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'European Exploration, Conquest, and Trade Lesson Plan'European Exploration, Conquest, and Trade Lesson Plan
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Fifth graders examine the motives, progress and results of the European exploration and conquest of Asia, Africa and the West Indies from the 15th to the 17th centuries. They use maps to trace spice routes and research the role of spices during this era.

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Grade
5th
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Social Studies & History
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Duration
4 days

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