This week we explore and compare the Inca and Aztec civilizations. Then we explore how each empire was conquered. This is usually the hardest part of the unit. Please have discussions at home about the events we are discussing in class. Our learning targets this week include: SS6H1a. 1. I can describe characteristics of the Aztec civilization. 2. I can describe characteristics of the Inca civilization. 3. I can compare and contrast the early civilizations of the Aztecs and Incas. 4. I can describe the encounter and consequences of the conflict between Montezuma and Cortes. 5. I can explain Montezuma’s role in this encounter. 6. I can describe the encounter and consequences of the conflict between Atahualpa and Pizarro. 7. I can explain Atahualpa’s role in this encounter. Monday: Students brainstorm with a Word Splash. Watch/discuss PPT – Part 1 – The Aztec Empire. Students fill out graphic organizer. Homework: The Aztec Rule - reading and questions
Tuesday: Check homework. Watch PPT – Part 2 – The Inca Empire. Students fill out graphic organizer. Homework: The Incredible Incas - reading and questions
Wednesday - Check homework. Watch PPT – Fall of the Incan Empire (slides 1-21) Students fill out graphic organizer. Homework: On to South America! - reading and questions
Thursday - Check homework. Watch PPT – Fall of the Aztec Empire (slides 22 – 32) Students fill out graphic organizer.
Friday - Check homework. Using notes from this week, students complete Venn Diagram summarizing the fall of the Aztec and Inca empires. Then students work on Cooking up a Civilization... Your Task: Write a “recipe” for either the Aztec or Inca civilizations. Include 6 ingredients that were used to form the civilization and several cooking instructions for bringing the civilization together.
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