Hispanic Heritage Month Social Studies: Emiliano Zapata Passage

Bring history to life with this engaging Emiliano Zapata Reading Comprehension Passage! Perfect for Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15), this resource introduces students to the legendary Mexican revolutionary hero who fought for farmers' rights. Through vivid storytelling and accessible text, young learners will discover how Zapata's famous slogan "Tierra y Libertad" (Land and Liberty) changed history.

Objective
This activity helps students:
✔ Build reading comprehension through historical biography
✔ Understand Zapata's role in the Mexican Revolution
✔ Analyze the concept of social justice
✔ Practice identifying character traits in historical figures
✔ Learn Spanish vocabulary (revolución, campesino, reforma)

Order

1. Read: Students explore the illustrated passage

2. Respond: Complete thought-provoking activities:

   • Multiple choice (historical facts)

   • Short answer (critical thinking)

   • True/False

More Details:

• Format: PDF file

• size: 11*8.5 Inches

• Number Of Pages: 8 pages

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