Question

follow these instructions; you will be graded on how well you follow them. 1. you must write clearly and ensure the paper is clean. 2. make sure you write your first and last name, and your period number in the top right - corner of the document. 3. use a pen. 4. copy the questions and answer them. 5. when you finish, return this paper and your lined paper to the teacher. a. many locations in florida, like boca raton, have spanish names. use the map at the back of this paper to locate and record five places with spanish names. b. research five examples of hispanic heritage in florida. consider foods, music, sports, etc. c. who was ponce de león? d. what is la fuente de la eterna juventud (the fountain of eternal youth)? e. who was álvar núñez cabeza de vaca?

Explanation:

a. Locate and record using the provided map.
b. Research Hispanic - related aspects in Florida.
c. Research the historical figure Ponce de León.
d. Research about the Fountain of Eternal Youth.
e. Research the historical figure Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca.

Answer:

a. (Student needs to use the map to find and record five places with Spanish names.)
b. (Student needs to research and list five examples of Hispanic heritage in Florida such as specific foods like empanadas, music like salsa, sports - related contributions etc.)
c. Ponce de León was a Spanish explorer who is known for leading the first European expedition to Florida.
d. La Fuente de la Eterna Juventud is a legendary spring that was believed to confer eternal youth. In Florida, it is associated with the exploration by Ponce de León.
e. Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca was a Spanish explorer, soldier, and writer who had a long and arduous journey in the Americas and wrote about his experiences.