Why is the concept of race a social construct? How does race function during Spanish colonization in the Americas? How does race function during British colonization in the United States? How is race viewed similarly and differently by both groups?

1. Why is the concept of race a social construct? How does race function during Spanish colonization in the Americas? How does race function during British colonization in the United States? How is race viewed similarly and differently by both groups?

2. Why did Laura E. Gmez name the book Inventing Latinos? What is the main argument of the book? Please provide three examples to support your claim. (Intro, Ch.1, Ch. 2, and Ch. 3)

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