Bellringer Question: Do nations have the right to expand their territory? Choose a response: Yes OR No and provide at least three points to support your response. Let’s Share!

Group Projects – Day 2 See Assignment Sheet Today’s Focus: Research & Content Acquisition Your specific topic & subtopics What factors are driving US involvement? The narrative/story of your topic – as an example Relevant Vocabulary - Significance Consequences – Good and/or Bad Be prepared to share a brief summary with the class.

Map Activity Complete Map Activity #2 for international expansion. Use your textbook, the internet, and maps for help! This activity is independent! YAY you get to COLOR!

HOMEWORK DUE THURSDAY Read pages 76-81 in your textbook and answer the questions below: Why did the United States get involved in Cuba? What were the results of the Spanish-American War? How and why did the U.S. get involved in Mexico, Panama, and other places in Central America and the Caribbean?