Franco+Webquest

You are about to embark on a technological, literary, and historical knowledge-gathering journey regarding the magnificent country of Spain, and its one-time fascist dictator, Generalissimo Francisco Franco. As you navigate around the internet, your brain will become filled with interesting information and you will begin to understand this amazing country and the dictator who reigned for four decades. 1. [] Read this brief history of Franco and his rise to power in Spain and answer: 1. What did Franco become at the young age of 22? What happened to Franco that following year? 2. During the Spanish Civil War, what did Franco take part in with other “right-wing” officers? 3. After the Axis was defeated after World War II, what nickname was Franco given by the United Nations? 4. As we look at Spain today over 30 years after Franco’s rule ended, what has Spain experienced in government? Also, has it changed in a positive or negative way? Explain how. 2. [] After reading and reflecting upon these quotes, answer the following: 1. Respond to Franco’s quote. What do you think of this idea? 2. How does it compare to Hemingway’s quote?
 * Francisco Franco Webquest **

3. []  Watch and listen to Franco’s victory speech after the civil war and answer the following: Franco states: “A totalitarian state will reign in Spain.” 1. What is a totalitarian state from what we have already learned? (This is a great time to refer to your Powerpoint notes & textbook p.539 as a resource.) 4.  [] (** STOP watching at 5:50 minutes) ** 1. What were the archaeologists digging for? What is unclear in Spanish history? 2. In Malaga, where were the many people “accused” brought? What happened to them? 3. Who ordered the building of the monument in “The Valley of the fallen?” What was the reason it was built for? *Hint: He is buried there. **Finish watching at 5:50 minutes to answer questions #1-3.**

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[] After reading this article about Guernica, answer the following: 1. In your opinion, who takes part and is responsible for this attack? (Think about all those who may have been involved.) 2. Do you feel that it was a just attack or not? Explain why. 4. Do you believe the attackers achieved the objectives of their mission? What does say in the article?