AP World History Project 2 Task 3

Open Ended

Based on the first paragraph, identify ONE argument made in the "classic narrative" of the Columbian Encounter.

Presentations

Directions:
As the groups present or you read the speeches, record the following:
Empire Name:
External or Internal:
Goal:
Method:
Results:

Presentations

China
Mughal
Portugal

Read in Canvas

Spain
British
Russia
Ottoman

Day 2

Open Ended

Provide the historical context for the excerpt.

Open Ended

Provide the purpose for the excerpt.

What to do:

Step 2: Write and Present

Write out your speech, manifesto, or diss track in a Google doc

Upload your Google Doc

We will read each empire's speech and discuss the results of each resistance movement

Day 1

Open Ended

Provide the historical context for the excerpt.

Open Ended

Provide the purpose for the excerpt.

Poll

How much power to create change do you feel like you have?

• 1

  (none at all)

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

  (all the power)

Open Ended

Why would a lack of power bother you?

Driving Question: In what ways did groups challenge the rights of your empire to gain and maintain their power?

Overview

You will become a resistor, representing a local or enslaved resistance movement from 1450–1750. Using the same empire groups from Tasks 1–2, research your assigned movement (for example: Pueblo Revolt, Fronde, Cossack revolts, Maratha resistance to the Mughals, Ana Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba, Metacom’s War, Maroon societies in the Caribbean/Brazil, or resistance of enslaved persons in North America). Shift perspective: do not write as empire leaders—write as the people or leaders who resist state expansion and centralization.

Task (Create a manifesto, speech, or diss track)

Paragraph 1 — Context and Grievances: Explain the historical context from the point of view of the resisting group. Describe who you are (internal/external group, class, territory, religious or political identity, or enslaved community), what changes brought by the empire threaten your rights or way of life, and give at least two specific examples of mistreatment or policies that justify resistance. Be concise but specific so listeners understand why the group challenges state legitimacy.

Task (Create a manifesto, speech, or diss track)

Paragraph 2 — Demands and Plan of Action: State clearly what your group wants (e.g., autonomy, restoration of rights, end to certain taxes or labor demands, religious freedom, abolition of certain practices, or independent statehood). Outline a realistic plan or steps your group will take to achieve these demands (negotiation, revolt, forming alliances, establishing Maroon communities, targeted protests, or other strategies). End with a persuasive declaration that challenges the state’s right to rule and calls others to support your cause.

What to do:

Step 1: Research

Review your Topic 4.6 Notes

Read the Amsco Text on Topic 4.6

Read the Resources on your Empire's page

Complete and submit the Research Questions (you can work together, but each member must submit their own response)

What to do:

Step 2: Write and Present

Write out your speech, manifesto, or diss track in a Google doc

Upload your Google Doc

We will read each empire's speech and discuss the results of each resistance movement