Bell Ringers
| Clip Of Q&A with Adam Hochschild

Bell Ringer: Spanish Civil War

Description

Author Adam Hochschild talked about the causes of the Spanish Civil War, Spain under the rule of Franciso Franco, and the U.S. reaction to it.

11 minutes

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • When did the Spanish Civil War occur, and why was it fought?
  • Explain the leadership of the Spanish Republic, and describe their positions on issues affecting the country.
  • Describe Spain under the rule of Franciso Franco.
  • Explain the relevance of events that were occurring in Spain and around the world, to the U.S.
  • What was President Roosevelt's position on supporting the Republic of Spain?

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Adolf Hitler
    • Benito Mussolini
    • Communism
    • Democracy
    • Fascism
    • Franciso Franco
    • Franklin Delano Roosevelt
    • Free Press
    • Military Dictatorship
    • Monarchy
    • Nationalist
    • Nazism
    • Republic
    • Socialism
    • Totalitarianism

    Topics

    World History