Spanish & Portuguese Colonization similarities and differences
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Watch out and ponder about the rpivileges you have in your life.-
1.Make a list of 10 things you know about Spain and Portuguese. 2.Later we are going to have a Trivia Contest.
Similarities
- Both initiated maritime explorations leading to expansive colonial empires.
- Enforced labor systems exploiting Indigenous and African populations.
- Aimed at spreading Christianity as part of their colonization.
- Established a trade of precious metals and goods, influencing global trade networks.
Differences
- Spain focused more on land conquest in the Americas, whereas Portugal established coastal trade outposts before expanding inland in Brazil.
- The Spanish crown maintained tighter control over colonial governance, while Portuguese colonies enjoyed more autonomy initially.
- The economic focus varied: Spain capitalized on American silver, while Portugal relied on the sugar economy in Brazil and spice trade in Asia.
PREPARE YOURSELF
- “Conquistador vs. Explorer”
- Objective: Explore the motivations and impacts of Spanish and Portuguese figures.
- Instructions: Divide into two groups representing Spanish conquistadors and Portuguese explorers. Each group argues their assigned figure’s role in shaping the modern world, discussing ethical considerations and historical impacts.
- Outcome: A class vote on which group presented a more compelling argument, encouraging critical thinking and understanding of historical perspectives.
Project time!
- Work in groups of three then choose a specific aspect of colonial legacy (language, cuisine, customs, economic practices) in a former Spanish or Portuguese colony and discuss about it in the podcast.
