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Below you will find the link for your Unit 2 Age of Exploration Portfolio. You will have an option between two (2) choices of assessment. Please ONLY CHOOSE ONE (1) to complete. When you have completed the portfolio, you will submit it to the dropbox at the end of this lesson. If you have any questions, please reach out to your World History Teacher! OPTION 1: Columbian Exchange Recipe Creation Students will research the Columbian Exchange and create a restaurant menu featuring dishes that highlight the transfer of foods, ingredients, and culinary techniques between the Old World and the New World. This project will help students understand the historical impact of the Columbian Exchange. OPTION 2: Timeline of Exploration Students will research significant events, figures, and discoveries from the Age of Exploration (15th to 17th centuries) and create a comprehensive timeline. This project will help students understand the chronological order of events, the impact of exploration on the world, and the contributions of different explorers.
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It looks like you're tasked with a choice of two different projects related to the Age of Exploration. Here’s a brief overview to help you decide:
### OPTION 1: Columbian Exchange Recipe Creation
- **Focus**: This option is centered on food and its cultural significance.
- **Activities**:
- Research various foods, ingredients, and culinary techniques that were exchanged between the Old World (Europe, Asia, Africa) and the New World (Americas).
- Create a restaurant menu featuring these dishes, including descriptions and historical context for each dish.
- You might highlight how certain ingredients transformed cuisines globally.
- **Skills Developed**: Creativity in menu design, research skills, and understanding of historical impacts on cuisine.
### OPTION 2: Timeline of Exploration
- **Focus**: This option emphasizes the historical context and chronological events.
- **Activities**:
- Research key events, important figures (like Columbus, Magellan, and others), and their discoveries from the 15th to 17th centuries.
- Create a comprehensive timeline that marks these events and includes brief explanations of their significance.
- **Skills Developed**: Organizational skills in presenting information chronologically, research skills, and a deeper understanding of historical and cultural impacts.
### Decision Considerations
- **Interest in Food/Cooking**: If you enjoy food and are interested in how different cultures influence each other through cuisine, the first option might be more enjoyable for you.
- **Interest in History/Timelines**: If you prefer a more historical and factual approach and enjoy organizing information, the second option could be a better fit.
Once you've made your choice, you can start brainstorming and planning your project. If you need any guidance or specific support for either option, feel free to ask!
### OPTION 1: Columbian Exchange Recipe Creation
- **Focus**: This option is centered on food and its cultural significance.
- **Activities**:
- Research various foods, ingredients, and culinary techniques that were exchanged between the Old World (Europe, Asia, Africa) and the New World (Americas).
- Create a restaurant menu featuring these dishes, including descriptions and historical context for each dish.
- You might highlight how certain ingredients transformed cuisines globally.
- **Skills Developed**: Creativity in menu design, research skills, and understanding of historical impacts on cuisine.
### OPTION 2: Timeline of Exploration
- **Focus**: This option emphasizes the historical context and chronological events.
- **Activities**:
- Research key events, important figures (like Columbus, Magellan, and others), and their discoveries from the 15th to 17th centuries.
- Create a comprehensive timeline that marks these events and includes brief explanations of their significance.
- **Skills Developed**: Organizational skills in presenting information chronologically, research skills, and a deeper understanding of historical and cultural impacts.
### Decision Considerations
- **Interest in Food/Cooking**: If you enjoy food and are interested in how different cultures influence each other through cuisine, the first option might be more enjoyable for you.
- **Interest in History/Timelines**: If you prefer a more historical and factual approach and enjoy organizing information, the second option could be a better fit.
Once you've made your choice, you can start brainstorming and planning your project. If you need any guidance or specific support for either option, feel free to ask!