CPWC Day 34 - Imperialism, Nationalism, Independence, & Continued Strife

Objectives: Trace the history of the Middle East from the fall of the Ottoman Empire through the 20th century.    Consider the crucial role of water in the politics and economy of the region.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download "Israel Map" from Schoology.  We'll spend the first few minutes coloring and labeling the map.  Then, we'll finish our notes on the history of the region with a discussion of the establishment of the state of Israel, nationalism, and independence in the Middle East.  Finally, we'll finish class with a review of the the contemporary issues in the region.

Homework:

• Tuesday, March 14 - Contemporary Issues sources & summaries due
• Wednesday, March 15 - Unit 3 Test