Semester 2 Homework
Please see my World History Google Classroom for an important message (dated 4/7/20) about how will be organizing our online classes.
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Please see the attached message for Discovery Core History students.
Please see the attached message for Discovery Core History students.
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Assignment #15: Reading Q's -- The Beginnings of Industrialization
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 633-7 and respond to the following in separate well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Thursday, March 12th.
Assignment #15: Reading Q's -- The Beginnings of Industrialization
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 633-7 and respond to the following in separate well-developed paragraphs.
- Define the "terms and names" appearing as question #1 on page 637.
- What was the Agricultural Revolution? What role did enclosures, crop rotations, and new technologies play in this revolution?
- What natural resource, economic, and political advantages enabled Britain to be the first nation to industrialize in the 18th century?
- Create and complete a 2 column chart in which you identify and describe at least 5 technological advances and their effects on industrial society. (Use a format similar to that appearing as question #2 on page 637.)
Due: Thursday, March 12th.
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Assignment #14: Open Mind
Complete the "Open Mind" art project we began in class on Friday. I've attached an additional copy of the handout if needed. The directions are as follows:
Use words, symbols, images, and color to create a visual portrait of yourself. In so doing, address some or all of the following questions:
** What are your values, hopes & dreams?
** What are your challenges, fears & concerns?
** Who and what shaped who you are?
** Where are you from (figuratively) and where are you going?
** What brings you happiness, joy & inner peace? What are you passionate about?
** What qualities or traits make you uniquely you?
Be sure to add a splash of color to your final product.
Due: Tuesday, March 10th.
Assignment #14: Open Mind
Complete the "Open Mind" art project we began in class on Friday. I've attached an additional copy of the handout if needed. The directions are as follows:
Use words, symbols, images, and color to create a visual portrait of yourself. In so doing, address some or all of the following questions:
** What are your values, hopes & dreams?
** What are your challenges, fears & concerns?
** Who and what shaped who you are?
** Where are you from (figuratively) and where are you going?
** What brings you happiness, joy & inner peace? What are you passionate about?
** What qualities or traits make you uniquely you?
Be sure to add a splash of color to your final product.
Due: Tuesday, March 10th.
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Assignment #13: DBQ Essay Exam on the French Revolution
On Wednesday, February 7th students will complete an in-class Document Based Question (DBQ) essay regarding the causes of the French Revolution. Please prepare for this essay exam by completing your analysis of the document packet distributed in class (attached). Also, create a detailed outline for your use in writing your essay.
This is an open-note assessment; you may consult completed homework assignments and class lecture notes during the writing period. Completed document analysis packets will be collected at the conclusion of the exam. In addition, a copy of the instructions and rubric I will use to evaluate your essays is attached for your reference.
Due: Wednesday, March 4th.
Assignment #13: DBQ Essay Exam on the French Revolution
On Wednesday, February 7th students will complete an in-class Document Based Question (DBQ) essay regarding the causes of the French Revolution. Please prepare for this essay exam by completing your analysis of the document packet distributed in class (attached). Also, create a detailed outline for your use in writing your essay.
This is an open-note assessment; you may consult completed homework assignments and class lecture notes during the writing period. Completed document analysis packets will be collected at the conclusion of the exam. In addition, a copy of the instructions and rubric I will use to evaluate your essays is attached for your reference.
Due: Wednesday, March 4th.
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Assignment #12: Illustrated Timeline of the French Revolution
Create a simple illustrated timeline summarizing 10 to 12 key events from the French Revolution.
The following list of events is provided to assist you in creating your timeline. Remember, you need only select the 10 events you believe are most important:
Due: Monday, March 2nd.
Assignment #12: Illustrated Timeline of the French Revolution
Create a simple illustrated timeline summarizing 10 to 12 key events from the French Revolution.
- For each event, include a title and a date, a 1-2 sentence description, and a simple symbol or illustration.
- Use your class lecture notes, personal reading notes, and the textbook readings (Assignments #10 & 11) to guide your work.
- Your timeline may be produced on 8 1/2" x 11" printer paper (landscape orientation), and should be organized, neat, and easily read.
The following list of events is provided to assist you in creating your timeline. Remember, you need only select the 10 events you believe are most important:
- The Ancien Regime
- The Meeting of the Estates General
- The National Assembly & Tennis Court Oath
- Storming the Bastille
- The Great Fear
- The Women's March on Versailles
- Adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen
- New Constitution Establishes Limited Monarchy
- Factions Emerge in the National Assembly
- Louis XVI Attempts to Flee France
- War Breaks Out with Absolute Monarchies in Austria & Prussia
- Limited Monarchy Abandoned; Establishment of the French Republic
- Louis XVI is executed
- The Reign of Terror
- The French People Reject Terror
- Rise of Napoleon Bonaparte
Due: Monday, March 2nd.
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Assignment #11: Reading & Note Taking: "Revolution Brings Reform and Terror."
Read Patterns of Interaction, "Revolution Brings Reform and Terror," (pp. 577-83). Take careful notes on the key ideas covered in this chapter, being sure that your notes include reference to the following events, personalities, and concepts.
Due: Tuesday, February 25th.
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Assignment #11: Reading & Note Taking: "Revolution Brings Reform and Terror."
Read Patterns of Interaction, "Revolution Brings Reform and Terror," (pp. 577-83). Take careful notes on the key ideas covered in this chapter, being sure that your notes include reference to the following events, personalities, and concepts.
- Declaration of the Rights of Man.
- The National Assembly and its attitudes toward the Church.
- Louis XVI's escape attempt and consequences.
- The Legislative Assembly: Radicals, Moderates, Conservatives, Emigres & Sans Culottes.
- Austrian & Prussian Wars with France: causes & consequences.
- The Jacobins: Marat, Danton & Robespierre.
- The National Convention -- a new form of government.
- The Guillotine: the execution of the King, Queen & others.
- Robespierre's general policies.
- The Committee of Public Safety & The Reign of Terror.
- Factors ending the Reign of Terror.
Due: Tuesday, February 25th.
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Assignment #10: Reading: "Revolution Threatens the French King."
Read Patterns of Interaction, "Revolution Threatens the French King," (pp. 573-6). As you read, pay particular attention to the questions posed below.
In class on Friday we will working to complete the following:
1. Create a diagram depicting the social structure of France under the under the Old Regime. Identify and describe each of the 3 Estates; include bullet points for each Estate describing its key characteristics. Also, identify and describe the 3 sub-groups comprising the 3rd Estate, and note their key characteristics.
2. Take 2 pages of notes being sure to include information which fully addresses these questions:
3. Create a simple timeline listing the key events mentioned in this chapter regarding the early phases of the French Revolution.
Due: Complete the necessary reading by Friday, February 21st. Be prepared to complete the written work in class that day.
Read Patterns of Interaction, "Revolution Threatens the French King," (pp. 573-6). As you read, pay particular attention to the questions posed below.
In class on Friday we will working to complete the following:
1. Create a diagram depicting the social structure of France under the under the Old Regime. Identify and describe each of the 3 Estates; include bullet points for each Estate describing its key characteristics. Also, identify and describe the 3 sub-groups comprising the 3rd Estate, and note their key characteristics.
2. Take 2 pages of notes being sure to include information which fully addresses these questions:
- What were the economic and political forces which triggered the French Revolution? What role did the ideas of the Enlightenment play? In your view, which forces were most significant?
- What was the Estates General? Why did Louis XIV convene the Estates General and what problems did this create?
- What was the National Assembly? By whom was it formed, and why was its creation a critical event in the French Revolution? What was the Tennis Court Oath?
- What was the significance of the Storming of the Bastille?
- What were the Great Fear and the Women’s March on Versailles? Why are these events historically significant?
3. Create a simple timeline listing the key events mentioned in this chapter regarding the early phases of the French Revolution.
Due: Complete the necessary reading by Friday, February 21st. Be prepared to complete the written work in class that day.
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Assignment #9: Enlightenment Political Convention -- Final Reflection
Write a 1 - 1 1/2 page typewritten reflection paper addressing the following:
Which of the 4 Enlightenment political philosophers do you agree with most? Why?
Due: Wednesday, February 19th.
Assignment #9: Enlightenment Political Convention -- Final Reflection
Write a 1 - 1 1/2 page typewritten reflection paper addressing the following:
Which of the 4 Enlightenment political philosophers do you agree with most? Why?
- Use specific examples, evidence, and issues (historical or modern) to support your argument.
- Be sure to include a discussion of the form of government favored by your preferred philosopher(s).
- Also, include reference to the philosopher(s) you disagree with most strongly, and explain why.
Due: Wednesday, February 19th.
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Assignment #8: Reading & Note Taking -- Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu & Rousseau on Government
Read the handout entitled "Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu & Rousseau on Government" (attached) and complete the 4 page matrix (also attached) for each Enlightenment political philosopher. Feel free to use bullet points or brief sentences as you complete the matrix; summarizing the main ideas is more important than elegant writing. That said, be sure to be thorough and comprehensive with your responses.
The video link below summarizes the key ideas of each philosopher. Viewing is OPTIONAL, but you may find it useful in clarifying particular concepts or philosophers.
Due: Wednesday, February 12th.
Optional Video on Enlightenment Philosophers: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CP8k_f3PFq8
Assignment #8: Reading & Note Taking -- Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu & Rousseau on Government
Read the handout entitled "Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu & Rousseau on Government" (attached) and complete the 4 page matrix (also attached) for each Enlightenment political philosopher. Feel free to use bullet points or brief sentences as you complete the matrix; summarizing the main ideas is more important than elegant writing. That said, be sure to be thorough and comprehensive with your responses.
The video link below summarizes the key ideas of each philosopher. Viewing is OPTIONAL, but you may find it useful in clarifying particular concepts or philosophers.
Due: Wednesday, February 12th.
Optional Video on Enlightenment Philosophers: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CP8k_f3PFq8
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Assignment #7: Reading & Note Taking -- "The Enlightenment in Europe."
Read "The Enlightenment in Europe" (Patterns of Interaction, pp. 551 - 557). Then, create a 2 column chart summarizing the most important ideas of these Enlightenment philosophers: Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Voltaire, Montesquieu, Beccaria, and Wollstonecraft. Use 4 or more bulleted statements for each Enlightenment thinker.
Due: Thursday, February 6th.
Assignment #7: Reading & Note Taking -- "The Enlightenment in Europe."
Read "The Enlightenment in Europe" (Patterns of Interaction, pp. 551 - 557). Then, create a 2 column chart summarizing the most important ideas of these Enlightenment philosophers: Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Voltaire, Montesquieu, Beccaria, and Wollstonecraft. Use 4 or more bulleted statements for each Enlightenment thinker.
Due: Thursday, February 6th.
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Assignment #6: Reading & Note Taking -- Overview of the Enlightenment
1. Read and annotate the handout entitled "Overview: The Enlightenment" (copy attached).
2. Take 1 - 1 1/2 pages of notes summarizing the reading's main ideas.
3. Define any unfamiliar terms, including: philosophe; salon; secularism; deism.
4. Write 3 Level 1 (basic comprehension) questions and 1 Level 2 (analysis) question based on the reading.
Due: Tuesday, February 4th.
Assignment #6: Reading & Note Taking -- Overview of the Enlightenment
1. Read and annotate the handout entitled "Overview: The Enlightenment" (copy attached).
2. Take 1 - 1 1/2 pages of notes summarizing the reading's main ideas.
3. Define any unfamiliar terms, including: philosophe; salon; secularism; deism.
4. Write 3 Level 1 (basic comprehension) questions and 1 Level 2 (analysis) question based on the reading.
Due: Tuesday, February 4th.
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Assignment #5: Student Theses on Societal Reform
Working with a partner (or solo, with special approval), write your own 6 or 7 theses expressing criticism of a major public institution which you believe needs to be reformed. Each thesis should be a short paragraph (4 to 6 sentences) in length. Include a description of the problem, specific reasons it needs to be addressed, and the changes you believe are necessary to resolve the issue. Your theses may be typed or written neatly in blue or black ink only.
Possible Institutional Targets:
A sample student-written thesis is attached for your reference.
Due: Wednesday, January 29th.
Assignment #5: Student Theses on Societal Reform
Working with a partner (or solo, with special approval), write your own 6 or 7 theses expressing criticism of a major public institution which you believe needs to be reformed. Each thesis should be a short paragraph (4 to 6 sentences) in length. Include a description of the problem, specific reasons it needs to be addressed, and the changes you believe are necessary to resolve the issue. Your theses may be typed or written neatly in blue or black ink only.
Possible Institutional Targets:
- U.S., state or local governments
- Colleges or Universities
- The Public School System
- Windsor High School
- Non-Profit Organizations or Charities
- Private Businesses
- Professional Sports Leagues
- The Media
- Religious Institutions
- The Criminal Justice System
A sample student-written thesis is attached for your reference.
Due: Wednesday, January 29th.
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Assignment #4: Reading & Note Taking -- The Protestant Reformation
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 428-32 and take detailed notes (approximately 2 pages) which address and respond to the following questions:
Due: Monday, January 27th.
Assignment #4: Reading & Note Taking -- The Protestant Reformation
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 428-32 and take detailed notes (approximately 2 pages) which address and respond to the following questions:
- What were the political, economic, and social causes for the Protestant Reformation?
- What specific religious beliefs and practices did Martin Luther find objectionable? (Be sure to consider the "sale of indulgences" and the 95 Theses.)
- How did Luther's ideas change the way Christianity was practiced? (Consider Lutheranism, p. 430).
- How did Protestantism develop in England?
- Who were the Protestants?
Due: Monday, January 27th.
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Assignment #3: Annotation & Reading Questions -- The Prince
Read and carefully annotate the attached excerpt from Machiavelli's The Prince and respond to the following in separate well-developed paragraphs:
Due: Thursday, January 23rd.
Assignment #3: Annotation & Reading Questions -- The Prince
Read and carefully annotate the attached excerpt from Machiavelli's The Prince and respond to the following in separate well-developed paragraphs:
- What is Machiavelli's view of human nature and how does it shape his views on the proper ways a ruler should behave?
- Why does Machiavelli believe that it is better to feared than loved? What evidence and reasoning does he offer to support his position?
- In your view, as a ruler, is it better to be feared or loved if one cannot be both feared and loved? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
Due: Thursday, January 23rd.
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Assignment #2: Reading Q's -- Italy: The Birthplace of the Renaissance
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 416-422, and respond to the following in well-developed paragraphs.
1. What were the 3 advantageous features which explain why the Renaissance first developed in Italy?
2. What major values and ideas shaped Renaissance thought? (Hint: consider the meaning of Humanism; Secularism; Individualism; and the glorification of Greco-Roman culture.)
3. What is a "Renaissance Man"? In what ways does Leonardo da Vinci meet this definition?
4. What new artistic styles and techniques were developed during the Renaissance?
5. How does the work of Michelangelo appearing on page 420 illustrate that he was influenced by Renaissance values? (In formulating your response, consider the values identified in response to question #2 above.)
6. What was Machiavelli's view of human nature? What advice did he offer rulers on the proper way to govern? Is Machiavelli right?
Due: Thursday, January 16th.
Assignment #2: Reading Q's -- Italy: The Birthplace of the Renaissance
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 416-422, and respond to the following in well-developed paragraphs.
1. What were the 3 advantageous features which explain why the Renaissance first developed in Italy?
2. What major values and ideas shaped Renaissance thought? (Hint: consider the meaning of Humanism; Secularism; Individualism; and the glorification of Greco-Roman culture.)
3. What is a "Renaissance Man"? In what ways does Leonardo da Vinci meet this definition?
4. What new artistic styles and techniques were developed during the Renaissance?
5. How does the work of Michelangelo appearing on page 420 illustrate that he was influenced by Renaissance values? (In formulating your response, consider the values identified in response to question #2 above.)
6. What was Machiavelli's view of human nature? What advice did he offer rulers on the proper way to govern? Is Machiavelli right?
Due: Thursday, January 16th.
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Assignment #1: 2019 News Quiz
Complete the attached 2019 News Quiz. First, challenge yourself to complete the quiz without using the Answer Bank. Then complete the quiz with the Answer Bank, as necessary. We'll review the correct responses together on Friday.
Due: Friday, January 10th.
Assignment #1: 2019 News Quiz
Complete the attached 2019 News Quiz. First, challenge yourself to complete the quiz without using the Answer Bank. Then complete the quiz with the Answer Bank, as necessary. We'll review the correct responses together on Friday.
Due: Friday, January 10th.
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Semester 1 Homework
"Spectrum of Visions" -- Presentation Tips, Presentation Rubric, and Presentation Outline.
Please see the attached which we review in class on Wednesday.
Also, please remember to complete the presentation outline which was also distributed in class. An additional copy is attached below.
Due: Friday, December 13th.
Please see the attached which we review in class on Wednesday.
Also, please remember to complete the presentation outline which was also distributed in class. An additional copy is attached below.
Due: Friday, December 13th.
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"Spectrum of Visions" -- MLA Style: Works Cited & In-Text Citations
Please consult the following resources, as well as the Purdue Owl website, if you have questions regarding proper MLA format for your Works Cited page and in-text citations.
"Spectrum of Visions" -- MLA Style: Works Cited & In-Text Citations
Please consult the following resources, as well as the Purdue Owl website, if you have questions regarding proper MLA format for your Works Cited page and in-text citations.
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Assignment #20: The Decline of the Roman Empire
As you complete this assignment, bear in mind the following guiding questions:
First, read and take Cornell Notes from Patterns of Interaction, pp. 158-63 ("The Decline of the Roman Empire"), using the foregoing questions to guide your note taking. Pay particular attention to the chart appearing on page 160.
Spend no more than 15 - 20 minutes working to complete this assignment which we began in class. Your 1 page biography for the Final Exam is of far greater importance. When we return on Thursday we will assess your progress and provide additional work time, as necessary.
Due: Thursday, December 5th.
Assignment #20: The Decline of the Roman Empire
As you complete this assignment, bear in mind the following guiding questions:
- Identify and describe the factors explaining the fall of the Roman Empire?
- Evaluate and analyze which of these factors is most significant in explaining Roman's fall?
- Is America in a state of decline or ascendance? How does Roman history, and particularly the fall of the Roman Empire, help us understand the challenges currently facing the United States and the future of the American Republic?
First, read and take Cornell Notes from Patterns of Interaction, pp. 158-63 ("The Decline of the Roman Empire"), using the foregoing questions to guide your note taking. Pay particular attention to the chart appearing on page 160.
Spend no more than 15 - 20 minutes working to complete this assignment which we began in class. Your 1 page biography for the Final Exam is of far greater importance. When we return on Thursday we will assess your progress and provide additional work time, as necessary.
Due: Thursday, December 5th.
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Semester 1 Final Exam: "A Spectrum of Visions."
Please see the attached detailed description of the Semester 1 Final Exam.
Critical project deadlines are as follows:
Deadline for list of resources: Tuesday, December 3rd.
Deadline for 1 page (typewritten) biography: Thursday, December 5th.
Deadline for rough draft of paper: Monday, December 9th.
Deadline for final draft of paper: Wednesday, December 11th.
Deadline for outline of presentation/note cards: Friday, December 13th.
Deadline for presentations: Block 7B & 8B: Tuesday, December 17th.
Blocks 6B: Thursday, December 19th.
Semester 1 Final Exam: "A Spectrum of Visions."
Please see the attached detailed description of the Semester 1 Final Exam.
Critical project deadlines are as follows:
Deadline for list of resources: Tuesday, December 3rd.
Deadline for 1 page (typewritten) biography: Thursday, December 5th.
Deadline for rough draft of paper: Monday, December 9th.
Deadline for final draft of paper: Wednesday, December 11th.
Deadline for outline of presentation/note cards: Friday, December 13th.
Deadline for presentations: Block 7B & 8B: Tuesday, December 17th.
Blocks 6B: Thursday, December 19th.
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Assignment #19: Applying Costa's Levels of Questioning to "Roman Slavery, Gladiators, and the Spartacus Revolt."
Read and annotate the attached handout entitled "Roman Slavery, Gladiators, and the Spartacus Revolt."
Next, write three level 1 questions, two level 2 questions, and two level 3 questions, based on the concepts introduced in today's lecture and the attached handouts.
Finally, select one question of each variety (that is, one from each level), and respond to your three questions using separate well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Your responses may be typed or neatly handwritten and are due on Wednesday, November 20th.
Read and annotate the attached handout entitled "Roman Slavery, Gladiators, and the Spartacus Revolt."
Next, write three level 1 questions, two level 2 questions, and two level 3 questions, based on the concepts introduced in today's lecture and the attached handouts.
Finally, select one question of each variety (that is, one from each level), and respond to your three questions using separate well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Your responses may be typed or neatly handwritten and are due on Wednesday, November 20th.
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Assignment #18: Roman Law
Please make substantial progress toward completing the attached partner assignment which we began as classwork on Thursday. You will be provided 15 minutes in class on Tuesday to collaborate with your partner to complete your work.
Once finished, please submit ONE set of responses for each partnership. Your responses may be typed or handwritten neatly in blue or black ink.
Due: Tuesday, November 11th.
Assignment #18: Roman Law
Please make substantial progress toward completing the attached partner assignment which we began as classwork on Thursday. You will be provided 15 minutes in class on Tuesday to collaborate with your partner to complete your work.
Once finished, please submit ONE set of responses for each partnership. Your responses may be typed or handwritten neatly in blue or black ink.
Due: Tuesday, November 11th.
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Geography Quiz Rescheduling
Please note that the European Political Geography Quiz has been rescheduled and will be held on Tuesday, November 11th. See Assignment #17 for details.
Geography Quiz Rescheduling
Please note that the European Political Geography Quiz has been rescheduled and will be held on Tuesday, November 11th. See Assignment #17 for details.
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Assignment #17: Quiz Preparation -- European Political Geography
Carefully study the map completed for Assignment #15 so that you can identify the countries, major cities, & bodies of water listed in the attached study guide. Please note that this study guide has been updated from that previously posted on my website.
Be prepared to identify these geographic features for a quiz which will be held on Wednesday, October 30th.
You may wish to study for the quiz by completing online geography tests at the Seterra geography website: https://www.seterra.com/
Due: Wednesday, October 30th.
Assignment #17: Quiz Preparation -- European Political Geography
Carefully study the map completed for Assignment #15 so that you can identify the countries, major cities, & bodies of water listed in the attached study guide. Please note that this study guide has been updated from that previously posted on my website.
Be prepared to identify these geographic features for a quiz which will be held on Wednesday, October 30th.
You may wish to study for the quiz by completing online geography tests at the Seterra geography website: https://www.seterra.com/
Due: Wednesday, October 30th.
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Assignment #16: Reading Questions -- "The Romans Create a Republic" (continued).
Please respond to questions # 6 to #10 on the document attached to Assignment #14 in well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Monday, October 28th.
Assignment #16: Reading Questions -- "The Romans Create a Republic" (continued).
Please respond to questions # 6 to #10 on the document attached to Assignment #14 in well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Monday, October 28th.
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Assignment #15: The Political Geography of Modern Europe.
Please complete the attached mapping activity which we began in class on Tuesday.
Due: Thursday, October 24th.
Assignment #15: The Political Geography of Modern Europe.
Please complete the attached mapping activity which we began in class on Tuesday.
Due: Thursday, October 24th.
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Assignment #14: Reading Questions -- "The Romans Create a Republic."
Respond to questions #1 to #5 of the attached document in well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Thursday, October 24th.
Assignment #14: Reading Questions -- "The Romans Create a Republic."
Respond to questions #1 to #5 of the attached document in well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Thursday, October 24th.
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Assignment #13: Examination -- Prehistory & Ancient Greece
Please study for the unit exam which will be held on Thursday, October 17th. A copy of the study guide distributed in class is attached.
You may prepare and use a 3" x 5" notecard (one side only) on the essay portion of the exam.
Assignment #13: Examination -- Prehistory & Ancient Greece
Please study for the unit exam which will be held on Thursday, October 17th. A copy of the study guide distributed in class is attached.
You may prepare and use a 3" x 5" notecard (one side only) on the essay portion of the exam.
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Assignment #12: Essay Reflection: Plato's Allegory of the Cave\
Carefully read Plato's Allegory of the Cave (attached), and annotate as you deem appropriate (annotations will not be collected or evaluated).
Then, compose a 1 to 1 1/2 page typewritten essay in which you explore some of the following themes.
Please do not feel compelled to respond every one of these questions, but be certain address those which enable you to compose a single, coherent essay which thoughtfully explores the allegory's central ideas.
Due: Friday, October 11th.
Assignment #12: Essay Reflection: Plato's Allegory of the Cave\
Carefully read Plato's Allegory of the Cave (attached), and annotate as you deem appropriate (annotations will not be collected or evaluated).
Then, compose a 1 to 1 1/2 page typewritten essay in which you explore some of the following themes.
- What are the major characters and symbols in the allegory, and what do they signify?
- What is the allegory's meaning?
- What is the allegory saying about illusion and reality? Education? Philosophy? Life?
- What does the cave represent in our time? What is its modern day relevance?
- What "caves" exist in our society? Do you inhabit a "cave"? If so, in what respects?
Please do not feel compelled to respond every one of these questions, but be certain address those which enable you to compose a single, coherent essay which thoughtfully explores the allegory's central ideas.
Due: Friday, October 11th.
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Assignment #11: Reading Questions -- The Golden Age of Athens (continued)
Please complete questions #5 to #8 using separate, well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Monday, October 7th.
Assignment #11: Reading Questions -- The Golden Age of Athens (continued)
Please complete questions #5 to #8 using separate, well-developed paragraphs.
Due: Monday, October 7th.
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Assignment #11: Reading Questions -- The Golden Age of Athens
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 120-125, and respond to the following in separate, well-developed paragraphs
1. Who was Pericles? What actions did he take to strengthen Athenian democracy?
2. What are the most significant differences between Athenian democracy and U.S. democracy? What are the major similarities?
3. What is the Parthenon? How does its construction and appearance reflect Greek architectural styles?
4. What values are reflected in classical Greek sculpture? Select one of the following pieces of sculpture and explain how it reflects the artistic values of Ancient Greece: The Head of Pericles (p. 121); The Statue of Athena (p. 122); The Discobolos (Discus Thrower; p. 126).
5. What were the main themes of Greek tragedy and comedy? How did Greek comedy reflect Athenian political values and contribute to societal reform?
6. Who fought in the Peloponnesian War? What factors led to Sparta's ultimate victory?
7. Who were the 3 most well known Greek philosophers? Name two ideas or concepts for which each was best known.
8. What do you think Socrates meant when he said, "The unexamined life is not worth living"? Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?
Due: Your responses must be typed or written neatly in blue or black ink.
Please complete questions #1 to #4 by Thursday, October 3rd; they will be checked that day.
Questions #5 to #8 are due on Monday, October 7th.
Assignment #11: Reading Questions -- The Golden Age of Athens
Read Patterns of Interaction, pp. 120-125, and respond to the following in separate, well-developed paragraphs
1. Who was Pericles? What actions did he take to strengthen Athenian democracy?
2. What are the most significant differences between Athenian democracy and U.S. democracy? What are the major similarities?
3. What is the Parthenon? How does its construction and appearance reflect Greek architectural styles?
4. What values are reflected in classical Greek sculpture? Select one of the following pieces of sculpture and explain how it reflects the artistic values of Ancient Greece: The Head of Pericles (p. 121); The Statue of Athena (p. 122); The Discobolos (Discus Thrower; p. 126).
5. What were the main themes of Greek tragedy and comedy? How did Greek comedy reflect Athenian political values and contribute to societal reform?
6. Who fought in the Peloponnesian War? What factors led to Sparta's ultimate victory?
7. Who were the 3 most well known Greek philosophers? Name two ideas or concepts for which each was best known.
8. What do you think Socrates meant when he said, "The unexamined life is not worth living"? Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?
Due: Your responses must be typed or written neatly in blue or black ink.
Please complete questions #1 to #4 by Thursday, October 3rd; they will be checked that day.
Questions #5 to #8 are due on Monday, October 7th.
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Assignment #10 (continued): Reading Questions -- The Rise of the City States
Please complete questions #5 & #6 as described in the handout attached to Assignment #10 below.
Due: Friday, September 27th.
Assignment #10 (continued): Reading Questions -- The Rise of the City States
Please complete questions #5 & #6 as described in the handout attached to Assignment #10 below.
Due: Friday, September 27th.
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Assignment #10: Reading Questions -- The Rise of the City States
Please see the attached document for the assignment we began in class on Monday.
You need only complete questions #1 to #4 for this Wednesday. Remember to use well-developed paragraphs for each question, save the Sparta vs. Athens comparison chart which may be created using bullet points.
Due: Wednesday, September 25th.
Assignment #10: Reading Questions -- The Rise of the City States
Please see the attached document for the assignment we began in class on Monday.
You need only complete questions #1 to #4 for this Wednesday. Remember to use well-developed paragraphs for each question, save the Sparta vs. Athens comparison chart which may be created using bullet points.
Due: Wednesday, September 25th.
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Assignment #9: NPR Radio Broadcast & Notes -- "Why the Greeks Matter"
Listen to approximately 20 minutes of the attached radio broadcast entitled "Why the Greeks Matter" and take 1 to 2 pages of notes on the most significant and noteworthy ideas you encounter. Also, write several engaging discussion questions, and come prepared to discuss the program's highlights.
Due: Monday, September 23rd.
Assignment #9: NPR Radio Broadcast & Notes -- "Why the Greeks Matter"
Listen to approximately 20 minutes of the attached radio broadcast entitled "Why the Greeks Matter" and take 1 to 2 pages of notes on the most significant and noteworthy ideas you encounter. Also, write several engaging discussion questions, and come prepared to discuss the program's highlights.
Due: Monday, September 23rd.
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Assignment #8: Reading Questions -- The Geography & Culture of Ancient Greece.
Please see the attached reading questions. Respond to the questions in well-developed paragraphs. Also, complete the mapping exercise on the blank map distributed in class (also attached).
In addition, please complete part 2 from the video study questions for the "Prehistory & Birth of Civilization" video we watched in class.
Due: Thursday, September 19th.
Assignment #8: Reading Questions -- The Geography & Culture of Ancient Greece.
Please see the attached reading questions. Respond to the questions in well-developed paragraphs. Also, complete the mapping exercise on the blank map distributed in class (also attached).
In addition, please complete part 2 from the video study questions for the "Prehistory & Birth of Civilization" video we watched in class.
Due: Thursday, September 19th.
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Assignment #7 (continued) Reading Questions -- Prehistory & the Birth of Civilization
Please complete reading the handout "Prehistory & the Birth of Civilization" and respond the questions #7-13. Also, please remember to define the remainder of the terms appearing in question #1.
Due: Friday, September 13th.
Please complete reading the handout "Prehistory & the Birth of Civilization" and respond the questions #7-13. Also, please remember to define the remainder of the terms appearing in question #1.
Due: Friday, September 13th.
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Assignment #7: Reading Questions -- Prehistory & the Birth of Civilization
Please read and annotate the handout entitled "Prehistory & the Birth of Civilization" (attached) and respond to the first 6 questions on the attached handout in well-developed paragraphs. Also define the first 4 terms identified in question #1.
Due: Your responses may be typed or handwritten neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Wednesday, September 11th.
Assignment #7: Reading Questions -- Prehistory & the Birth of Civilization
Please read and annotate the handout entitled "Prehistory & the Birth of Civilization" (attached) and respond to the first 6 questions on the attached handout in well-developed paragraphs. Also define the first 4 terms identified in question #1.
Due: Your responses may be typed or handwritten neatly in blue or black ink, and are due on Wednesday, September 11th.
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Assignment #6: Final Reflection -- Contemporary Controversies
Impressive work today on the group presentations in all 3 rotations !!! Those who listened carefully surely learned quite a bit about what is taking place in the world.
In preparation for further discussion on these topics next Monday, please respond in your journals to the 3 prompts appearing on the attached document. Each prompt deserves at least one well-developed paragraph.
Due: Monday, September 9th.
Assignment #6: Final Reflection -- Contemporary Controversies
Impressive work today on the group presentations in all 3 rotations !!! Those who listened carefully surely learned quite a bit about what is taking place in the world.
In preparation for further discussion on these topics next Monday, please respond in your journals to the 3 prompts appearing on the attached document. Each prompt deserves at least one well-developed paragraph.
Due: Monday, September 9th.
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Blank Page Map Quiz -- Rescheduled
Study for the Blank Page Map Quiz. This quiz will require you to draw the approximate outline shapes of the 7 continents on a blank sheet of paper, and to label the continents as well as the 5 oceans. You will also be required to draw and label the Equator, the Prime Meridian, and a compass rose.
Due: Monday, September 9th.
Blank Page Map Quiz -- Rescheduled
Study for the Blank Page Map Quiz. This quiz will require you to draw the approximate outline shapes of the 7 continents on a blank sheet of paper, and to label the continents as well as the 5 oceans. You will also be required to draw and label the Equator, the Prime Meridian, and a compass rose.
Due: Monday, September 9th.
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All group presentations will be delivered on Thursday, September 5th. Please share your Google Slides with Mr. Kaufman ([email protected]) prior to class using the following format: Rotation Name, Topic, Student Last Name, Date.
A copy of the project rubric is attached to assist you in preparing your presentation. Please remember to choreograph and rehearse your presentation prior to attending class on Thursday.
Due: Thursday, September 5th.
All group presentations will be delivered on Thursday, September 5th. Please share your Google Slides with Mr. Kaufman ([email protected]) prior to class using the following format: Rotation Name, Topic, Student Last Name, Date.
A copy of the project rubric is attached to assist you in preparing your presentation. Please remember to choreograph and rehearse your presentation prior to attending class on Thursday.
Due: Thursday, September 5th.
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Contemporary Controversies & Events -- Revised Deadlines
The rough draft of your briefing paper, which includes a substantial amount of research on your topic, will be reviewed for credit on Thursday, August 29th. Time will be provided that day as well to begin working with your research team on the group presentation.
The final draft of your briefing paper is now due on Tuesday, September 3rd.
All group presentations will be delivered on Thursday, September 5th.
A sample paper in MLA format is attached. This paper does not reflect the "briefing paper" content, but is simply intended to guide you in formatting your paper.
Contemporary Controversies & Events -- Revised Deadlines
The rough draft of your briefing paper, which includes a substantial amount of research on your topic, will be reviewed for credit on Thursday, August 29th. Time will be provided that day as well to begin working with your research team on the group presentation.
The final draft of your briefing paper is now due on Tuesday, September 3rd.
All group presentations will be delivered on Thursday, September 5th.
A sample paper in MLA format is attached. This paper does not reflect the "briefing paper" content, but is simply intended to guide you in formatting your paper.
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Assignment #5: Project -- Contemporary Controversies & Events
Please see the attached descriptor for details. Students should identify 3 potential current event topics of personal interest.
Due: See the handout for various due dates. Groups will select topics on Tuesday, August 27th.
Assignment #5: Project -- Contemporary Controversies & Events
Please see the attached descriptor for details. Students should identify 3 potential current event topics of personal interest.
Due: See the handout for various due dates. Groups will select topics on Tuesday, August 27th.
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Assignment #4: Late Night @ Windsor High: Discovery Edition
See the attached descriptor for the details regarding this project.
All students should select a 15-20 second musical clip playable on YouTube, and prepare their typewritten list of 10 questions by Friday, August 23rd. We will begin presentations that day.
Due: Friday, August 23rd.
Assignment #4: Late Night @ Windsor High: Discovery Edition
See the attached descriptor for the details regarding this project.
All students should select a 15-20 second musical clip playable on YouTube, and prepare their typewritten list of 10 questions by Friday, August 23rd. We will begin presentations that day.
Due: Friday, August 23rd.
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Assignment #3: Blank Page Map Quiz
Study for the Blank Page Map Quiz. This quiz will require you to draw the outline shapes of the 7 continents on a blank sheet of paper, and to label the continents as well as the 5 oceans. You will also be required to draw and label the Equator, the Prime Meridian, and a compass rose.
Due: Friday, August 23rd.
Assignment #3: Blank Page Map Quiz
Study for the Blank Page Map Quiz. This quiz will require you to draw the outline shapes of the 7 continents on a blank sheet of paper, and to label the continents as well as the 5 oceans. You will also be required to draw and label the Equator, the Prime Meridian, and a compass rose.
Due: Friday, August 23rd.
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Assignment #2: Geography -- Review of Basic Concepts & Quiz
Part 1. Geography Review. Read and study the attached excerpts from the textbook Patterns of Interaction as well as the maps of the continents, oceans and seas. Also, view the short youtube video below which explains the concepts of latitude and longitude. (The URL is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swKBi6hHHMA if there is difficulty in transmission). Then respond to the following.
1. Define absolute and relative location. What is the difference between these concepts? What are San Francisco's absolute and relative locations. (Your response should be recorded on the reverse side of the blank map which you complete for #2 below.)
2. Locate and label the following on the blank global map distributed in class.
Meridians of Longitude; Parallels of Latitude; Equator; Prime Meridian; Scale; Compass Rose.
The 7 Continents (Asia, Europe, N. America, S. America, Oceania, Africa & Antarctica).
The 5 Oceans (Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic, Indian, & Southern (Antarctic)).
The 5 Major Seas (Mediterranean, Black, Red, South China, & Caribbean).
An additional blank global outline map is attached to assist you in completing this homework and studying for the quiz.
Part 2. Quiz. A quiz covering the geographic terms and concepts listed in #2 above will be held on Wednesday, August 21st. In addition to labeling a blank global map, you should be prepared to identify the absolute locations (i.e., the latitude and longitude) of several specific locations on the map. Remember, absolute location is always reported in the following format (Latitude, Longitude) (i.e., distance north or south of the equator measured in degrees, distance east or west of the prime meridian measured in degrees).
Due: Wednesday, August 21st.
Assignment #2: Geography -- Review of Basic Concepts & Quiz
Part 1. Geography Review. Read and study the attached excerpts from the textbook Patterns of Interaction as well as the maps of the continents, oceans and seas. Also, view the short youtube video below which explains the concepts of latitude and longitude. (The URL is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swKBi6hHHMA if there is difficulty in transmission). Then respond to the following.
1. Define absolute and relative location. What is the difference between these concepts? What are San Francisco's absolute and relative locations. (Your response should be recorded on the reverse side of the blank map which you complete for #2 below.)
2. Locate and label the following on the blank global map distributed in class.
Meridians of Longitude; Parallels of Latitude; Equator; Prime Meridian; Scale; Compass Rose.
The 7 Continents (Asia, Europe, N. America, S. America, Oceania, Africa & Antarctica).
The 5 Oceans (Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic, Indian, & Southern (Antarctic)).
The 5 Major Seas (Mediterranean, Black, Red, South China, & Caribbean).
An additional blank global outline map is attached to assist you in completing this homework and studying for the quiz.
Part 2. Quiz. A quiz covering the geographic terms and concepts listed in #2 above will be held on Wednesday, August 21st. In addition to labeling a blank global map, you should be prepared to identify the absolute locations (i.e., the latitude and longitude) of several specific locations on the map. Remember, absolute location is always reported in the following format (Latitude, Longitude) (i.e., distance north or south of the equator measured in degrees, distance east or west of the prime meridian measured in degrees).
Due: Wednesday, August 21st.
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Assignment #1: Class Policies & Notebook Purchase; Reflection: Why Study History?
This first assignment has 2 parts.
Part 1: Class Policies & Notebook Purchase.
Please review the attached Class Policies & Procedures and note any questions. Then print a copy and review the policies with your parents/guardians before BOTH you and your parents/guardians sign the document on page 2. Bring the signed copy with you to class on Monday, August 19th.
Also, please purchase and bring with you an 8 1/2" x 11" Single Subject College Ruled Spiral Bound Notebook which will be left in our classroom and used for in-class writing assignments.
Part 2: Reading, Annotation, & Written Reflection
Please read and annotate the article entitled "Why Study History?" (attached). Then, write a 1 to
1 1/2 page typewritten essay (MLA format, double spaced, approximately 250 to 350 words in length) responding to the question: "Why should we study history?".
Your essay should state a main idea and support it with evidence and logic. Please feel free to draw inspiration, ideas, and quotations from the article, but your essay should not simply summarize its main ideas.
Due: Monday, August 19th.
Assignment #1: Class Policies & Notebook Purchase; Reflection: Why Study History?
This first assignment has 2 parts.
Part 1: Class Policies & Notebook Purchase.
Please review the attached Class Policies & Procedures and note any questions. Then print a copy and review the policies with your parents/guardians before BOTH you and your parents/guardians sign the document on page 2. Bring the signed copy with you to class on Monday, August 19th.
Also, please purchase and bring with you an 8 1/2" x 11" Single Subject College Ruled Spiral Bound Notebook which will be left in our classroom and used for in-class writing assignments.
Part 2: Reading, Annotation, & Written Reflection
Please read and annotate the article entitled "Why Study History?" (attached). Then, write a 1 to
1 1/2 page typewritten essay (MLA format, double spaced, approximately 250 to 350 words in length) responding to the question: "Why should we study history?".
Your essay should state a main idea and support it with evidence and logic. Please feel free to draw inspiration, ideas, and quotations from the article, but your essay should not simply summarize its main ideas.
Due: Monday, August 19th.
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