Determinism vs Possibilism

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsZBnHxu95w

After we watch the video get with a partner and open "The Cultural Landscape" textbook to page 37.  One of you should read the description of Environmental Determinism and the other the description of Possibilism.  Together, you should define each term and determine which category do you think Jared Diamond would agree with more and why.

What is Environmental Determinism?  Environmental Determinism is __________________________.

What is Possibilism?  Possibilism is ___________________.

We think Jared Diamond would be classified as a _________ because _______________________________.
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What do you think about Jared Diamond's determination that Geographic Luck is the primary reason that our societies have played out today.  Work to fill out the chart and develop a thesis and suporting arguments.  When you are finished staple to the rest of your packet and hand it in.

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Did you like the writing exercise?  Why or why not?  I _________ to write because _____________.

Do you think that Diamond is correct in his analysis?  Why or why not?  I thought Diamond _______ correct because _________.

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