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Artifact 3a-Egypt Webquest
Artifact 3a-Egypt Webquest
2. Rank the items below, be prepared to share these with the class.
(Number them 1-8 with 1 being the most important to you and 8 being the least)
lack of democracy rising food prices corrupt leaders unemployment country going to war racism lack of religious freedom rising taxes 3. Why did you choose to rank the items in this order? Please explain.
---IntermissionTime for a quick video clip and discussion--Why is it important for students to learn about what is happening in Egypt? 1.
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---Please log onto the following websites and answer the corresponding questions--Egyptians Demand Change http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=3755645 (You can also Google Egyptians demand change scholastic) 1. When did the protests start?__________ 2. Why are the citizens of Egypt protesting against President Mubarak?
4. What are the protestors demanding? Do you agree with them? Why or why not?
6. Take a moment to click on the Special Report link at the bottom of the page to read more information on the history of Egypt and where Egypt is now.
Cairos Fiery Protest Signs http://www.life.com/image/first/in-gallery/55081/cairos-fiery-protest-signs#index/0 (You can also go on Life.com and search for Cairo Protest Signs 1. Review the slides of the protest signs. Which 3 images stand out the most to you? Describe the picture and why they stand out in your mind.
2. Have you ever seen these types of propaganda posters used before? Explain.
Please find an article of your choice on the Crisis in Egypt and complete the following.