1. Reminders: Unit: Age of Exploration Focus Activity:
MYP Unit Question: Why do people explore? What are the consequences?
Focus Question: Should Columbus be celebrated as a hero?
Thursday, October 4th, 2018
 Time to Debate! 
Reminders:
Unit Test: Weds. 10/17
Socktoberfest: bring in socks!
Focus Activity:
Turn to page 10 in your packets
Homework:
Check Portal for missing work

2. Class Debate! This will be a 2 day activity: documents and debate
Do not be upset if you do not end up on the side that you believe in- it will make you a stronger debater to be able to argue a side that you do not normally consider
Your preparation, group work, role in the debate, and completion of the debate handout will count as a QUIZ GRADE!
See me if you need help with participation in tomorrow’s debate

4. Does Christopher Columbus deserve a national holiday?

5. Exit Card
Should Columbus Day continue to be celebrated in the United States? Why or why not? Cite specific evidence from at least two documents that you examined today.