3rd Grade Trade Passages

Examine the significant factors that contribute to the continued dominance of the US dollar in the global market. Understand the geopolitical and financial influences that reinforce the USD's position and explore potential future impacts on global economic standings.

Explore the historical figure Francisco Vásquez de Coronado and his quest for the mythical city of El Dorado. Understand the critical events and impacts of Coronado's explorations, including interactions with the Zuni people and the inadvertent European discovery of the Grand Canyon. Develop skills in historical analysis and gain an appreciation for the history of exploration.