Introduction
- Explain the Latin American independence movement; include the importance of Toussaint L’Ouverture, Simon Bolivar, and Miguel Hidalgo.
- Explain the impact of the Cuban Revolution.
- Explain the impact and political outcomes of the Zapatista guerrilla movement in Mexico.
Essential Questions
- What role did Simon Bolivar, Toussaint L'Ouverture, and Miguel Hidalgo play in the Latin American Independence Movement?
- What is the significance of the Cuban Revolution?
- How did the Zapatista Guerrilla Movement impact Mexico and what was the political outcome?
Task
- Explain the Latin American independence movement; include the importance of Simon Bolivar.
Essential Questions
- What role did Simon Bolivar play in the Latin American Independence Movement?
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Task #1 Simon Bolivar
Read the articles and watch the videos on Simon Bolivar, Toussaint L'Ouverture, and Miguel Hidalgo. As you look at the information on each take note of the following information for each:
- Which country's independence was this person responsible for?
- How did the person contribute to that country's independence?
- Do you think the person made a significant contribution to the independence movement? Explain why you chose your answer in 1 paragraph.
Evaluation
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