Period 2 Class Page

Agenda

1. Collect any last textbooks
2. Go to library computer lab. 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 (20pts) for the assignment.

Homework

1. Study for World I Final Exam on TUES 6/15. Use SOL REVIEW TOOLS as a resource. Need an SOL Packet? See me.
2. Bring textbook if you haven’t already!

Agenda

1. Groups present Movie Posters & Previews (50 pts)
2. Complete Peer Evaluations on your group (counts 10 pts toward your project grade)
3. Groups create questions for Millionaire and Jeopardy game boards for final review. Groups must complete the questions for at least 1 of the game boards by the end of the class to receive 10 pts for the assignment.
4. Turn in textbooks

Homework

1. Last chance to complete make-up work for 4th quarter and do Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections: AFTER SCHOOL WED 6/9 and THURS 6/10
2. TEXTBOOK RETURN: Last chance Fri 6/11! (see announcements for details)

Agenda

1. Go to Library Computer Lab to work on Movie Poster & Preview project

Homework

1. DUE NEXT CLASS WED 6/9: Movie Poster & Preview project
2. 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)
3. Textbook Turn-in by Wed 6/9 (see announcements for details)

Agenda

1. World I Final Review: Movie Poster & Preview Group Project (group members and topics due by the end of this period!)

Homework

1. Movie Poster & Preview project due Wed 6/9
2. Last chance to complete make-up work for 4th quarter: AFTER SCHOOL TUES, WED, and THURS (6/8 - 6/10)
3. Textbook Turn-in by Wed 6/9 (see announcements for details)

Agenda

1. Finish video: “Seven Years in Tibet”
2. Exit Questions about video
3. Mesoamerican Cultures Comparison Chart
4. Start Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections (Mult. Choice portion)

Homework

1. Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Corrections After School on Tues 6/1 and Wed 6/2 (2:20-3:20)
2. Textbook Turn-in by Wed 6/9

Agenda

1. Modified Schedule due to SOL Testing
   Period 2 Class - 9:40 to 11:40
2. Continue video: “Seven Years in Tibet” - see Powerpoint for background info
3. Be prepared for “Exit Questions” about video

Homework

1. None!

Agenda

1. World History I SOL Test (2 hr testing block - 7:20 to 9:20)
2. GOOD LUCK!
3. After SOL, started video: “Seven Years in Tibet”

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 (#s 1-70). Write the full question and the correct response. Use your text book or the SOL packets for reference.
2. Continue SOL Scavenger Hunt - see directions in HW below.
3. Hot Seat Relay using SOL Practice Test Questions

Homework

1. SOL on Tues 5/25 – bring something to do after you finish SOL (book, hw, etc)
2. REVIEW for SOL - Use resources on SOL REVIEW TOOLS for details and test preparation ideas.
3. Complete SOL Scavenger Hunt p. 6: Eastern Asia, African Civilizations, and Americas. Then pick any 1 topic that you feel you need to review and complete the questions for that section. Use your text book or the SOL packets for reference.
4. Last chance for on-line quiz extra credit: If you are practicing for the SOL using the online quizzes from the SOL REVIEW TOOLS page, copy and paste the results into an email and send to: projects@butterfield.davious.org. You will earn an extra credit point for each quiz you complete. Make sure you indicate which quiz the results are for!
5. Extra Info: View the Korea and Japan PowerPoint - provides a brief summary of Southeast Asia. To download the FREE MICROSOFT POWERPOINT READER, click here.

Agenda

1. SOL Scavenger Hunt - You should complete up to at least Ancient Rome on p. 3. Refer to the “Essential Understandings” and the “Essential Knowledge” sections of the SOL Packet to check your answers.
   Note: If you can answer the Scavenger Hunt questions, you will do fine on both the SOL and my FINAL!
2. Hot Seat Relay using vocabulary from Flashcards

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

Homework

1. Keep reviewing for SOL test on Tues 5/25. See Announcements section on class page and SOL REVIEW TOOLS for details and test preparation ideas.
2. Return Signed Letter to Parents

Agenda

1. Self-Test Quizzes (In-class)
   1) Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome Quizzes - 20 questions. You may use your textbook. For Greece quiz, use pp. 106-145. For Rome Quiz, use pp. 154-178.
   2) Byzantine/Early Russia and Islam Quizzes - 20 questions. You may use your textbook. For Byzantine/Early Russia quiz, use pp. 246-264 and 498. For Islam quiz, use pp. 270-288 and 456-461.
2. SOL Review Vocab Flashcards

Homework

1. Keep reviewing for SOL test on Tues 5/25. See Announcements section on class page and SOL REVIEW TOOLS for details and test preparation ideas.

Agenda

1. Self-Test Quizzes (In-class)
   - Chapter 1: Toward Civilization (Prehistory)
   - Chapter 2: First Civilizations - Africa and Asia (Nile & Mesopotamia)
   - Chapter 3: Early Civilizations in India and China
   - Chapter 4: Empires in India and China
2. Vocab Flashcards for SOL Review - Quiz your partner / Team Challenge

Homework

1. Self-Test Quizzes (on-line) - If you have not done so, complete and print the following Self-Test HW Questions & Answers:
   - Chapter 5: Classical Greece
   - Chapter 6: Classical Rome & Christianity
   - Chapter 8: Rise of Europe (Middle Ages)
   - Chapter 9: Late Middle Ages
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. 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 Mesopotamia for Thurs 5/13.

Agenda

1. Regional Trade in the Eastern Hemisphere Map Activity. After identifying the 7 major trade routes in the Eastern Hemisphere (AD 1000-1500), circle the regions on the map and label them accordingly (1-7). Include a revised key (in the margins) which reflects that information. Plot the diffusion of goods, technology, and ideas on the map using the info provided in class.
2. Start HW - see below (Guided Readings 14-3 and 14-4)

Homework

1. Continue Ch 14: East & South Asia:
   - Read pp. 351-356 and complete Guided Reading 14-3 Southeast Asia
   - Read pp. 358-365 and complete Guided Reading 14-4 Korea and Japan
2. Bring textbook by Thurs 5/13 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. Finish Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Part V - Open Book portion, if necessary
3. Start HW - see below

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 Friday 5/7!
3. Bring textbook by Thurs 5/13 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 (Part I-IV: 45 pts Multiple Choice; Part V 25 pts Short Answer - Open Book)

Homework

1. Finish Middle Ages / Renaissance Test Part V - Open Book portion after school on either Mon, Tues, or Wed (5/3-5/5)
2. SOL World History (Prehistory - 1500) Practice Test on WED 5/5

Agenda

1. Read “Strengthening of Monarchy in Europe” (pp. 329-333) and complete Guided Notes
2. Original Assignment distributed in class: Renaissance Wksht. However, I suggest you complete the REVISED assignment, Renaissance Scavenger Hunt which has page number references.
3. 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 Mon 5/3. 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. Collect Guided Reading 6-5 - Roman Decline
2. Byzantine Map
3. Work in groups of three on Ch 10, Sec. 1-3 Guided Readings:
   1) 10-1: New Rome (pp. 246-250)
   2) 10-2: Byzantine Civilization (pp. 251-257)
   3) 10-3: Eastern Slav (pp. 258-264)
4. Start Byzantine Empire Notes and PowerPoint (completed all of Legal Reforms under Justinian heading)

Homework

1. Finish the three guided readings from Ch 10 (see agenda above). While you may share information with your group members, you are still responsible for reading and knowing the material. In addition, I suggest you OUTLINE the info in those sections, pp. 246-264, or highlight main points that may not have been addressed in the Guided Readings.
2. Prepare for Byzantine Quest on Thurs 4/1. You may use any notes that you have taken inside or outside of class, as well as previous HW, Guided Readings, etc. Make sure all of these are in your binder and easily located!

Agenda

1. Go over Guided Reading 6-4 and back of worksheet, Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire Worksheet
2. Complete Guided Reading 6-5 - Roman Decline
3. Ancient Rome Vol IV: The Enduring Legacy (video on Rise & Spread of Christianity throughout the Roman empire)
4. Return Rome Quest

Homework

1. Read pp. 175-178 & finish Guided Reading 6-5 (check for accuracy & completion)

Agenda

1. Rome Quest
2. Guided Reading 6-4 and back of sheet, The Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire
3. Greece Test Corrections, if time

Homework

1. Finish Guided Reading 6-4 and back of sheet, The Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire. Use pp. 171-174 of your text.

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 WED 3/24
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. Finish Expansion of Roman Influence & Culture Notes and Powerpoint (picked up at “The Third Punic War”)
3. The Decline of the Roman Republic Notes and Powerpoint
4. 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 WED 3/24
2. Roman Contributions Project - DUE MON 3/22. 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. Finish Rise of the Roman Republic Notes and PowerPoint (picked up at “Reforms”)
2. Start Expansion of Roman Influence & Culture Notes and Powerpoint (completed The Second Punic War)
3. In class activity: Exploring the 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 various landscapes in photographed signs that contain words derived from Latin roots.

Homework

1. None

Agenda

1. Ancient Rome Geography & Religion Notes and PowerPoint
2. Start Rise of the Roman Republic Notes and PowerPoint (completed Rights & Responsibilities of Patricians vs. Plebians)
3. Key Events in Roman Republic Vertical Timeline. Please see Homework section for assignment directions. I only have hard copies of this handout so stop by my room if you need a copy.
4. SOL Practice Test (only had time for a few questions)

Homework

1. Complete the vertical timeline assignment, “Key Events in the Roman Republic”. DIRECTIONS: 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 of the 5 events occur between 509 BCE and 287 BCE. Plot those events on your vertical timeline. On one side of the timeline, write the date along with a one sentence summary of the event. On the other side of the timeline, draw a visual (IN COLOR) that represents the key event.

Agenda

1. Roman Republic Illustrated Dictionary
2. Guided Readings 6-1, 6-2, and 6-3
3. Roman City Video & Guide

Homework

1. None

Agenda

1. Video & Guide - Rome: Ultimate Empire. Completed up to #31 on video guide.
2. Start Italy Free-hand Map & Questions

Homework

1. Finish Italy Map & Questions (see below)
   - Map directions: Freehand draw the map on p. 156. Include the title, “Italy 500 B.C.” Label the mountains, seas, rivers, & territories. Color your map.
   Shade where the earliest peoples where located. Include a map key.
   - Copy & answer the following questions:
   1) What types of geographic features are around Italy? Name 5 from the map.
   2) What are some advantages of settling there?
   3) Where is Greece in relation to Italy (N, S, E, W)?
   4) Why were the Latins ideally positioned to gain control of the entire Italian Peninsula?

Agenda

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

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 one 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 Mon 3/8

Agenda

1. The Spread of Hellenistic Culture Notes and PowerPoint
2. Guided Reading 5-3: Alexander’s Empire. Use pp. 140-145 of your text.
3. Write 10 Multiple Choice Questions for Greece Test Review
4. Splat! Review Game

Homework

1. Study for Greece Test on Thurs 3/4

Agenda

1. Peloponnesian War Summary Chart
2. Golden Age of Pericles Notes and PowerPoint
3. Start on HW assignments (see below)

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. Return and go over Athenian Forms of Government Quiz
2. Persian War Video and Guide. You may check your answers with the PowerPoint.

Homework

1. Guided Reading 4-4. Use pp. 120-124 of your text.

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

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. Athenian Government Pictowords (5 pts)
2. Athenian Government Political Cartoon (10 pts)
3. QUIZ Mon 2/23: Topics include the polis, forms of Athenian government, and Athenian government reformers (see announcements at the top of this page for details)

Agenda

1. Collect Polis HW: Pt 1 & Pt 2 (worth 25 pts) and Greek Mythology Group Project Rubrics
2. Greek gods quiz (worth 15 pts). If you missed this quiz, please schedule to come in after school on Wed or Thurs (2/18 or 2/19).
3. Geography of Greece Notes and PowerPoint
4. Begin exploring 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.

Homework

1. None

Agenda

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

Homework for Tues 2/17

1. Greek Mythology Group Project. You have one of two options of delivery: 1) email your ppt to projects@butterfield.davious.org or 2) bring in ppt on a floppy disk or CD. Please make sure that it is clearly labeled with your names & class period.
2. Quiz on Greek gods & goddesses
3. 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. Finish the Polis activity: Pt 1 & Pt 2.

Agenda

1. Shortened period due to Touching Bases
2. Greek Religion Notes & PowerPoint
3. Greek gods & goddesses: A Family Tree & PowerPoint

Homework

1. Due Thurs 2/12: 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. Tues 2/17: Greek Mythology Group Project (Directions & Rubric)
3. Tues 2/17: Quiz on Greek gods & goddesses
4. Tues 2/17: 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. School cancelled due to inclement weather

Homework

1. Due Mon 2/16: Greek Mythology Group Project. For full details please refer to the Project Directions & Rubric.
2. By TUES 2/10: 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. Operating on 2 hr delay bell schedule
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 Mon 2/16: Greek Mythology Group Project (Directions & Rubric)

Agenda

1. Explained Greek Mythology Group Project and students formed their groups. Handed out Project Directions & Rubric.
2. Finished video: “Powerful gods of Mt. Olympus”

Homework

1. Due Mon 2/16: Greek Mythology Group Project (Directions & Rubric)
2. By WED 2/4: 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. Operating on 2 hr delay bell schedule
2. Change seats for 3rd Qtr
3. Finish Pre-Greeks Notes and PowerPoint (start at #3 The Trojans)
4. In-class assignment: Complete Guided Reading 4-1. Use pp. 106-111 of your text.

Homework

1. 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. No school - Teacher Workday

Agenda

1. Started Pre-Greeks Notes and PowerPoint (completed up to Mycenaeans’ Decline)
2. Video: “Aegean: Legacy of Atlantis”

Homework

1. None!

Agenda

1. Finish Empire Builders of the Middle East PowerPoint and Graphic Organizer
2. Jeopardy Review
3. Ch. 3: Kingdoms & Empires in the Middle East Quiz (30 pts)
4. Read Ch. 4, Sec. 1: Greek Beginnings (pp. 106-111 of your text)
5. Video: Powerful Gods of Mt. Olympus

Homework

1. None

Agenda

1. End of Qtr Announcements
2. Empire Builders of the Middle East Graphic Organizer
3. Ch. 3 Review Wksht

Homework

1. Study for Ch. 3 Quiz on WED 1/21. 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. Complete Early Israelites Notes using PowerPoint Pt 1 and 2
2. Finish Video - “Israel: Yesterday & Today”
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.
4. Start HW: Vocabulary Pictowords

Homework

1. Finish Middle East Geography Quiz
2. Finish Vocabulary Pictowords

Agenda

1. Return Classical China Mini-Test
2. Check Answers to Kingdoms & Empires of the Middle East
   Packet
3. Mapping the Middle East
4. 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 Mapping the Middle East

Agenda

1. Brochure Clarifications & Due Date Extension (see HW). Passed around sample brochure for students to look at as an example.
2. Classical China Mini Test (25 pts)
3. Read Chapter 3, Section 1 of your text on pp. 78-82. Work on Kingdoms & Empires of the Middle East Packet.

Homework

1. You have until MON 1/12 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 expectations/requirements in creativity, originality, factual accuracy and detail, proving once and for all that China should be considered a “Classical Civilization”.
2. Finish Kingdoms & Empires of the Middle East Packet

Agenda

1. Classical China Review: Pop Quiz. Test your knowledge. How much do you remember since last year?
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. Han Dynasty PowerPoint and Notes Part 2
4. China Webbing Activity. If you need help, refer to your Classical China Notes and Chapter 9 of your text.
5. 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 today or tomorrow (Tues 1/6 or Wed 1/7) 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 expectations/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

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. 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)
2. Chinese Contributions Graphic Summary (for directions, see HW below)
3. Han Family Hierarchy Graphic Summary (for directions, see HW below)

Homework

1. Finish 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. Finish Han Family Hierarchy
   Assignment Requirements: (to receive full 10 pts)
   · Title your graphic summary, “Han Family Hierarchy”
   · 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. Chinese Philosophies Quiz (15 points)
3. Qin Dynasty PowerPoint & Notes
4. Start China: Dynasties of Power Video & Guide (Han Dynasty & Terra Cotta Warriors)

Homework

1. None

Agenda

1. Return & Review River Valleys Test
2. Return Classical India Test
3. Chinese Philosophies Role Play and Handout.

Homework

1. Vocabulary Activity 9
2. Study for Chinese Philosophies Quiz (refer to Chinese Philosophies Handout & pp. 225-227 of the text)

Agenda

1. SR&R Program on Sexual Harassment (presented by Guidance Office)
2. Continue 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 5 minutes).
3. Zhou Review & Warring States PowerPoint Notes

Homework

1. None

Agenda

1. China’s Early Dynasties - Shang & Zhou Notes
2. 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 5-10 minutes)

Homework

1. Read pp. 228-232 of your text. Complete Guided Reading Activity 9-3: Society & Culture.
2. For those of you whose binders I have not checked, please be sure to bring them with you to class on Tuesday 12/11 and be prepared to leave them with me so I can grade them. I will return your binders the following class period, Thurs 12/11.

Agenda

1. Classical India Test
2. 2nd Qtr Interim Binder Check (Did not get to all students today so have binders ready for Fri 12/5)
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. Indian Empire Notes
2. Jeopardy Review of Classical India
3. Binder Order
4. Video: Little Buddha

Homework

1. Prepare for CLASSICAL INDIA TEST and BINDER CHECK on WED 12/3.
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. Get progress report signed by parent / guardian no later than WED 12/3.

Agenda

1. Check HW: Hinduism / Buddhism Comparison Chart
2. Go over India’s Religions Wkshts
3. Video: Little Buddha
4. Return Assignments
5. Progress Reports

Homework

1. TODAY 11/25 - LAST CHANCE to come in after school and 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. Prepare for CLASSICAL INDIA TEST and BINDER CHECK on WED 12/3.
3. 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.
4. Get progress report signed by parent / guardian.
5. Finish any HW assignments you have not completed for the 2nd Qtr.

Agenda

1. Check HW: Karma / Dharma picture, Classical India Map, Classical India Vocab pp. 210 & 214, Era 3 Divider
2. Origin of Hindu India Notes (To get these notes and the corresponding PPT, go to the Eras section of the website)
3. Jainism / Buddhism Wksht (To get this worksheet and the corresponding PPT, go to the Eras section of the website)
4. Hinduism / Buddhism Comparison Chart
5. River Valleys Test Results
6. Binder Organization

Homework

1. Finish Hinduism / Buddhism Comparison Chart. To check your answers, click here.
2. You may come in after school on Fri 11/21, 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.
3. Finish any HW assignments you have not completed for the 2nd Qtr.

Agenda

1. Check HW: Classical India Vocab & Early India’s Social
2. Hinduism Crossword Puzzle
3. Karma / Dharma Picture
4. Classical India Map

Homework

1. 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. Finish the Classical India Map.
3. Read about Buddhism & India’s Empires on pp. 208 - 214 of your text.
4. 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).
5. 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. Due Wed 11/19.
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). Due Wed 11/19.
3. On a blank piece of paper, re-create the chart entitled “Early India’s Social System” from p. 203. Due Wed 11/19.
   Early India’s Social System Chart Requirements: (to receive full 15 pts)
   · 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.
4. Create a new divider for your notebook entitled: Era 3 Classical Civilizations. Due Fri 11/21.
   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 (RV) Review Game
2. RV Study Guide (2 pg handout given in class)
3. Final Questions about RVs

Homework

1. Study for River Valleys test on Monday 11/17.
   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. Collect China Graphic Summary
2. Indus / China River Valleys Quiz (20 pts)
3. Arrange 2nd Qtr Table of Contents (TOC)
4. Begin to write questions for River Valleys (RV) Review Game. Students are divided into 4 teams. Each team is given 2 categories for which they must create RV review questions & answers. STEP 1: Each individual member is responsible for writing 2 questions & answers for their team. STEP 2: Individuals will share their questions with the team and the group will collectively decide on the 6 best questions for each category. STEP 3: Get your group’s questions approved by Ms. Butterfield. STEP 4: Write your review questions on the “index cards”. Place the category on one side and the question and answer on the other.

Category Assignments:
Group 1 - Egypt & Mesopotamia
Group 2 - Indus & Huang He
Group 3 - Geography & Characteristics of Civilization
Group 4 - Grab Bag & Writing

Your questions should reflect material that we have covered thoroughly in class. The object of the review game is to PREPARE you for what you will see on the test. Please do not write obscure questions or try to “trick” other teams. These type of questions will not be accepted!

Homework

1. Finish Step 1 above - Write 2 questions for your assigned categories. Each student should have a total of 4 questions prepared for class.
2. Begin studying for River Valleys Test on Mon 11/17
3. 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. Wrap-up / Review Indus & China group presentations
2. Watch Shang Dynasty video; complete video guide
3. China Graphic Summary

Homework

1. Finish China Graphic Summary (use your notes and text pp. 69-71 for information). For directions and general layout of graphic summary, please refer to Homework on Oct. 30th.

Agenda

1. Collect RV Graphic Summaries (Indus, 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. 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 10/30

Agenda

1. 2nd Qtr Table of Contents
2. Indus Notes
3. Indus Graphic Summary

Homework (Due Wed 11/5)

1. Graphic Summaries for Indus, Egypt, & Mesopotamia
   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 “Socio-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.
   For Egypt and Mesopotamia follow the same instructions above, 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. Indus Field Trip Wrap-up & Answer Check

Homework

1. Read pp. 69-71 of text & complete “Early China” wksht
2. WED 10/29 last day to turn in make-up work/late assignments

Agenda

1. Indus River Valley Virtual Field Trip
2. Binder Checklist

Homework

1. Finish Indus River Valley Virtual Field Trip Wksht
2. Prepare for Binder Check on TUES 10/28
3. WED 10/29 last day to turn in make-up work/late assignments

Agenda

1. Collect HW: Acrostic Puzzles (“The Pharaoh” & “Polytheistic”) and Ancient Egyptian Religion Wksht
2. Finish Mesopotamia Outline in groups
3. Mesopotamia Reading Quiz

Homework

1. Read pp. 66-68 of text & complete “Early South Asia” Guided Reading Activity

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. Complete Mesopotamia Outline to “d. Gilgamesh” pp. 58-61
3. Prepare for Reading Quiz - You may use your Mesopotamia outline!

Agenda

1. River Valleys Quiz #1
2. Cuneiform Translation Wrap up-Questions
3. Egypt Outline Pt. 1

Homework

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

Agenda

1. River Valleys Quiz 1 Study Guide
2. Cuneiform Translation Activity

Homework

1. Study for River Valleys Quiz 1
2. Answer Cuneiform Wrap-up questions