Dreaming in Cuban

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ELA

Unit 5

11th Grade

Lesson 1 of 31

Objective


Explain the relationship between Cuba and the United States and the contributing factors to the rivalry between the two countries.

Become familiar with key terms and phrases from the unit. 

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Target Task


Question 1

Which of the following best explains the cause of antagonism between the United States and Cuba?

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Which of the following quotes best supports the answer to question 1?

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Key Questions


  • What made Cuba unique in 1989?
  • Why was Castro an “unlikely” person to lead the revolution?
  • How did Castro “change his course” in paragraph 3?
  • What was the US response to Castro’s decisions?
  • Annotate for the different tactics the United States used to combat Castro. What was the result of each?
  • What is an “embargo”?
  • What was the outcome of the Cuban Missile Crisis?
  • How have Cuban–US relations recently changed?

Notes


  • Consider having students create a glossary or resource after this article to refer to the historical references throughout the unit. 
  • Begin today by introducing the following historical terms: Cold War, Soviet Union, Communism, Bay of Pigs, Cuban Missile Crisis.
  • Make sure students know that Castro and “El Lider” are the same person.
  • Post map of Cuba in classroom.

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Explain Celia’s role in the family and her opinion of the United States.

Describe the importance of the setting.

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