1. Columbus Objective: Examine information from more than one perspective

2. Define Bias: 4 Bias: prejudice in favor of or against a person, group, or idea, usually in a way considered to be unfair 4 A one-sided point of view, which does not take all the facts into account

3. Questions on Columbus (Write: Answer the questions with 2-3 sentences each.) 4 1. List 3 contrasts between the textbook & the People’s History excerpt. 4 2. Why do you think each of the sources covered Columbus differently? 4 3. Did our textbook do a good job of discussing his treatment of Native Americans? Why or why not? 4 4. What information should textbooks include or exclude about Columbus? 4 5. Which source had the most balanced coverage of Columbus? (the children’s book, the Brain Pop, our textbook, or the People’s History excerpt) 4 6. Should we celebrate Columbus Day as a national holiday? Why or why not?