Guns, Germs, and Steel

choose a plant or animal:

• How did this plant/animal come to the U.S.?
• How has this plant/animal had a positive impact on the U.S.?
• What special conditions does this plant/animal require in order to thrive?
• How did having this plant/animal help us gain wealth and power in the world?
• What would/did happen if this plant/animal was no longer a resource ot the U.S.?
• I what way have scientists used genetic engineering to change this plant/animal?
• What role does the latitude and shape of the North American continent play in the success of cultivation this plant/animal?
• Describe the growing/life cycle of this plant/animal and explain why our geography is important in this process.
• In what ways did the cultivation of this plant/animal contribute to U.S. expansion and success as a world power? give examples.
• Other interesting facts you learned about your plant/animal?