
Why Explore North America?
Grade 8th Grade · Social Studies · 80 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
i can explain why explorers traveled across the ocean using amplify's ckla, 2nd edition unit 8 lesson 1
Warm-Up Video
Kurt Nilsson · 2:58
Unit 9 Lesson 1 Core Connections
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
We live on the continent of North America, and you will be learning about European explorers who traveled to different parts of the Americas.
- 2
People from Spain are often referred to as Spaniards, and you will hear this word throughout the unit.
- 3
Non-fiction writing deals with facts about real people and real events.
Practice Questions
6 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“According to the video, what are some reasons Spaniards and other Europeans explored unfamiliar areas?”
Teacher Guide
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