Period 1 Class Page

Agenda

1. Collect any last textbooks
2. Final Exam (100 pts) - Multiple Choice

Homework

1. Good luck with the rest of your finals and have a nice summer!

Agenda

1. Groups create questions for Millionaire and Jeopardy game boards for final review. Groups must complete the questions for both game boards and save their work to the network H: drive by the end of the class to receive credit for the assignment.
2. Collect any last textbooks
3. Last chance to complete make-up work for 4th quarter and do Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections AFTER SCHOOL TODAY 6/10!

Homework

1. Study for World I Final Exam on MON 6/14. Use SOL REVIEW TOOLS as a resource. Need an SOL Packet? See me.
2. TEXTBOOK RETURN: Last chance Fri 6/11! (see announcements for details)

Agenda

1. Groups present Movie Posters & Previews (50 pts)
2. Complete Peer Evaluations on Your Group (counts 10 pts toward your project grade)
3. Turn in textbooks
4. Hand out rest of Student Progress Reports

Homework

1. Last chance to complete make-up work for 4th quarter and do Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections: AFTER SCHOOL TUES, WED, and THURS (6/8 - 6/10)
2. LAST CHANCE BEFORE BEING BILLED FOR TEXTBOOK: Turn-in next class Thurs 6/10! (see announcements for details)

Agenda

1. Upstairs Computer Lab to work on Movie Poster & Preview project
2. # Hand out Student Progress Reports

Homework

1. Movie Poster & Preview project due Tues 6/8
2. Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections after school on Tues 6/8 (2:20-3:15)
3. Last chance to complete make-up work for 4th quarter: AFTER SCHOOL TUES, WED, and THURS (6/8 - 6/10)
4. Textbook Turn-in by Tues 6/8 (see announcements for details)

Agenda

1. Start Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections
2. World I Review: Movie Poster & Preview Group project (group members and topics due by the end of this period!)

Homework

1. Movie Poster & Preview project due Tues 6/8
2. Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections after school on Thurs 6/3 and Tues 6/8 (2:20-3:15)
3. Textbook Turn-in by Tues 6/8

Agenda

1. New seating arrangement
2. Finish video: “Seven Years in Tibet”
3. # Exit Questions about video

Homework

1. None!

Agenda

1. Modified Schedule due to SOL Testing
   Period 1 Class - 12:55 to 2:10
2. Started video: “Seven Years in Tibet” - see Powerpoint Intro for background information

Homework

1. None!

Agenda

1. World History I SOL Test (2 hr testing block - 7:20 to 9:20)
2. GOOD LUCK!

Homework

1. None!

Agenda

1. In-class Assignment (10 pts): SOL Practice Test Corrections - Look up the answers to the ones you had incorrect on the SOL diagnostic test. Write the complete question and the correct response. Use your text book or the SOL packets for reference.
2. Review answers to Practice SOL in class.

Homework

1. SOL on Mon 5/24 – bring something to do after you finish SOL (book, hw, etc)
2. REVIEW for SOL: See Announcements section on your class page and SOL REVIEW TOOLS for details and test preparation ideas.
3. EXTRA SOL REVIEW INFO on MESOAMERICA, SE ASIA, and AFRICA:
   1) Mesoamerican Cultures PowerPoint and Ch. 15 Text book Notes
   2) Korea and Japan PowerPoint and Ch. 14 Text book Notes
   3) Eastern Hemisphere Trade Routes and Africa Ch. 7 Text book Notes
4. Fri 5/21 - last day to show me results of your on-line quizzes (1 extra credit point for each completed quiz). You may also email your results to projects@butterfield.davious.org.

Agenda

1. SOL Review: Vocab Flashcards and Jeopardy (World Religions)
2. SOL Challenge vs. Ms. Oleksak’s class in Rm 267

Homework

1. Complete open book quizzes:
   1) Ch. 15 - The Americas (20 pts). Use text book pp. 374-390.
   2) Ch. 7 - African Civilizations (10 pts). Use text book pp. 184-196.
2. Focus on SOL Review Packet pp. 12 & 13 (Regional Trading, Japan, Africa, Americas)
3. Keep reviewing for SOL test on Wed 5/26. See Announcements section on class page and SOL REVIEW TOOLS for details and test preparation ideas.
4. Return signed Letter to Parents

Agenda

1. Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome Self-Test Quizzes - 20 questions (graded). You may use your textbook. For Greece quiz, use pp. 106-145. For Rome Quiz, use pp. 154-178.
2. SOL Review Packets
3. SOL Review Jeopardy - Greece & Rome

Homework

1. Complete the following On-line Quiz: (Print out the quiz results sheet for extra credit)
   - Chapter 14: The Renaissance and Reformation
2. Return signed Letter to Parents
3. Keep reviewing for SOL test on Mon 5/24. See Announcements section on class page and SOL REVIEW TOOLS for details and test preparation ideas.

Agenda

1. Self-Test Quizzes (In-class)
   - Chapter 10: The Byzantine Empire and Russia
   - Chapter 11: The Muslim World
2. SOL Review Vocab Flashcards - Quiz Partner / Team Challenge

Homework

1. Self-Test Quizzes (on-line): If you have not done so, complete and print all Self-Test HW questions and answers:
   - Chapter 5: Classical Greece
   - Chapter 6: Classical Rome & Christianity
   - Chapter 8: Rise of Europe (Middle Ages)
   - Chapter 9: Late Middle Ages
2. Add to flashcards. At a minimum, you should PRINT OUT the list from my website so you have all the terms. Focus on the terms up to and including Ancient Greece for Friday 5/14.
3. Be prepared for a quiz or review game that incorporates the information from Self-Tests Ch. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 AND on vocabulary up to the Ancient Greece link!
4. Last call for textbook: Fri 5/14 for BOOK CHECK (10pt HW). I need to see that you still physically have the book and its condition. You will be charged (approx $70) if you have lost the book so please bring it in to show me!

Agenda

1. Self-Test Quizzes
   - 1 & 2: Prehistory and Ancient River Valleys - Egypt & Mesopotamia
   - 3 & 4: Indus & Huang He River Valleys and Classical India and Classical China.
2. Start Geography Illustrated Dictionary
3. Create Vocab Flashcards for SOL Review

Homework

1. Complete Online Self-Tests (40 questions total):
   - Chapter 5: Classical Greece
   - Chapter 6: Classical Rome & Christianity
   - Chapter 8: Rise of Europe (Middle Ages)
   - Chapter 9: Late Middle Ages
   Take test, submit answers, and get instant feedback on your choices. Please print out the Self-Test questions and answers and bring them to class. Be prepared for a quiz or review game that incorporates the information from Self-Tests 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9.
2. Buy a pack of index cards (I suggest bound index cards, approx. 300-400) and create flashcards from the terms and definitions given on my website. Make flashcards for all vocabulary under the links Prehistory, Egypt, Indus and Huang He, and Mesopotamia. You may EITHER neatly hand-print the terms (on one side) and definitions (on the other side) or you may print out the vocabulary from my site and tape it neatly on the index card. I expect the flashcards to be with you at all times from now until SOL time!
3. Bring textbook by Wed 5/12 for BOOK CHECK (10pt HW). I need to see that you still physically have the book and its condition. You will be charged (approx $70) if you have lost the book so please bring it in to show me!

Agenda

1. SOL World History (Prehistory - 1500) Practice Test - 70 questions
2. Start HW - see below (Guided Readings 14-1 and 14-2)
3. Start Regional Trade in the Eastern Hemisphere Map Activity. Trace the routes and circle/label the correct trading patterns (1-7) on the map. Include a revised key which reflects that information. Begin plotting the diffusion of goods, technology, and ideas on the map. You will complete the activity next class.

Homework

1. Intro to East & South Asia:
   - Read pp. 342-345 and complete Guided Reading 14-1 Central Asia
   - Read pp. 346-350 and complete Guided Reading 14-2 China
2. Make sure you have colored pencils for Mon 5/10!
3. Bring textbook by Wed 5/12 for BOOK CHECK (10pt HW). I need to see that you still physically have the book and its condition. You will be charged (approx $70) if you have lost the book so please bring it in to show me!

Agenda

1. Review HW: Renaissance Scavenger Hunt
2. Middle Ages Renaissance Test (70 pts)
3. Begin HW: see below

Homework

1. Read pp. 434-439 and complete Guided Reading 17-1
2. Read pp. 440-445 and complete Guided Reading 17-2
3. SOL World History (Prehistory - 1500) Practice Test THURS 5/6

Agenda

1. SOL Question of the Day
2. Check Answers: Strengthening of Monarchy in Europe Guided Notes Letters D & E
3. Distribute Renaissance Scavenger Hunt. Use pp. 404-414 unless otherwise noted.
4. Computer Lab: Middle Ages / Renaissance On-line Test Review

Homework

1. Finish the Renaissance Scavenger Hunt. If you have a question or want to clarify an answer, please be ready with your question at the start of class. We will do a quick Renaissance review before the test.
2. Study for the Middle Ages / Renaissance Test on Tues 5/4. To prepare, I suggest you use the On-line Test Review Worksheet as well as your notes from this unit.
3. Flashcards (Medieval Europe under the Post Classical Period)

Agenda

1. Rome Quest
2. Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire Worksheet
3. Guided Reading 6-5 - Roman Decline

Homework

1. None
2. Greece test corrections after school from 2:15 to 3:15pm on Thurs 3/25 and Fri 3/26. Bring any materials you need to do corrections (your OWN TEXT BOOK and BINDER).

Agenda

1. Collect Roman Contributions Project
2. Finish Origin & Evolution of the Roman Empire Worksheet. Use pp. 162-168 of your text and Pax Romana Powerpoint to complete the wksht.
3. Rome Quest Review Worksheet
4. Jeopardy1 & Jeopardy2
5. Return Greece Tests

Homework

1. Study for Rome Quest (Quiz/Test) on THURS 3/25
2. Greece Test Corrections on TUES 3/23 & FRI 3/26 after school!
3. Study aid recommendation: Visit my online Flashcards to test your Ancient Rome vocab knowledge. Click on the Ancient Rome and Christianity link under the Classical Period heading. You are only responsible for the terms we discussed in class.

Agenda

1. Roman Contributions Project (see Homework section below for directions)
2. The Decline of the Roman Republic Notes and Powerpoint
3. In class assignments - Work in pairs on:
   1) The Origin & Evolution of the Roman Empire Worksheet. Use pp. 162-168 of your text.
   2) The Expansion of Rome Map. As you complete this activity, you will see how Rome grows from a tiny city to controlling all of the Mediterranean basin. I only have hard copies of this map so please stop by my room if you need a copy. Please click here for directions.

Homework

1. Rome Quest (Quiz/Test) on THUR 3/25
2. Roman Contributions Project - DUE TUES 3/23. This assignment is worth 30 pts and counts as a project grade!
   Directions: Western civilization has been influenced by the many cultural and technological achievements of Ancient Rome. You will research eight key areas in which Rome has impacted Western civilization. For each item listed under a key area, you will write a 2-4 sentence description (what is it, why is it significant, what is its relevance today). You will need to include graphics, IN COLOR, for each category. Specific requirements are listed below. You are encouraged to use your text (pp. 166-170 unless otherwise listed), the Internet, and other outside sources for information. Your project may be hand-drawn or computer-generated, so long as it meets all of the requirements. In addition to quality of content, I will be grading on appearance and creativity.

TITLE: Ancient Roman Contributions to Western Civilization
KEY AREAS:
1) Art/Architecture - Pictures for each (3 total)
- Pantheon
- Colosseum
- Forum
2) Technology - Pictures for each (3 total)
- Roads
- Aqueducts
- Arches
3) Science - 1 Picture
- Ptolemy: who is he, what are his most significant contributions?
4) Medicine - Include at least 1 Picture
Emphasis on Public Health:
- Baths
- Water Systems
- Medical Schools
5) Languages - 1 Picture
- Latin
- Romance Languages
6) Literature - 1 Picture
- Virgil’s Aeneid
7) Religion - Picture for each (2 total)
- Roman Mythology (refer to notes and p. 157)
- Adoption of Christianity as official religion of Roman Empire (refer to pp. 171-174)
8) Law - At least 1 Picture
- Twelve Tables (refer to notes and p. 157)
- Rule of Law: (listed below for you…just explain their significance/relevance today)
1. Applied to ALL people
2. Equal treatment under the law
3. Innocent until proven guilty

Agenda

1. Expansion of Roman Influence & Culture Notes and Powerpoint
2. Guided Readings 6-3 and 6-4

Homework

1. None

Agenda

1. Rise of the Roman Republic Notes and PowerPoint
2. Roman Republic Timeline. Create a vertical timeline of key events leading to the Roman Republic entitled, “Key Events in the Roman Republic”. As you read through the handout, “The Struggle for Political Power in Ancient Rome”, highlight the five major events that lead to a more democratic republic. The dates for the 5 events occur between 509 BCE and 287 BCE. Plot those events on your vertical timeline. On one side of the timeline, you should have the date and a one sentence summary of the event. On the other side of the timeline, you should draw a visual (IN COLOR) that represents the key event. I only have hard copies of this handout so please stop by my room to get a copy if you need one.
3. Influence of Latin on Modern English. Many of the words we see today can be traced back to Latin origins. Using the Latin term and definition, find the English equivalent among a group of photographed signs that contain words derived from Latin roots.

Homework

1. Answer the following questions as a wrap-up to the Latin words activity we did in class today:
   • What did you learn about Latin in this activity that you did not know before?
   • Why do you think many students continue to study Latin in school, even though it is considered a “dead language”?
   • Do you think other languages may have been influenced by Latin? Why or why not?
   • Can you think of any other words, in English or another language, that have been influenced by Latin?

Agenda

1. Ancient Rome Geography & Religion Notes and PowerPoint
2. Start Roman Republic Illustrated Dictionary
3. Roman City Video & Guide. Completed up to Question #5 on Video Guide.

Homework

1. Finish Roman Republic Illustrated Dictionary

Agenda

1. Video & Guide - Rome: Ultimate Empire. Completed up to #31 on video guide.
2. Ancient Rome Geography Worksheet

Homework

1. Finish Ancient Rome Geography Worksheet

Agenda

1. Greece Test (115 Pts)
2. Start HW Assignment (see HW section below for directions)
3. Help Pack for Move

Homework

1. For your Ancient Rome Title Page, please copy the timeline on p. 152. Five major events are listed on the timeline. You are to add a picture related to each event. Use at least five colors in your title page. You should FIRST read about each event so you can formulate what type of picture each event calls for. I have listed page numbers for your convenience. Remember to title your timeline, “Ancient Rome” at the top of the page.
   - Roman Republic (pp. 156-157)
   - Punic Wars (pp. 160-161)
   - Jesus dies (p. 172)
   - Pax Romana ends (p. 167, 175)
   - Constantine (p. 176-177)
2. Report to Trailer #7 on Tues 3/9

Agenda

1. Moved Greece Test to Friday 3/5
2. Discussed Possible Test Topics
3. Splat! Review Game

Homework

1. Study for Greece Test on Fri 3/5

Agenda

1. Add to previous class notes (Persian Wars Vocab, Golden Age of Pericles, and Peloponnesian War Questions 4 & 5)
2. Guided Reading 5-3: Alexander’s Empire. Use pp. 140-145 of your text.
3. The Spread of Hellenistic Culture Notes and PowerPoint
4. Guided Reading 5-1: The Quest for Beauty & Meaning and 5-2: The Greek Mind. Students could earn back a possible 10 pts if they had not done the Greek Contributions HW but finished these 2 worksheets instead. Students who had done the HW could earn 5 bonus points for completing both wkshts.

Homework

1. Study for Greece Test on Wed 3/3

Agenda

1. Return Athenian Forms of Government Quiz
2. Peloponnesian War Summary Chart. Completed questions #1-3 together; students completed questions #4-5 using pp. 123-124 of text.
3. Golden Age of Pericles Notes and PowerPoint

Homework

1. Greek Philosophers Summary (S-P-A)
   Directions: On a sheet of paper, please complete the following:
   - Define philosophy & logic (p. 135)
   - Name the 3 great Greek philosophers (pp. 135-137)
   - Include at least 3 important facts about each philosopher (major beliefs, accomplishments, etc.)
   - 1 picture (in color) that relates to each philosopher – total of 3 pics
   For an example, click here. If you wish, you may use the facts I have listed as a start.
2. Contributions of Greek Culture to Western Civilization
   Directions: On a sheet of paper, please complete the following:
   - 8 Categories: Write the major contribution of each person or thing in the category.
   - Include a picture (in color) for each category (minimum of 8 pictures).
   Categories of Contributions:
   1. Drama: Aeschylus, Sophocles (p.132)
   2. Poetry: Homer (p.108)
   3. History: Herodotus, Thucydides (p.137, 138)
   4. Athletics: Olympics, Pentathlon (p.134)
   5. Sculpture: Phidias, Myron (p.131)
   6. Architecture: 3 types of columns (label & picture for each rather than text description - use google image search), Parthenon (pp.130-131)
   7. Science: Archimedes (p. 145), Hippocrates (p. 138)
   8. Mathematics: Euclid (p. 145), Pythagoras (p. 138)
   For an example, click here. If you wish, you may use the facts I have listed as a start.

Agenda

1. Finish Comparison of Life in Athens & Sparta Chart using PowerPoint
2. Persian War Video and Guide. You may check your answers with the PowerPoint.

Homework

1. None!

Agenda

1. The Polis Notes and PowerPoint
2. Athenian Forms of Government Quiz (20 pts). If you were absent, please schedule to come in after school on Tues or Wed (2/24 or 2/25).
3. Comparison of Life in Athens & Sparta and PowerPoint
4. Persian War Video and Guide

Homework

1. None!

Agenda

1. Review Athenian forms of government worksheet using the PowerPoint
2. Athenian government Reformers Worksheet - use pp. 118-119 of text. Learn about the changes that these four leaders brought about which steered Athens toward democracy.
3. Comparison of Life in Two City-States: Athens & Sparta. You will summarize government, economy, education, and the status of women and slaves for both Athens and Sparta. If you were absent, you will need to borrow the reading packets (TO BE RETURNED!) in order to complete the worksheet. You may also use your text pp. 115-119.

Homework

1. Finish Comparison of Life in 2 City-States: Athens & Sparta Worksheet
2. Begin preparing for QUIZ on Fri 2/20: Topics include the polis, forms of government, and Athenian reformers (see announcements at the top of this page for details)

Agenda

1. Explore Athenian forms of government. If you were absent, you will need to borrow a reading packet (TO BE RETURNED!) called the “Rise of Democracy.” Read through the packet and then complete the Reading Notes. Use the PowerPoint to check your answers.

Homework

1. Athenian Government Pictowords (5 pts)
2. Athenian Government Political Cartoon (10 pts)

Agenda

1. Greek gods & goddesses quiz (worth 15 pts). If you missed this quiz, please schedule to come in after school on Tues or Wed (2/17 or 2/18).
2. Geography of Greece Notes and PowerPoint

Homework

1. Mon 2/16: Supplies Check (15 pts): You must have the 5 dividers, clearly labeled, in your binder by this point (Notes, In-class Activities, Video Guides, Homework, Projects/Tests/Quizzes). You should also have colored pencils.

Agenda

1. In-class Activity - Create your own Polis: Pt 1 & Pt 2 (worth 25 pts)

Homework

1. Due Fri 2/13: Greek Mythology Group Project. You have one of two options of delivery: 1) email your ppt to projects@butterfield.davious.org or 2) logon to the JMHS network & save the ppt to the H: drive. You should look for my folder amongst all the JMHS teachers, kabutterfield1. Click on that folder and then save to the INBOX folder so that I can access it.
2. Fri 2/13: Quiz on Greek gods & goddesses
3. Mon 2/16: Supplies Check (15 pts): You must have the 5 dividers, clearly labeled, in your binder by this point (Notes, In-class Activities, Video Guides, Homework, Projects/Tests/Quizzes). You should also have colored pencils.
4. You will only have about 5 minutes to finish up the Polis assignment in class on Fri 2/13. Please be sure that the majority of Pt 1 & Pt 2 are complete before coming to class.

Agenda

1. Greek Religion Notes & PowerPoint
2. Greek gods & goddesses: A Family Tree & PowerPoint
3. King Midas Myth

Homework

1. Due Wed 2/11: Create a new title page for this unit of study. To receive a full 10 pts, you must have the following on your title page:
   · Prominently (clearly and largely) display the title: “Ancient Greece: Classical Civilization”.
   · Select a theme from one of the seven listed on p. 104 and p. 128. Include a visual that illustrates that theme. The graphic may be computer-generated or hand-drawn. You must include a caption that decribes the visual.
   · In color – at least 5 colors used for the title page.
2. Due Fri 2/13: Greek Mythology Group Project (Directions & Rubric)
3. Fri 2/13: Quiz on Greek gods & goddesses
4. Mon 2/16: Supplies Check (15 pts): You must have the 5 dividers, clearly labeled, in your binder by this point (Notes, In-class Activities, Video Guides, Homework, Projects/Tests/Quizzes). You should also have colored pencils.

Agenda

1. Corrections to Greek Mythology Group Project. Handed out Project Directions & Rubric.
2. Work on Greek Mythology Group Project in Library Computer Lab. If you need the passwords to access the library’s databases from home, please see me.

Homework

1. Due Fri 2/13: Greek Mythology Group Project - ONLY 1 WK LEFT! (Directions & Rubric)

Agenda

1. School cancelled due to inclement weather

Homework

1. Due Fri 2/13: Greek Mythology Group Project. There are some slight adjustments to the project requirements. For full details please refer to the Project Directions & Rubric.
2. By THURS 2/5: Bring in your favorite CD (it must be school-appropriate)! Please write your name and class period on the jewel case and identify your favorite track number. We will use the music contributions of the first 10 people that bring in an acceptable song. The music will be used as part of an experiential activity in which we explore the different forms of Athenian goverment in ancient Greece.

Agenda

1. Pre-Greek Notes and PowerPoint
2. HW Check: Guided Reading 4-1
3. Introduce Greek Mythology Group project
4. Form project groups and begin research in computer lab

Homework

1. Greek Mythology Group project due Fri 2/13
2. Bring in your favorite CD (it must be school-appropriate)! Please write your name and class period on the jewel case and identify your favorite track number. We will use the music contributions of the first 10 people that bring in an acceptable song. The music will be used as part of an experiential activity in which we explore the different forms of Athenian goverment in ancient Greece.

Agenda

1. School cancelled due to inclement weather

Agenda

1. No school - Teacher Workday

Agenda

1. Ch. 3: Kingdoms & Empires in the Middle East Quiz (30 pts)
2. Read Ch. 4, Sec. 1: Greek Beginnings (pp. 106-111 of your text) and complete Guided Reading
3. Video: “Aegean: Legacy of Atlantis”

Homework

1. Finish Ch. 4, Sec. 1 Guided Reading for WED 1/28

Agenda

1. Check Answers: Empire Builders of the Middle East Graphic Organizer (use PowerPoint)
2. Jeopardy Review
3. Ch. 3 Review Wksht

Homework

1. Study for Ch. 3 Quiz on THURS 1/22. In addition to reviewing your notes and the text for Ch. 3, I suggest you complete the Review Wksht as preparation for the quiz.

Agenda

1. Finish Early Israelites Notes and PowerPoint (start at Settling Canaan)
2. Finish & Collect Middle East Geography Quiz. This assignment will count as a quiz grade. You MAY use your text book for reference. It is important that you carefully read and follow the directions in order to receive full credit.
3. Empire Builders of the Middle East Graphic Organizer

Homework

1. Finish Empire Builders of the Middle East Graphic Organizer. Refer to Ch. 3, Sec. 3 of your text (pp 88-94).

Agenda

1. Early Israelites Notes and PowerPoint (stopped at Settling Canaan)
2. Ch. 3, Sec. 2 Israelites Vocab Pictowords
3. Middle East Geography Quiz. This assignment will count as a quiz grade. You MAY use your text book for reference. It is important that you carefully read and follow the directions in order to receive full credit.

Homework

1. Finish Middle East Geography Quiz

Agenda

1. Return Classical China Mini-Test
2. Finish Chapter 3, Section 1 Outline using pp. 78-82 of text.
3. Trading Peoples Vocab
4. Phoenician Merchant Ships Wksht
5. Video - “Israel: Yesterday & Today”. This is an 18 minute video. If you missed class today, you will need to come in and view it on your own time. The video does a nice job of putting the Arab/Israeli conflict into its historical context.

Homework

1. Finish Phoenician Merchant Ships Wksht

Agenda

1. Han Dynasty PowerPoint and Notes Part 2 & Review
2. Classical China Mini Test (25 pts)
3. Brochure Clarifications & Due Date Extension (see HW). Passed around sample brochure for students to look at as an example.
4. Read Chapter 3, Section 1 of text (pp. 78-82) and work on Fertile Cresent: Neighboring Peoples Outline.

Homework

1. You have until FRI 1/9 to submit your Classical China Brochure. You may earn up to an extra 4 pts on the assignment if you create a dazzling brochure that knocks my socks off! That means it must exceed the requirements in creativity, originality, factual accuracy and detail, proving once and for all that China should be considered a “Classical Civilization”.

Agenda

1. Classical China Review: Pop Quiz. Test your knowledge. How much do you remember since last year?
2. China Webbing Activity. Get into groups and finish lists. Discuss common words/phrases for each starred item and share with class.
3. Start Classical China Brochure. The sheet contains detailed instructions and a grading rubric. However, if you have any questions about the assignment, you may come in after school tomorrow (Tues 1/6) or ask me via email.

Homework

1. Study for Classical China Mini-Test
2. Finish Classical China Brochure. You may earn up to an extra 4 pts on the assignment if you create a dazzling brochure that knocks my socks off! That means it must exceed the requirements in creativity, originality, factual accuracy and detail, proving once and for all that China should be considered a “Classical Civilization”.

Agenda

1. Han Dynasty PowerPoint and Notes Pt 1
2. Silk Road Reading & Map. I do not have this electronically, so if you were absent you need to stop by my room and pick up a copy.
3. China Webbing Activity

Homework

1. None! Have a happy holiday! Check back on the website before the end of winter break for exam announcements and to get a head start on your China exam assignment.

Agenda

1. Qin Dynasty Powerpoint & Notes
2. Finish China: Dynasties of Power Video & Guide (Han Dynasty & Terra Cotta Warriors). If you were absent, you will need to schedule time after school to view the portion of the tape you missed (approximately 10-15 minutes)
3. Chinese Contributions Graphic Summary
4. Han Family Hierarchy Graphic Summary

Homework

1. Chinese Contributions Graphic Summary
   Assignment Requirements: (to receive full 10 pts)
   · Title your graphic summary, “Chinese Contributions”
   · Draw a picture to represent 6 specific Chinese contributions. Please refer to pp 230-232 of your text. Possible topics include inventions, literature, and science & technology.
   · Include a caption with a FACT about the contribution.
   · Use at least 5 colors in the graphic summary.
2. Han Family Hierarchy
   Assignment Requirements: (to receive full 10 pts)
   · Draw the levels of the hierarchy from top to bottom. Use a picture to represent each level and label the levels.
   · Answer the following: What did each family member expect from those below them? What was the role of the father? What was the role of the mother?
   · Use at least 5 colors in the family hierarchy drawing.

Agenda

1. Chinese Philosophies Powerpoint Notes
2. 3 Chinese Philosophies Graphic Summary - On a blank sheet of paper, you will summarize the main ideas of each Chinese philosophy in a visual format.
   Assignment Requirements: (to receive full 10 pts)
   · Title your graphic summary, “Three Chinese Philosophies”
   · Name the 3 philosophies of China (Confucianism, Legalism, Daoism)
   · Include at least 2 pictures that represent each philosophy
   · Include at least 3 key words or phrases to describe each philosophy
   · Use at least 5 colors in the graphic summary
3. Chinese Philosophies Quiz (15 points)
4. Continue China: Dynasties of Power Video & Guide. We finished the Qin section of the Guide today. If you were absent, you will need to schedule time after school to view the portion of the tape you missed (approximately 8 minutes)

Homework

1. Five Relationships Graphic Summary
   Assignment Requirements: (to receive full 10 pts)
   · Title your graphic summary, “5 Relationships of Confucian Society”
   · Draw a picture that represents each of the 5 relationships and label each relationship. For a list of the relationships, refer to pp. 225-226 of your text.
   · Who suggested these relationships and why? (HINT: What was going on in China at that time?)
   · In 4 of the relationships, there is a power differential, meaning one person is the authority figure and the other one is below them or subordinate. Explain how the person in authority acts toward the subordinate and how the subordinate acts towards the authority figure in a Confucian society.
   · Use at least 5 colors in the graphic summary

Agenda

1. Zhou Review & Warring States PowerPoint Notes
2. Chinese Philosophies Role Play & Handout
3. Continue China: Dynasties of Power Video & Guide. If you were absent on this day, you will need to schedule time after school to view the portion of the tape you missed (approximately 5 minutes)

Homework

1. Vocabulary Activity 9

Agenda

1. SR&R Program on Sexual Harassment (presented by Guidance Office)
2. China’s Early Dynasties - Shang & Zhou Notes
3. Start China: Dynasties of Power Video & Guide. If you were absent on this day, you will need to schedule time after school to view the portion of the tape you missed (approximately 5 minutes)

Homework

1. Read pp. 228-232 of your text. Complete Guided Reading Activity 9-3: Society & Culture.

Agenda

1. Classical India Test
2. 2nd Qtr Interim Binder Check
3. Start HW (see below)
4. Video: Little Buddha

Homework

1. Read pp. 220-224 of your text. Complete Guided Reading Activity 9-1: Three Great Dynasties.
2. Read pp. 225-227 of your text. Complete Guided Reading Activity 9-2: Three Ways of Life.
3. LAST CHANCE - Fri 12/5: If your parent/guardian emails me about my website, http://butterfield.davious.org, I will drop your lowest 10 pt HW grade or add 5 pts to your binder grade. Your parent / guardian can use the email link directly off the website. They just need to acknowledge that they reviewed the website and bookmarked it for future reference.

Agenda

1. Jeopardy Review of Classical India
2. Binder Order
3. Video: Little Buddha

Homework

1. Prepare for CLASSICAL INDIA TEST and BINDER CHECK on THURS 12/4.
2. I will drop your lowest 10 pt HW grade or add 5 pts to your binder grade if you have your parents email me about my website, http://butterfield.davious.org. They can use the email link directly off the website. Your parents just need to acknowledge that they reviewed the website and bookmarked it for future reference.

Agenda

1. Finish Indian Empire Notes
2. Video: Little Buddha
3. Return Assignments
4. Progress Reports (I need to do reprints for some students so you will all get updated copies next week which you will need to get signed)

Homework

1. Prepare for CLASSICAL INDIA TEST & BINDER CHECK on Thurs 12/4.
2. If your parent / guardian emails me about my website, http://butterfield.davious.org, I will drop your lowest 10 pt HW grade or add 5 pts to your binder grade. Your parent / guardian can use the email link directly off the website. They just need to acknowledge that they reviewed the website and bookmarked it for future reference.
3. Finish any HW assignments you have not completed for the 2nd Qtr.

Agenda

1. Check HW: Classical India Map & Jainism / Buddhism Wksht
2. Hinduism / Buddhism Comparison Chart (To get this wksht and the corresponding PPT, go to the Eras section of the website)
3. Go over India’s Religions Wkshts
4. Start Indian Empires Notes (To get these notes and the corresponding PPT, go to the Eras section of the website)

Homework

1. You may come in after school on Mon 11/24 and Tues 11/25 to earn back 1/2 point for each incorrect answer on your River Valleys Test. I will give you a copy of the test and, on a separate sheet of paper, you must write out the question and correct answer to receive credit. You may use your text and / or notes.
2. If your parent / guardian emails me about my website, http://butterfield.davious.org, I will drop your lowest 10 pt HW grade or add 5 pts to your binder grade. Your parent / guardian can use the email link directly off the website. They just need to acknowledge that they reviewed the website and bookmarked it for future reference.
3. Finish any HW assignments you have not completed for the 2nd Qtr.

Agenda

1. Check HW: Karma / Dharma Picture, Classical India Vocab pp. 210 & 214, Era 3 Divider
2. Classical India Map
3. Origins of Hindu India Notes (To get these notes and the corresponding PPT, go to the Eras section of the website)
4. Jainism / Buddhism Worksheet
5. River Valleys Test Results

Homework

1. Finish Classical India Map
2. Finish Jainism / Buddhism Wksht. Use pp. 207-210 of your text. To check your answers, click here.
3. Finish any HW assignments you have not completed for the 2nd Qtr

Agenda

1. Check HW: Classical India Vocab & Early India’s Social Structure Chart
2. Hinduism Crossword Puzzle
3. Karma & Dharma Caste Picture

Homework

1. If necessary, finish Karma / Dharma Picture (must use at least 5 colors). For an example, click here. Include the title and captions given in the example, but provide your own graphics.
2. Read about Buddhism & India’s Empire on pp. 208 - 214 of your text.
3. Add to your “Classical India Vocab” list. Define the terms on p. 210 & 214, Section Review #s 1 & 2. You should have a total of 11 words (starting with nirvana and ending with Shakuntala).
4. Create a new divider for your notebook entitled: Era 3 Classical Civilizations. For an example, click here.
   Divider Requirements: (to receive full 10 pts)
   · Prominently (clearly and largely) display the title on your divider: “Era 3 Classical Civilizations”
   · At least 1 picture / graphic that has to do with a classical civilization and a caption for your picture. The visual may be computer-generated or hand-drawn. For ideas, see note below.
   · In color – at least 5 colors used for the assignment.
   · The small side tab of the divider should be labeled: “Era 3”.

Note: Please refer to the following chapters of your text to get an idea of the content of this unit, Classical Civilizations. It should help you decide on what type of picture you want to include on your divider.

Chapter 8 (pp 202 - 214): India
Chapter 9 (pp. 218 - 232): China
Chapter 4 & 5 (pp. 104 - 145): Greece
Chapter 6 (pp. 152 - 178): Rome

Agenda

1. River Valleys Test (70 pts)
2. Work on Homework (see below)
3. Clean up / Switch Seats

Homework

1. Read about the Origins of Hindu India on pp. 202 - 207 of your text.
2. You will be keeping a list of vocabulary terms for this unit. Title your sheet of paper, “Classical India Vocab” and then define the terms on p. 207, Section Review #s 1 & 2. You should have a total of 16 words (starting with rajah and ending with Upanishads).
3. On a blank piece of paper, re-create the chart entitled “Early India’s Social System” from p. 203.
   Early India’s Social System Chart Requirements:
   · Define what each level or varna of the pyramid (India’s social structure) means. You may use a key, color code, or label the levels of the pyramid.
   · Include an illustration for each social class & a brief description of what they do.
   · In color – at least 5 colors used for the assignment
   · Answer the “Chart Study” questions on p. 203. You may put the answers on the back of your assignment.

Agenda

1. Collect China Graphic Summary
2. Return all River Valley assignments to date
3. Indus / China River Valleys (RV) Quiz (20 pts)
4. Arrange 2nd Quarter Table of Contents (TOC)
5. River Valleys Review Game

Homework

1. Study for River Valleys test on Friday 11/14.
   I suggest you download or print the following documents:
   River Valleys Study Guide for NEED TO KNOW INFO & WHERE TO FIND IT
   River Valleys Graphic Organizers for SUMMARIES of each of the River Valleys and Characteristics of Civilization
2. I have updated the flashcards at www.schoolnotes.com. Enter the school’s zipcode: 22181. Scroll down to my name and then click on the Flashcard link. The definition of the word is given followed by the correct term. You will be responsible for all the words in the flashcard deck.

Agenda

1. Early People of China group presents to the class (Yangshao/Lungshan chart; Xia dynasty info)
2. Watch Shang Dynasty video; complete video guide
3. Shang Dynasty PowerPoint Notes
4. China Graphic Summary

Homework

1. Finish China Graphic Summary (Use your notes and pp. 69-71 of the text for information.) For directions and general layout of the graphic summary, refer to the Homework on Oct 29th.
2. Start reviewing for the River Valleys Test by quizing yourself on the vocabulary you’ll need to know. Go to www.schoolnotes.com. Enter the school’s zipcode: 22181. Scroll down to my name and then click on the Flashcard link. The definition of the word is given followed by the correct term. You will be responsible for all the words in the flashcard deck.

Agenda

1. Collect RV Graphic Summaries (Egypt & Mesopotamia)
2. You teach the class! Students are divided into 3 sections: Group 1 teaches about the Geography of the Early Indus Valley, Group 2 teaches about the Geography of Early China, & Group 3 teaches about the Early People of China. Groups 1 & 2 are responsible for presenting an enlarged map of the area and answers to the questions on the worksheet. Group 3 is responsible for presenting a chart about the cultures that existed before the Shang Dynasty (Yangshao, Lungshan, & Xia). Students become “experts” on their subject matter and share their information with the other students in-class. Each student is responsible for completing their own set of notes based on the students’ “lesson”.
   NOTE: It is to your advantage to take “good” notes and pay attention in class b/c you will be able to use these notes on your upcoming Indus / China River Valleys Quiz.

Homework

1. Finish / double-check answers and maps for Geography of the Indus River Valley and Geography of Early China wkshts.
2. Prepare for Indus / China Quiz
3. Late Work? Turn in RV Graphic Summaries (Indus, Egypt, & Mesopotamia) if you have not done so.

Agenda

1. Teacher Workday (No School)

Homework

1. Finish HW Assignments from 10/31

Agenda

1. Collect Indus Graphic Summary
2. In-class: Work on Egypt & Mesopotamia Graphic Summaries

Homework

1. Finish Egypt & Mesopotamia Graphic Summaries
   Directions: Same directions as Indus Graphic Summary (see HW on Oct 29). For Egypt & Mesopotamia, follow the same instructions, but change the title. You will find information on Egypt in your notes (e.g., The Nile Valley Outline & Common Characteristics of Civilization: Egypt and Mesopotamia) and in your text pp. 46-53. Information on Mesopotamia can be found in your notes (The Fertile Crescent/Mesopotamia Outline) or in your text pp. 58-64.
   Graphic Summary Assignment Requirements:
   · At least 2 pictures w/detailed captions for each category (box)
   · In color – at least 5 colors used for the assignment

Agenda

1. 1st Qtr Binder Check
2. 2nd Qtr Table of Contents
3. Indus Notes
4. Indus Graphic Summary

Homework

1. Finish Indus Graphic Summary
   Directions: On a blank sheet of paper, title the assignment: Indus Graphic Summary. Section the paper into four boxes. Title the first box “Geography”, the 2nd box “Cultural”, the 3rd box “Economic”, and the 4th box “Political”. Use your Indus Valley Notes and/or text (pp. 66-68) to support each of the four categories and then present it in visual format.
   Indus Graphic Summary Assignment Requirements:
   · At least 2 pictures w/detailed captions for each category (box)
   · In color – at least 5 colors used for the assignment

Agenda

1. Indus Valley Virtual Field Trip & Wrap-up Questions
2. Check HW: Early South Asia
3. Grades
4. Prepare Binder for Check on WED 10/29

Homework

1. Read pp. 69-71 of text & complete “Early China” Guided Reading Activity
2. WED 10/29 - Binder Check & last day to turn in 1st qtr assignments

Agenda

1. Collect HW: Acrostic Puzzles (“The Pharaoh” & “Polytheistic”) and Ancient Egyptian Religion Questions
2. Finish/Review Mesopotamia Outline
3. Mesopotamia Quiz
4. Binder Checklist
5. Return Assignments/Grades, if time

Homework

1. Read pp. 66-68 of text & complete “Early South Asia” Guided Reading Activity
2. Prepare for Binder Check on WED 10/29

Agenda

1. PSAT: early dismissal for all students

Homework

1. Finish HW Assignments from 10/17

Agenda

1. Check HW: Egypt Kingdoms Wksht
2. Worksheets
   - Pharaoh Fact Sheet
   - Acrostic Puzzles (The Pharaoh and Polytheistic)
   - Ancient Egyptian Religion
   - Partial List of Egyptian gods/goddesses
3. Start Mesopotamia Outline

Homework

1. Finish Acrostic Puzzles & Ancient Egyptian Religion Questions
2. Finish Mesopotamia Outline pp. 58-64
3. Reading Quiz: Mesopotamia - You may use your outline!

Agenda

1. Check HW p. 64, #1-3 & 5
2. River Valleys Quiz #1
3. Cuneiform Wrap-up Questions
4. Egypt Outline Pt. 1

Homework

1. Egypt Kingdoms Wksht (use pp. 47-51 of text)