SOCIALS STUDY 5

Thousand Days War

100

What was the main reason for the Thousand Days War?

Disagreement between two political groups

200

Who won the Thousand Days War?

Conservatives

300

What happened to many families during the Thousand Days War?

They were separated

400

How long did the Thousand Days War last?

3 years

500

Why is it important to learn about the Thousand Days War?

• To understand how disagreements can lead to conflict

•Social and technological chances

100

1. Long ago, people used ______________ to send messages to each other instead of using cell phones or computers.

 letters

200

1. Technology helps people work ______________ and more easily.

 faster

300

1. The invention of the ______________ made it possible for people to travel long distances quickly.

Car

400

1. When new technology is invented, it can ______________ the way people live.

Change

500

The ______________ is a tool people use today to find information, play games, and talk to friends.

Computer

•The Banana Massacre

100

What year did the Banana Massacre happen?

1928

200

Who owned the banana plantations?

United Fruit Company

300

Why did the workers go on strike?

For better working conditions and pay

400

What did the government do during the strike?

Sent soldiers

500

How did the people of Colombia feel after the massacre?

Upset and sad

Thousand Days War

100

The Thousand Days War took place in the country of_______________________

Colombia

200

1. The two main political groups fighting in the war were the _____________ and the Conservatives.

Liberals

300

1. The Thousand Days War lasted from 1899 to _____________.

1902

400

1. Many people suffered from hunger and _____________ during the war.

Disease

500

1. After the war, Colombia had many _____________ to fix.

Challenges