Who is Che Guevara?

Introduction

Explore the life of Che Guevara using the internet. 

Who was he?

How did he become so famous?

Using what you learned in "Motorcycle Diaries," try to create an image of who he was.

Task

Today you are going to work alone or in pairs in order to respond the questions that are provided on the next page. You will need to use the sites given or you may explore on your own. 

Process

click here for help answering these questions. You may use other sources.

You must answer this questions in a separate Word document.

  1.  What is the full name of Che Guevara?
  2.  When he was born?
  3.  Where did he live his first years of life?
  4.  Where did he live his life as young adult?
  5.  Mention some of the names and nicknames of Che Guevara: (at least 2)
  6.  How many awards he receive and why? (list 3+) 
  7.  Name three of the men who Guevara trusted?
  8.  How is Che Guevara honored nowadays? 
  9.  What career did Che Guevara pursue?
  10.  What was his highest level of education?
  11.  When did he die?
  12.  How did he die?

Evaluation

You will be evaluated by the work you submit.  Please be sure to answer in complete sentences and put your name on the assignment.  You may email your work to me or print it and hand it in. 

 

 

Conclusion

 

Now the you all have read about the life of Che Guevera and watched a documentary based on his life, you now have a better understanding of his vision of the world.  What are your thoughts on Che? Do you agree or disagree with his ideas?