Triangular Trade and the Middle Passage Web Research Activity
Students, Please read and follow the directions for each step as listed below.
In this activity you will read information and view a video clip about the system of Triangular Trade and the experience of the Middle Passage.
STEP ONE: Click on the link below and read the information that appears on the page. When you have finished, please return to this page for the next step. If the link does not work , copy and paste the URL into a new browser page. http://www.nmm.ac.uk/freedom/viewTheme.cfm/theme/triangular
STEP TWO: On your computer please open the "Paint" program (from "Start" menu, go to "Programs," then "Accessories," then "Paint"). Then cut and paste the follow map into the "Paint" program. Follow the directions that are indicated on the map, and print your map when you are finished. Then, return to this page for the next step. You may use PowerPoint onstend of Paint if you prefer.
STEP THREE: Ask your teacher for the video worksheet entitled "Experience of the Middle Passage." You will need to complete this worksheet while (or after) you watch the video clip below. Be sure to give complete answers, because you will need to refer to this information for a writing assignment later on. Once you have the worksheet, click on the link below and begin watching the video. There is sound, so be sure to have your headphones on.
STEP FOUR: Congratulations! You are almost done with the Chapter 17 activities on the Triangular Trade and the Middle Passage! You have completed the web-based activities for this topic and will be working on the final assignment when you return to the classroom. When you return to the classroom please ask your teacher for the assignment titled "Grandma Mae's Journey" and follow the directions to complete it. Remember to hold onto the video worksheet that you completed ("Experience of the Middle Passage"), as you will need to refer to it later.
I hope you learned a lot today about Triangular Trade and the Middle Passage, and that you enjoyed the learning experience!