PPT-Comparing the governments of Brazil, Mexico, and Cuba

SS6CG2 The student will explain the structures of national governments in Latin America and the Caribbean WarmUp 2816 What kind of government does Brazil have What kind of government does Cuba have. Background Info…. Cuba gained its independence from Spain in 1898.. In the 1900s, Cuba’s wealth was controlled by American companies.. The main businesses in Cuba were sugar and mining companies.. Revolution. The. Where is Cuba?. Cuba in the 1900s. Cuba gained its independence from Spain in 1898.. In the 1900s, Cuba’s wealth was controlled by American companies.. T. he main businesses in Cuba were sugar and mining companies.. The Effects and Results. Cierra K. Martin. IB 20. th. Cent. History. Due 4/9/2012. The Cold War approximately ranged from 1945-1991.. A period of East-West competition, tension and conflict short of full-scale war, characterized by mutual perceptions of hostility between military-political alliances or blocs.. Overview. Agriculture is twice as reliant on exports as the overall U.S. economy, and since the early 1970s, exports have accounted for 30 percent of total farm receipts in most years. . U.S. agricultural exports are forecast to reach a record of $137 billion in 2011.. By: Natalie . Seaner. Fidel Castro Breaks Ties With US & Sides With Soviet Union. The United States first befriended Cuba, when it appeared that Cuba was going to be democratic.. In just a few months Castro captured political opponents and sent hundreds of people to jail, much like the Soviet Union.. Pre-Columbus. Three distinct tribes: . Taino. /. Guanajatabey. and the . Ciboney. people. . The name ‘Cuba’ comes from the native . Taino. language. Derives from either . coabana. . meaning ‘great place’ or . Viva Cuba. , you will meet. two main characters, . Jorgito. and . Mal. ú. , who live in Havana, Cuba.. What are. some things you already know about Cuba?. Let’s learn more!. Cuba is the largest country in the Caribbean. 1492. Columbus lands on Cuba, October 28.. Arawaks. (. Taino. ) “Indians”. For years they were said to be extinct, but some still live throughout the Caribbean and on the East Coast of the US. . SS6H3 The student will analyze important 20th century issues in Latin America and the Caribbean. . a. Explain the impact of the Cuban Revolution. . Teachers. Print off the following page for each student. They should complete the . do . location. , . climate. , and natural . resources. . affect. . people. in . Latin. . America. ?. SS6G3a. Compare . how. . the. . location. , . climate. , and natural . resources. of . Mexico. Rubén González . Pontón. Sociedad . Cubana. de . Geología. 2016 Geological . Society. of . America. . Annual. Meeting . Denver, Colorado. . United. . States. of . America. 24 – 28 . September. Latin American Governments Brazil, Mexico, & Cuba Standards SS6CG1 The student will compare and contrast various forms of government. a. Describe the ways government systems distribute power: unitary, confederation, and federal. REQUIREMENTS. Adventurous!. Eager to explore and try new things!. Desire to Speak Spanish!. Ready to meet new people!. Problem solver!. Good attitude!. 3.0 GPA (flexible). Good standing at UA.. Valid passport. . INTRODUCTION The recorded history of Cuba began on October 28, 1492, when Christopher Columbus sighted the island during his first voyage of discovery and claimed it for Spain. Since its ( e