CHM4E1 Piracy and Exploration Character Assignment
Overview:
Your task is to select a character from the history of Piracy and Exploration. You will then complete a variety of tasks to communicate your understanding based on this character. For your assignment please refer to Unit 6 – Piracy All students must complete Mandatory Tasks 1 and 2. Choose ONE of the Selection Tasks.
Due: All tasks are due together Thursday, Dec. 1.
Mandatory Tasks:
1) Create a One-Page Biography
- answers the basic questions: who, what, where, why, when, how
- must include a picture featuring your character
- must be well laid-out, using space well, with proper formatting
- extras: more visuals, little known facts, icons, symbols, flags, colour, other languages etc. (Be creative!)
2) Write a Paragraph
- your paragraph should describe your character’s legacy, their importance, and their accomplishments (why do we study them?)
- must have proper sentence structure, spelling and grammar
- must include a topic sentence, a body, and a concluding sentence
- try to pack lots of details, examples, facts, and evidence into your paragraph
Selection Tasks
A) Compose a Diary Entry / Letter
- compose a series of diary entries or write a letter to someone that describe a significant event in your character’s life
- must have proper sentence structure, spelling and grammar
- must feature at least a ½ page to a page of writing
B) Construct a Timeline
- construct a timeline featuring your character
- include significant events, dates, images, drawings, other visuals that tell your character’s story
- must be well laid-out, using space well, with proper formatting
C) Create an Artifact or Piece of Art
- create an artifact or piece of art that helps communicate your understanding of your character’s life
- must directly relate to your character
- include a brief description explaining the meaning or significance behind your artifact or artwork
- e.g. painting or sketch featuring Columbus’ ship Santa Maria
