Discovery of America
Grade 745 min
Learning Objective
I can evaluate the impact of European contact on indigenous populations in the Americas.
Lesson Flow
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Four Voyages of Christopher Columbus to Discover America
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Practice
12 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe one immediate effect of Columbus's arrival on the indigenous people he encountered, as shown in the video. According to the video, what was a primary motivation for the Spanish monarchs to support Columbus's voyages, and how might this have affected the indigenous populations? ”
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