Learn about the dictatorship of Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier in Haiti and analyze its impact on poverty, illiteracy, and crime in the country.

Investigate how Jean-Claude Duvalier and his father, Francois "Papa Doc" Duvalier, utilized voudon (voodoo) to instill fear and maintain control over the Haitian population. How did they exploit the spiritual beliefs of the people to strengthen their authority?

Study the deities of voudon, focusing on the goddess Erzulie, and draw comparisons between her and the Catholic representations of the Virgin Mary.

Look for a Haitian cookbook or, if possible, visit a Haitian restaurant to sample some traditional Haitian dishes. How does Haitian cuisine compare to the food you typically eat?

In the 18th century, a slave rebellion in Haiti successfully ended white colonial rule. Research this revolt and compare the experiences of slaves in Haiti with those of slaves in the United States.