What is the relationship between the cacao tree being native to
Central and South America and the Maya living in Central America?
The Maya were among the first people to
use cacao seeds to make chocolate.
The Maya made a chocolate drink to cool
off in the warm climate where cacao
trees grow.
The Maya settled in Central America
because cacao trees grew there.
The Maya added chili peppers to the
chocolate drink they created.

On july 4, 1776, thomas jefferson wrote the declaration of independence. the declaration of independence can be compared to a break up letter because jefferson explained why america wanted its independence from king george iii. read pages 516-520 in your textbook to discover why america wanted to be an independent country. you will write your own break up letter from the colonies to king george iii. your letter needs to be at least 5-7 sentences, include the issues/events leading up to this breaking point, and why the founding fathers felt independence would be better. remember! this is a “breakup letter”, so channel your inner taylor swift and make it creative!