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Arab Spring

Arab Spring. Unit 5 Ms. Hunt RMS IB Middle School 2013-2014. “The Tragic Life of a Street Vendor”. After reading the article discuss with your team the following questions … (Article is only available in class!) What do you think Tunisia was like before the revolution?

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Arab Spring

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  1. Arab Spring Unit 5 Ms. Hunt RMS IB Middle School 2013-2014

  2. “The Tragic Life of a Street Vendor” • After reading the article discuss with your team the following questions… (Article is only available in class!) • What do you think Tunisia was like before the revolution? • Do you think it would be fair to call the President of Tunisia and the military/ police officers “bullies”? • Do you think Bouazizi is a martyr?

  3. Egyptian Revolution • Territory of Great Britain during Imperialist Era • President Mubarak- ruled Egypt for 30 years • Resigned Feb. 11th, 2011 • Country was governed by the military throughout his reign • Revolution • 18 days of protest • High poverty rate • Low literacy of population • High unemployment

  4. Libyan Revolution • 1969- overthrow of the monarchy • Led by Colonel Muammar Gaddafi, in power for 40 years • Dictatorship- only 1 political party allowed • August 2011- Gaddafi fled Tripoli • Captured in October and killed • Revolution • National Transitional Council- revolution leaders and current government of Liyba • Most people live in overcrowded cities • 1 in 5 people are farmers, but only 1% of the land is farmable • Government very controlling- little freedom

  5. Algerian Revolution • President of Algeria- AbdelazizBouteflika • Pressured to change the Constitution and limit Presidential power • Issues with the government and the people had been brewing for over 19 years • Revolution • Triggered by high food prices, starvation • Small population (elite) controlled the government • Riots and protests occurred throughout the country • In February, Bouteflika promised changes and freedom of the press.

  6. Tunisia • President of Tunisia- Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali, ruled Tunisia for over 25 years and forced from power • Revolution • Protestor’s suicide (angry with the governments neglect for human welfare) • Over 300 citizens died during the revolution • Revolution goals- to end poverty, unfair treatment of citizens, gain human rights and political power for the people • Musical influence- El General • President and wife sentenced to 35 years in jail

  7. Arab Spring Political Cartoons • In your groups, review the assigned political cartoons. • In your table teams, discuss the assigned political cartoon. After having a class discussion complete a 2 sentence Stop and Jot! On the cartoon. • Chained Middle East • Theocracy or Democracy • Facebook Gun • Social Media vs. Violence

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  12. North Korean “Spring”? • Step 1- Read the article. (Only available in class!) • Step 2- Discuss the following questions with your table mates • Do you see any similarities and differences between the dictators of Arab Spring and North Korea? • How is technology being used to undermine the government? • Why do you think some North Korean defectors “miss” this home? • How are North Koreans today on a possible pathway to a “Spring”? • Step 3- Complete a 3 – 5 sentence reflection of your thoughts and feelings regarding the novel behind your guided notes!

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