World History 9 Block 4

January 7

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:42:34 -0600

Today we will have Quiz #5 , correct it, look at the the history of Christianity in more detail, and look at some original sources from the period.

Homework (last of the quarter): Read pp. 173-177 and answer the following question for Thursday:

* Interpret and analyze each of the quotations on p. 177. What does each mean? What is their view of the Fall of Rome?

Jan 5

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 21:18:36 -0600

Hope everyone had a great break and is well rested. We have a week left in the term. We have a bit to do before then. We will look at the Roman Republic/ Roman Empire this week. On Friday 1/9, we will have an open notes/ open book exam. I will give you more information about it on Tuesday. We will go over our packet today. It is due at the end of the period.

Homework for Wed: Read pp. 168-172. We will also have our final quiz that day.

Dec 19

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:46:53 -0600

I hope you are all ready for a restful and enjoyable break. I am still working on the exams, it is taking longer than I expected. I will post scores and comments on powerschool ASAP. I am still awaiting essays from a few folks. If this is you, please contact me today to let me know what is happening.

Today: We will start with a current events update

Next, I want everyone to look and listen to the following link (you may use headphones):

http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/i/iron_maiden/alexander_the_great.html

This is an example of history in pop culture...

I also have a handout for you w/ important/key information on Alexander.

Remember the packet is due when we return on 1/5.

Best to Everyone!

Dec 18

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 09:20:21 -0600

I am hoping to have the exams graded by tomorrow. I am still waiting on a couple of essays from this block. Please get them to me ASAP. Today we will talk a little about Alexander the Great, and watch a short video on Alexander.

Homework for Friday: Read pp.155-159 and answer the questions on the handout.

Homework due Monday 1/5; Read pp. 160-165 and complete handout. Read readings packet and complete the questions. Please bring to class on 1/5. I will collect everything on 1/5

Dec 17

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:52:19 -0600

I wish you all good look on the test today. We will have 10-15 minutes for questions at the start. Please have your essays printed out and ready to turn in today as well. We will staple them to the rest of the exam.

Homework for Thursday: Read pp. 142-149 in the text and the handout that will be given out in class. Be prepared to discuss them in detail on Thursday.

Dec 16

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 08:51:10 -0600

It was great to touch bases with a lot of you on your essays yesterday. Today we will work on test review. I appreciate all the work most of you have put in on test preparation. We will have a few minutes for questions before the exam on Wed.

Warm Up Dec 12

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:20:30 -0600

Take a look at the following link. It is a video representation of every commercial flight in the world over a 24 hour period. After you watch the video, answer the following questions in groups:

1. What patterns do you see?

2. Where are the busiest areas for flights? Why?

3. What can this visual representation tell you about the course of world history?

4. What other questions do you have about the visual?

http://blog.wired.com/cars/2008/12/earlier-this-ye.html

Warm Up

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:28:24 -0600

Go to the following link

http://www.ancientgreece.co.uk/geography/challenge/cha_set.html

Dec 11

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 22:56:32 -0600

Great work in class today. Thursday we will go over some additional information about the Golden Age of Athens....

Homework for the rest of the week is to prepare your study guide and essay. We will begin review on Friday.

FYI

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:27:05 -0600

This is an example of the type of article suitable for the extra credit assignment.

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/21/world/europe/21rome.html?scp=6&sq=ancient%20rome&st=cse

Dec 10

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:20:13 -0600

NEWS: Test has been Moved to Tuesday 12/16... Today we will start with a quiz, and then look at some more questions about the early Greek city-states. I encourage all of you to join me tomorrow or Friday after school for test review.

Homework for Thursday: Read pp. 134-139 and be prepared to discuss it in detail. Also, continue working on your study guides and or essays.

Current Event

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 12:29:06 -0600

http://www.startribune.com/politics/35796584.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqyP4O:DW3ckUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aULPQL7PQLanchO7DiUs

December 9

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:36:34 -0600

I posted the essay assignment this morning for the exam. We will talk about it in class. We will also go over the readings and your "deep questions".

Homework for Wed. is to read pp.127-133 in the text. There will be a quiz. In addition, please keep working on your study guides as you go.

Long Essay Due 12/15

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:30:24 -0600

This is the long essay due on 12/15 at the time of the exam. I encourage you to seek me out for consultation and advice as you begin to think about the question. I am here to help.

        Long Essay: Your essay should be/have:

1)    Typed/ Double-Spaced
2)    4-5 Paragraphs
3)    A Clear and Distinct Thesis
4)    Topic Sentences
5)    An Introduction and Conclusion
6)    Proper Grammar, Syntax and Spelling
7)    Quotes to Back Up your Thesis/Ideas

Question: We have looked at two excerpts from Herodotus in class. Based on these readings I would like you to answer the following: Compare and contrast Herodotus' view of the Assyrians and the Persians. Based on these texts, and these texts alone, what kind of a view of the ancient world do you think he possessed? Use quotations to back up your ideas.
The links to the excerpts are below.

http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/herodotus-persians.html

http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/greek-babylon.html

Extra Credit Opportunity

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 21:21:08 -0600

I am offering the following Extra Credit opportunities:

I.   You can watch the movie "300 " on your own. Even if you have seen it, I would like you to watch it again. After viewing it, answer the following questions in writing:

1.   How does the film portray Spartans and Persians? What cultural stereotypes/representations are used?

2.   How accurate is the film in terms of history> you should use the information from class and the book in preparing your answer. You may also consult the Internet.

3.   Why is this a compelling story over 2000 years later?

After you answer the questions, you should make an appointment with me to discuss the film and your answers for about 15 minutes or so. You must turn in the assignment and have your appointment before Friday January 9. It is worth up to 30 points.

II.   You can find a story in the media relating to Ancient Greece or Rome. It should have been written in the last year and appear in a reputable source( check with me first). It can be about a new archaeological discovery, a new interpretation of history, etc. However, it needs to connect to the time periods we are studying. After reading the article, you will write a 1-2 page paper answering the following question:

How does this new development affect our understanding of Greek or Roman history, and why does that matter?

You must also make an appointment to discuss your paper by January 9. It is worth up to 30 points.