Test Preparation: Indo-Mediterranean Empires

Prepare review materials for the test.  Use the review list provided.

Complete Notes: Roman Legacy and Roman Leaders

Use the resources posted on Google Classroom to complete this assignment.
See me if you need print resources.

Rise of Rome Essay

Compose an article for the esteemed Windsor Historical Journal to describe the the qualities of the Rome in the period from the early Republic to the  Roman Empire.

*Introduce the topic by

a. stating the importance of Rome in world history.  (Refer to class notes & text notes.)

b. identifying three qualities that will be the focus of the essay (CHESS or Qualities of Empire)

           c. including a thesis statement in response to the prompt. (HInt: turn the prompt into a

question and answer the question including three or more qualities or achievements that define Rome from Republic to Empire (500’s BC to 400’s AD).

Organize the remainder of your essay into two or more additional paragraphs.  

Remember these requirements for excellence in writing:

1. Use at least six sources.  When you use information from a source, even if it is paraphrased cite the source parenthetically by source letter or abbreviated title.

example:  (Roads, Source F)

2. Paragaphs should include a topic sentence and be focused on a single topic.  The topic sentence need not be the first sentence, but it must be readily identifiable by the reader and should support the essay thesis.

This essay must be typed.

Double spaced.

Times New Roman or Ariel 11 point font.

1” margins

Name, date, class in right corner

Title centered and below name & class information

Rise of Rome II

Complete notes on all sources provided on Google classroom.

Rise of Rome: Source Interpretation Part I

Complete notes for sources A-E.

Use Google Classroom. This means that you should make time in the library or public library or at home. (:

Interpret and analyse each source by creating notes for each source.

Write the title and author of the source (if there is an author).

1. Identify the main idea of the source.
2. List four important facts/observations.
3. Beside each fact/observation list the relevant chess category/ies.
4. Analyze: Explain reasons for this quality or development.  This may be done in one sentence. You may wish to refer to your textbook or text notes as well as the source.

Rome: Republic to Empire

Watch the first 7 minutes of the History Guy's summary of more than 600 years of Roman history.
Read pages 164-178 of your textbook (chapter 6: Rome and the Barbarians).

a. Turn each heading & subheading into a question.

b. Rapidly read each page or section.

c. Rapidly read a second time.

d. Write notes in bullet or phrase form to answer the question.

Melian Dialogue

1. Great work in reading and discussing the Melian Dialogue in class.  Read it again!
2. Watch it performed.
3. Use the question guide provided to critically consider the positions of the Melians and Athenians as you complete four questions from those provided.

Athenian War and Athenian Values

Complete the assignment "Delian League" distributed in class.

If you have not done so, view these sections of the video; The Greeks: Crucible of Empire
Battle of Marathon: 54 min.
the Athenian's weapon: the trireme ship:  from 106 minutes
Battle of Salamis: 118 min.

Greek Arts: Pottery

Complete the assignment describing and evaluating Athenian pottery.  This is a fantastic opportunity to better understand the development of artistic ideals in Athens and attitudes that governed the Athenian empire.

Indo-Mediterranean Empires: Comparative Essay.

Complete the essay started in class.
A Day: Due Wednesday, November 19th.   B Day, Due Thursday, November 20th

Indo-Mediterranean Empires

1. Create a set of CHESS notes to compare three empires of the Indo-Mediterranean region.  You must include the Athenian and Persian empires and one more of your choice.

2. Create a parallel  timeline of four empires.  You must include the Mauryan, Athenian, Persian and one of your choice.

3. Create a map of one of the empires.

See the assignment page distributed in class for more details.

The Work of a Historian: Cyrus and the Jews

1. Read "Judaism", chapter 10, pages 307-312 and 317-320.  This section relates to the work on the Cyrus cylinder we did in class.
2. Summarize the core beliefs of the Jewish people as described on pages 307-312.
3. Define the concept of diaspora and the Diaspora described by the text, 317-320, and the Cyrus cylinder.

How to Rule as a Greek

1. Bring your textbook next lesson!
2. Compete the reading from Thomas Cahill Sailing the Wine Dark Sea, pages 114-119.
3. Complete the assignment: "How to Rule".

A Day: Due 11/12                 B Day: Due 11/17

Persians and Greeks

1. Create notes to describe the ancient Persians and Greeks using pages 134-151!
2. Bring your textbook to class next lesson.
3. Organize your notebook!  Expect a notebook check next week!

Americas: Unit Test Preparation

Prepare for a unit test on civilizations of the early Americas!
1. Locate all features and civilizations from our class maps.

2. Define and describe achievements, political qualities, religion, and cultural qualities of each large-scale civilization we have studied: Olmec, Maya, Mississippian (Cahokia), Anasazi.  Be able to identify the major achievements of the Inca and Aztec.

Cahokia Video Link

B Day Test on Thursday  A Day Test on Friday

Mayan Achievements and Test Preparation

1. Study maps, visuals and the Mayan achievements evidence for a quiz next lesson.
2. Complete the Mayan Achievements evidence packet.
3. Compose an essay in response to the question: "What was the most remarkable Mayan achievement?"

Suggested format
Paragraph 1
-- Define "remarkable".
-- Identify 4 or more Mayan achievements.
-- Identify which achievement is most remarkable.
-- Identify three or more reasons for this achievement being remarkable.

Paragraph 2:
Describe in detail the most remarkable achievement AND how it relates to the other three achievements.  Use evidence from the materials provided.

Paragraph 3:
Elaborate on the most important achievement.  Why is it indeed remarkable.  Add additional details.

Americas Map

Complete the maps (pages 3 and 4) and the analysis pages (pages 8, 9 10) of the Americas map packet.  All of this can be done at home using the textbook maps or other online maps; the atlas is not required for these pages!  Due Thursday (B Day)  or Friday(A Day) 10/29 or 10/30.

Video links from today's lesson:  Anasazi  Cahokia

Olmec Heads Essay

Complete the essay started in class concerning the Olmec colossal heads: Who do the Olmec colossal heads represent? 

If you wish to submit this assignment on Google Classroom you may do so!  Otherwise have it ready for class on Monday or Tuesday, 10/27 or 10/28

Essay Assessment Guide

Olmec Evidence and Cultures of the Americas

1. Revise essay: Art as an Expression of Royal Authority or Power
A Day: Due Thursday 10/23  B Day: Due Friday 10/24
Deadline for both classes is Friday 10/31

2. Complete the single paragraph concerning the Olmec Heads as assigned in class.

3. Read the textbook, pages 97-111 (The Ancient Americas) and create notes for 10/28 (B Day) or 10/27 (A Day)

Americas: Maps, Evidence and Royal Power Essay Revision

1. Study all Americas maps for a quiz next lesson!  Be sure to complete all pages of the map assignment!
2. Complete notes and sketch of Olmec region and Tuxla Mountains.
3. Revise essay: Art as an Expression of Royal Authority or Power
A Day: Due Thursday 10/23  B Day: Due Friday 10/24
Deadline for both classes is Friday 10/31

I will plan to be available after school on Monday and Wednesday to assist you with revisions!

Americas: Context Clues

1. Complete pages 8-10.
2. Study the maps for a quiz next lesson!

Ancient Flavors

Complete the reading provided in class and respond thoughtfully to the questions provided.!

New Flavors from the Oldest Recipes.  See the article linked here for marvelous color images!

Early Civilization Quiz Preparation

Study for a test/quiz on Early Civilizations

a. Guns, Germs, Steel notes
b. art as expression of royal power in Egypt and Mesopotamia
c. notes from chapter 2 and 3: early civilizations
         * qualities of civilizations
         * examples of civilization qualities from each civilization
        *documents: Code of Hammurabi, Popul Vuh, Negative Confession

Art as an Expression of Royal Authority

Complete the essay using the rubric provided in class and your notes from classwork and homework focused on art in Mesopotamia and Egypt.

Egyptian Art

Analyze and interpret two examples of Egyptian art using notes created in class,
Papyrus from the Book of the Dead of Ani and
Papyrus from Book of the Dead of Hunefer

Demonstrate your analysis by:
a. creating notes on the images provided and

b.composing a three sentence summary for each image.  Use key words from our notes about Egyptian techniques and symbols.

Ancient Codes: Document Delve 2

Interpret and compare The Code of Hammurabi, the Popul Vuh, and the "Negative Confession".

Art as Expression of Royal Authority

Please complete analysis of examples of Royal Art!

Shang Evidence

Complete evaluation and interpretation of evidence for the Shang dynasty: oracle bones and archaeological evidence.

Cities and Civilizations: Chapter 3

Please read and make note on chapter 3: Cities and Civilizations.
Use the rapid reading technique modeled in class!
Due next Tuesday, September 23rd

Early Villages and Cities Chapter 2 Note-Making

1. Cover your textbook!

2. Bring your text to class next lesson please.

3. Read and make notes for chapter 2.  Use the technique modeled in class.

Reminder:  The Guns. Germs,  and Steel project is due this week!

Guns, Germs Steel Web Assignment and Project

1. Complete notes assignment from the Guns, Germs, and Steel site.

2. Complete the mini-project: Guns, Germs, Steel (page 4 of the assignment above)

We watched the Guns, Germs, and Steel video, episode 1.  Note especially the list of animals that have been successfully domesticated as farm animals and where these are located and the map illustrations showing where civilizations developed.

Project and Notes Due Date: 9/18 (A Day) 9/19 (B Day)

Time

Complete reading of the journal article, "The Measurement of Time".

For each page choose two sentences that best summarize the contents of the page.

Rewrite these sentences.

Inequality

Reflect on what we have learned from Jared Diamond as you complete this assignment.

1. Using any news source describe and evaluate one example of inequality in our world today.

a. Identify the source.

b. Describe the inequality in a paragraph of 3-5 sentences.

c. Evaluate. What are the reasons for inequality and which of these reasons are most important?  Compose a one paragraph response of 3-5 sentences.

These paragraphs are intended to be short but full of evidence!

Try these sources:

BBC

Times of India

Chosun Ibo

Kennewick Man

1. Complete the reading of the article about the Kennewick Man.

2. Copy the five most important sentences from the article.  Be sure to select carefully using the entirety of the article.

3. Share this article with an adult and get their signature or name.
4. Answer this question in 3-5 sentences with evidence from the reading:
How does the case of the Kennewick Man illustrate the need for intellectual humility?

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Human Origins

Please complete reading and annotating of the texts discussed in class.
Please complete the written assignment.

Enjoy this opportunity to furnish your mind!

Worldview

1. Share the syllabus and class expectations information with parents/or guardians and return the last page with their response and signature.
2. Identify one description for each of the four domains of the worldview chart.
3. For each of the four beliefs describe one behavior that reveals your belief.

A Day: Due Tuesday, September 2nd
B Day: Due Wednesday, September 3rd

CHESS Categories

Create a diagram of CHESS qualities from your own life.
Powerpoint from class
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vzFS26aD-vRzlBFJKJEw0MU2IjXAkyfYhuLjBN3jqmI/edit?usp=sharing

ADay: Due Thursday 8/28
BDay Due Friday 8/29