Conquest of the Americas: The Southwest

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Francisco Coronado heard a story about the Cities of Cibola, the Seven Cities of Gold, from a friar named Estevan. He decided he would mount an expedition to find these cities. What did Coronado plan to do when he found these cities? Did he eventually find them? What controversy surrounds the expedition?

Essential Question:   Why did Coronado explore the southwest part of North America?

Engage:

• Vocabulary
• Students will define the vocabulary word using their own words on worksheet

Explore:

• Conquest of America: Southwest video  (44:51) Youtube video

Explain:

• Was Coronado suitably punished for his role in the death of the 'Turk'?
• Do you think Coronado was a hero or villain? 

Evaluate: 

• Discussion Questions Worksheet Whole group discussion

Extend:

• Coronado's Wikipedia page 
• Map of Coronado's expedition
• History Channel's page on Coronado

 Expectations: 

• During class instruction/work time you will follow all directions.
• Stay seated and do not talk while taking the vocabulary assessment.
• While working you may talk quietly and go to supply table for supplies.
• The worksheet will be due Thursday, September 7. You will receive half credit after that date.
• When finished place the worksheet in the tray.