How Did Fascism Rise in Europe?

 As we watch today's video and define the vocabulary words, think about the rise of fascism in Europe. Could this happen in the United States today? What techniques did the fascists employ to become popular with the people of their countries?

EQ:

• How did Fascism rise in Europe?

Engage:

• Review Walt Disney's reasons for going to South America during World War 2 

Explore:

• The Story of Fascism in Europe (56:19) Rick Steves

Explain:

• How do fascists rise to power?
• What led people to embrace fascism in Europe in the 20th century?
• Who is Benito Mussolini?

Evaluate:

• Vocabulary- Fascism, Holocaust, concentration camp, economy, fanaticism

Walt and El Groupo

 

EQ:

• Why did Walt Disney take a group of animators to South America during World War 2?

Engage:

• Walt Disney's Education for Death (10:08) 

Explore:

• Vocabulary: animation, movie, union, strike, goodwill tour
• Vocabulary: overcoat, sketch, sophisticated, plaza, Nazi
• Vocabulary: estuary, deforestation, gaucho, llano, pampas
• Walt and El Grupo documentary
• Selections from Saludos Amigos and The Three Caballeros

Explain:

• Why was the Disney company reeling before the trip?
• Why did the US Government pay for Disney's trip?
• How did the trip to South America influence Disney's work and the work of his artists?

Evaluate:

• How does Education for Death inform what you saw in Walt and El Grupo? 

Extend: