday 11/13.
2) Events in Latin America are becoming more chaotic than in recent years. The economic
crisis in Venezuela continues, Brazil is on fire, and elections in Bolivia are in crisis. Even a nation
like Chile, long viewed as a stable economic model, are experiencing major uprisings thanks
to clashes over economic policies placing greater burdens on the working class. Watch this
4 minute Vice News video & answer these questions. (Think critically about news sources)
3) We are planning a trip to the Discovery Place for the Cuba exhibit on Friday, 12/13. Please
complete the following paperwork to and ask your parents to see if they wish to join us.
Due for Friday 11/1 The Expulsion of the Jesuits (The Mission)
1) We will watch the movie the Mission today, analyzing the consequences of the expulsion
of the Jesuits and the long lasting impacts on the native population. No homework is assigned!
Due for 10/31 Thursday Field Trip to UNC-Charlotte
1) Please be at Mr. Vitale's trailer at 9:00 am for today's trip to UNC-Charlotte. UNC asked that
read this homework and be prepared for a quiz being given to their class on these terms.
Please be prepared! Don't forget lunch funds and let your teachers know you will be out.
You are still responsible for all work in all classes!
2) Last class, we...
Discussed the reasons for the expulsion of the Jesuits and the effect it had in the Spanish and
Portuguese colonies analyzed in this reading.
Due for Wednesday 10/30 Spanish Colonization and Colonial America
1) Following the controversial debate at Valladolid, a series of laws known collectively as
the New Laws of the Indies were passed to limit some of the harsh treatments of natives
by the Encomenderos. Know each of these events/concepts.
2) Finish reading the handout about the Jesuit missions/reducions founded across
Latin America by the Catholic order known as the Jesuits. Thanks to their strong views
supporting protection of the natives, the Jesuits will run afoul of Spanish and Portuguese
authorities and be expelled.
Due for Friday 10/25 Spanish Colonization and Colonial America
1) Last class, we...
Discussed the Black Legend and debated the accounts of Bartolome De Las Casas as
he debated the fate of the natives with Juan Ginés de Sepúlveda at the famous Valladolid
Debate. The First Quarter ended today!
Due for Wednesday 10/23 Spanish Colonization and Colonial America
1) Last class, we...
a) watched the Exploration documentary and completed these questions to better
understand the motives of the Spanish Explorers.
b) We read the personal letter from De Soto regarding his exploration of the American
Southeast, noting the Spanish brutality towards the natives. A good PPT can be found here.
c) Watched John Green's Crash Course video on the Black Legend with questions.
2) For today's homework, please read the following passages by Bartolome de Las Casas
(1484–1566) who argued for more humane treatment of Native Americans in the Spanish
New World. De Las Casas argued to the Spanish King that his agents, the conquistadors,
were brutalizing native peoples and that those actions were destroying the Spanish as
well as the natives. De Las Casas' Brief Account details extremely graphic interactions
between the Taino and the Spanish, As you read, you will be asked to analyze parts of
the text.
Due for Monday 10/21 Spanish Colonization of the New World
1) After viewing the documentary & completing the questions last class, we will move on &
discuss the impact of the Spanish invasion following Columbus' voyages. To prepare,
please watch the following documentary by Khan Academy. Then answer these questions.
2) Please select and read a recent news story about Latin America. I appreciate you staying
up to date on recent events, especially those which affect the relationship between the
USA and our neighbors to the south. Be ready to briefly introduce it to the class.
Due for Tuesday 10/15 Aztec and Incan Empires
1) We will conclude the remaining geography presentations. Be ready to go!
2) The debate for the Aztec and Incan sides will follow these criteria.
3) Please fill out this paperwork for our rescheduled field trip. It has been rescheduled for
10-31-19 and will include a trip to UNC-Charlotte to their LAS program.
Due for Friday 10/11 Aztec and Incan Empire Debate and wrap up of South American Geography
1) The following students will present on their South American Nations:
Chile ---> Stephanie 10/11
Peru ---> Kevin 10/11
Bolivia ---> Amaya 10/11
Ecuador ---> Billie 10/11
Columbia ---> Grace 10/11
Please turn in your research sheet and accompanying paper about your nation.
2) We will wrap up the debate preparation today after the presentations. The debate
will run next class.
Due for 10/8 Tuesday Aztec and Incan Empires (Early American Civilizations)
1) The following students will present on their South American Nations:
Paraguay ---> Jude 10/8
Argentina ---> Hannah 10/8
Venezuela ---> Edgar 10/8
Brazil ---> Ty'Jon 10/8
Please turn in your research sheet and accompanying paper about your nation.
2) We will finish watching the Aztec documentary about their engineering achievements.
Due for 10/4 Friday Aztec and Incan Empires (Early American Civilizations)
1) We will engage in our first annual debate. Students will face off to determine which society
was the greater civilization. You will meet as teams under the following chair people.
Incan Team Aztec Team
Leader - Hannah Leader- Jude
Grace Amaya
Kevin Edgar
Billie Ty'Jon
Stephanie
2) To prepare, watch the following short videos on the Incans and Aztecs. Both are really
quick (4-5 mins each) but should aid you in finding good resources online.
Due for 10/2 South American Geography
1) As we wrap up Latin American Geography, study for the final geography quiz/test by
identifying the following 32 locations. Please use color and complete all areas on the handout.
South American Nations/Territories:
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana,
Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, French Guyana Uruguay, Venezuela
Key Cities: Buenos Aires Sucre/La Paz Santiago Bogota Quito Georgetown
Asuncion Lima Brasilia Paramaribo Cayenne Montevideo Caracas
2) Don't forget about the Latin-American Movie night on Thursday 10/3 after school. The movie
event features a Latino-American Director who will answer questions about his film and the
challenges he overcame on his journey. Pizza will be served and donations accepted.
See you at 4:25 in the Black Box on Thursday. We will finish around 6:30
Due for Monday (9/30) South American Geography Project
1) Finish your research pages for your assigned South American nations. Continue to work on
your presentations and Google Earth tours.
Due for Thursday (9/26) South American Geography Project
1) Read the following project details for the Google Maps Tour. Please begin continue working
on your tour. If you had any difficulty installing Google Earth Pro, please let me know.
Due for Tuesday (9/24) South American Geography
1) As we prepare for to create a Tour using Google Earth Pro, try downloading the Google
Earth Pro edition onto a computer or Chromebook from their official site. It's free and the link
is at the bottom of the page.
2) Play around with Google Earth Pro after watching the following video offering tips on creating
your own tour of your Central American Nation.
3) The following South American nations have been assigned as follows:
Paraguay ---> Jude 10/8
Argentina ---> Hannah 10/8
Venezuela ---> Edgar 10/8
Brazil ---> Ty'Jon 10/8
Chile ---> Stephanie 10/11
Peru ---> Kevin 10/11
Bolivia ---> Amaya 10/11
Ecuador ---> Billie 10/11
Columbia ---> Grace 10/11
Have your presentation ready to go on either 10/8 or 10/11. As before, please fill out this
research page to help you. It is required on the the date of your presentation along with a 3-5
page paper about your nation.
Due for Wednesday (9/18) Central American Geography
1) If you haven't done so, finish the questions on pg. 206.
2) We will conclude the Central American presentations with Mexico (Steph) today. Bring your
paper on your Central American nation as well.
3) We will begin with the Google Mapping exercise today.
Due for Monday (9/16) Central American Presentation Wrap Up
1) Bring your presentations to class today and be prepared to present on your nation. Each
of the following students is expected to present on their nation for 10-15 minutes.
Mexico ---> Stephanie 9/16
Nicaragua ---> Amaya 9/16
Dominican Rep. ---> Ty'Jon 9/16
Costa Rica ---> Lola 9/16
El Salvador ---> Billie 9/16
Honduras ---> Kevin 9/16
Puerto Rico ---> Jude 9/16
2) Answer the questions on page 206, including the Map identifications at the lower right.
This will count as a formal assignment/take home geography quiz so please make sure
it is complete and accurate. It will take about 20-30 minutes to finish it so leave yourself
enough time to score well.
Due for Thursday 9/12 Central American Nations presentations
1) Bring your presentations to class today and be prepared to present on your nation. Each
of the following students is expected to present on their nation for 10-15 minutes.
Guatemala ---> Edgar 9/12
Panama ---> Hannah 9/12
Cuba ---> Grace 9/12
2)Walk around in the grass without shoes. Pet a kitten. Tell your little brother/sister you love
them, even if you sometimes don't. They won't know and your parents will think you're
awesome. Then watch this video and show everyone you dance like Mr. King and I.
3) I am posting this powerpoint to guide you as to how you might include Google Maps into
your presentations. Here is a website describing how you can use add it. A Prezi example
can be found here. We will spend time after your initial presentations to add the
mapping features to your presentation. Be sure to bring your CHARGED computer to
class each day!
Due for Tuesday 9/10 Latin American Geography
1) Complete your national worksheet. It will help you prepare for your presentations on Thurs
or Monday.
2) Read pages 199-203 and answer questions 1-3 at the end of section 2 on page 203.
3) If you miss today's class, here is the video we will view.
Due for Friday 9/6 Latin American Geography Research
1) Continue working on your Nation using by filling out the assigned worksheet as a guide.
2) Know where your Central American Nations and Capitals are for a formal assessment!
Due for Wednesday 9/4 Latin American Geography
1) Continue researching your nation. We will use this worksheet to guide the process.
2) Read pages 193-198 and answer questions 1-5 on page 198. Yes, it will be graded.
No, its not an exciting assignment. Sorry, but there will be a better one sometime in
November. You can start preparing now for the thrill that awaits you.
3) Be prepared for a geography quiz on the Central American Nations. Sadly, this student's
approach will not work in our small class. It's best if you figure out where Belmopan is on
a map beforehand.
Due for Friday 8/30 Latin American Geography
1) Now that you have selected a Central American nation for your research projects, begin
researching your paper and presentation. Reliable sources can be found in the library or:
Latin American Human Geography- National Geo
Latin American Textbook - Geography
Regional History, Culture, and Geography library
Assigned Nation/Terr: Student Presentation Date
Guatemala ---> Edgar 9/12
Puerto Rico ---> Jude 9/12
Panama ---> Hannah 9/12
Cuba ---> Grace 9/12
Mexico ---> Stephanie 9/16
Nicaragua ---> Amaya 9/16
Dominican Rep. ---> Ty'Jon 9/16
Costa Rica ---> Lola 9/16
El Salvador ---> Billie 9/16
Honduras ---> Kevin 9/16
2) As you research the various nations of Central America, we'll begin introducing Early
American history. Read this first hand account of the conquest of the Incans & answer
the questions. It pretty accurately captures the brutality and desperation which
allowed the Spanish Conquistadors to defeat a Incan Empire numbering in the millions.
3) Anyone interested in pursuing a Governor's School Application for next summer, watch
for the upcoming application and see the guidance counselors to let them know you're
interested.
Due for Wednesday 8/28 - Latin American Geography
1) We will assign each student a Central American nation to research. You must
prepare a short 10-15 minute presentation on your assigned nation for the class.
Begin working on your presentation now as it is due on Friday, (9/20).
A helpful starting resource with maps and national info is found here.
2) We will begin watching the following movie about the Colombian Exchange and
complete the questions. Its the BEST documentary on the after-effects of the
European Invasion of North and South America.
3) Return your signed copy of the Syllabus and your completed student Info sheet.
Due for Monday 8/26- Welcome! Your journey begins today...
1) To understand Latin American history and culture, you have to understand Latin
American Geography. Begin by identifying the following 32 locations:
Early Civilizations: Mayan Empire Aztec Empire Incan Empire Nazca Empire
North and Central American Nations/Territories:
Mexico Belize Guatemala El Salvador Nicaragua Costa Rica
Honduras Panama Cuba Dominican Republic Puerto Rico USA
Key Cities: Mexico City Belmopan Guatemala City San Salvador Managua
San Jose Tegucigalpa Panama City Havana Santo Domingo San Juan
St. Augustine
Oceans/Bays: Atlantic Ocean Gulf of Mexico Caribbean Sea Pacific Ocean
2) Then locate the above locations onto the following map. Please be precise!
If this kid can do it, you can too.
If you need help for any reason, please contact me at: alan.vitale@cms.k12.nc.us