1. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World
Section 1: Struggle in Latin America
Witness History Audio: Fighting for an Ideal
The Mexican Revolution
Pofirio Díaz ruled Mexico for 35 years, until he was faced with rebellion. People wanted democracy, rather than dictatorship. Peasants wanted higher wages, and the elite wanted to strip power from foreign companies.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “How does Ferreira describe his experience fighting in Mexico’s Revolution?” (He is glad that he fought with Zapata and others to realize an ideal.)
When showing Color Transparency 162, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide discussion.
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2. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World
Section 1: Struggle in Latin America
Revolution Leads to Change
The Constitution of 1917 allowed the breakup of large estates, restricted foreign ownership of land, and gave the government control of natural resources. Workers got a minimum wage and the right to strike. Women gained legal and property rights, as well as equal pay for equal work. The political party PRI was organized in 1929 and held power until In the 1930s, Mexico pursued real social and economic reforms and in 1938 nationalized its oil resources.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “How does Ferreira describe his experience fighting in Mexico’s Revolution?” (He is glad that he fought with Zapata and others to realize an ideal.)
When showing Color Transparency 162, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide discussion.
Note Taking Transparency 161A
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3. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World
Section 1: Struggle in Latin America
Nationalism at Work in Latin America
The Great Depression moved many Latin American countries to support economic nationalism. Some nations took over foreign-owned assets. Authoritarian governments began to rise. Latin American writers also moved away from foreign influences and began to focus on their own cultures.
Color Transparency 162: Coffee Plantation, by Candid Portinaro
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “How does Ferreira describe his experience fighting in Mexico’s Revolution?” (He is glad that he fought with Zapata and others to realize an ideal.)
When showing Color Transparency 162, use the lesson suggested in the transparency book to guide discussion.
Note Taking Transparency 161B
QuickTake Section Quiz
Progress Monitoring Transparency
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4. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World: Section 1
Note Taking Transparency 161A
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5. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World: Section 1
Color Transparency 162: Coffee Plantation, by Candido Portinari
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6. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World: Section 1
Note Taking Transparency 161B
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7. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World: Section 1
Progress Monitoring Transparency (1 of 2)
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8. Nationalism and Revolution Around the World: Section 1
Progress Monitoring Transparency (2 of 2)
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