Comparative Government

  • Complete “Think and Discuss” pg. 134, but substitute America with Venezuela.   It should be one page written or typed.
  • Read pgs. 124-132 about socialization, experiences, and events in the 10 countries and record at least 3 important/main points for each country in your notebook.
  • Answer the following questions related to the movie “Motorcycle Diaries” on a separate sheet of paper:
    1. How did the protagonist change during the movie?  What prompted this change?
    2. What do you know about Cuba and Cuban history that is related to the movie and its outcome?  How do you think what was presented in this movie spurred the Cuban Revolution?
    3. Read the real biography of Che Guevara (click here).  Do you think this movie was an accurate representation of his young life and ideals?  Why or why not? (Please keep in mind that this movie is based on an actual trip that he took through South America).
    4. Name 2 ways this movie made you think differently than you had before.
    5. Name 4 ways that this movie relates to what you have learned in this class.
  • Read about Russia, China, and Iran pgs. 117-121 and take detailed notes (at least one page per country) based on the strategies we learned in class.
  • Read about India, Mexico, Brazil, and Nigeria pgs. 111-116 and take AT LEAST ONE PAGE of notes in your notebooks on EACH country.
  • None- Breathe and enjoy your vacation!!!