Castro Virtual Stations

Castro Virtual Stations

By Jordan Batchelder

​Task 1: Description

Look at the following pictures of Castro. These were in your notes from yesterday. You will be answering some questions in the next few slides.

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Task 1

Open Ended

Describe what you saw in those photos. Write 3 characteristics of what he looks like (his appearance). Next, write 4 adjectives that describe his personality.

​Task 2: Comparison

To whom or what is Fidel Castro alike and/or different? Who or what does he remind you of?​

Task 2:

Open Ended

Castro is like ____________ because he...

Open Ended

Castro is the opposite of _________________ because he...

Task 3: Association

​Task 3:

What does Fidel Castro make you think of? Who does he remind you of? Think of different places, things, people, etc.

Open Ended

Tell 3 things that Fidel Castro makes you think of. Remember to explain WHY he reminds you of each of them. (Think of different places, things, people, etc.)

​Task 4: Analysis

Open Ended

Why did Castro do what he did? (Think WHY! If you don't know, make an educated guess...)

​Task 5

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Imagine that you discover the Castro’s trash can sitting out on the curb. You are very nosy and cannot help but take a little peek inside. What kinds of things do you find in his trash?

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On the next slide, you will describe the items, as well as tell why they connect to Castro and the Cuban Revolution. ​

Open Ended

What kinds of things do you find in his trash? Also, explain the significance of the items. How do they connect to Castro and the Cuban Revolution? Give at least 3 examples.

​Task 6: Argument

Open Ended

Take a stand! Be sure to give factual reasons for your opinion.

Do you like Fidel Castro or dislike him? WHY?

Open Ended

Take a stand! Be sure to give factual reasons for your opinion.

Do you agree that with what he has done with Cuba? WHY?

Castro Storyboard (think like a Comic Strip)​

Create an 6-panel storyboard that outlines what we’ve learned about Cuba, Castro, and the Cuban Revolution. You will need a colorful illustration and caption for each square. Look over your notes to determine what important information you need for each square. Make sure to pick up a template. This is to be done paper/pencil style.​