AMIND440 SDSU Tribes And Central/South America Discussions

1) Why might it be important to briefly consider the peoples’ history of the Valley of Mexico, Central America, and South America before discussing the first peoples of the modern-day United States based on the textbook chapter?

2) How might the history of the Olmec, Maya, Aztec, and Inca encourage us to think differently about the popular narrative/mainstream history of the US?

3) How might this week’s material connect to one of our key terms from last week’s Module 2?

4) What are your thoughts/reactions to Winona LaDuke’s TED Talk, and why might it be significant in our understanding of this week’s material?

5) What were some key points/quotes that resonated with you from this week’s textbook chapter, “Follow the Corn,” and why? Please include specific examples.

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