Do Now Pretend these are 2 newspaper headlines

Do Now Pretend these are 2 newspaper headlines: “Search for Missing Bride Continues” “Bride Missing! Groom’s Family Blame History of Mental Illness” o How do these headlines differ? o Consider the wording and how a reader might respond to each article.

Cuba, Spain, and the Maine Cuba was colonized by Spain Cuban rebels had been fighting for independence Spain was thought to be brutal in repressing the rebellion U. S. had business interests in Cuba (SUGAR, etc. ) President Mc. Kinley sent the USS Maine to Cuba - Why? o To protect American interests? To prepare for war? To intimidate Spain? Maine explodes on Feb 15, 1898 in Havana Harbor, Cuba o To this day, no one knows really why. . . Was it a

WHO sunk the Maine? ? ? Read article excerpts from the NY Journal and Times With your partner, complete the chart questions Be prepared to share in discussion! Do you know what happened to the Maine? What evidence do you have for your answer? How significant do you think the Maine explosion was to the American people at this time? Why? Which account is more believable? How does newspapers’ portrayal of the Maine explosion change your reading of the vent?

WHO sunk the Maine? ? ? “Awake United States” This song was rushed into print soon after the sinking of the Maine. Eagle soar on high, and sound the battle cry! And how proudly sailed the warship Maine, a Nation’s pride, without a stain! A wreck she lies, her sailors slain. By two-faced butchers, paid by Spain! Eagle soar on high, And sound the battle cry Wave the starry flag! In mud it shall not drag!