February 27, 2004

Agenda

  1. Peloponnesian War Summary Chart
  2. Golden Age of Pericles Notes and PowerPoint
  3. Directions for 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.
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February 25, 2004

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 Started Peloponnesian War Video Summary. Students copied questions to answer during video.

Homework

  1. Guided Reading 4-4. Use pp. 120-124 of your text.
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February 23, 2004

Agenda

  1. 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).
  2. Comparison of Life in Athens & Sparta and PowerPoint
  3. Persian War Video and Guide (completed “Background Info” on Video Guide, but did not begin video yet)

Homework

  1. None!
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February 19, 2004

Agenda

  1. Geography of Greece Notes and PowerPoint
  2. Polis Notes and PowerPoint
  3. Finish Athenian forms of government worksheet using the PowerPoint.
  4. 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.
  5. Start 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)
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February 17, 2004

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. 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. Since we did not finish the in-class activity and you did not have a chance to read through the whole “Rise of Democracy” packet, you DO NOT have any HW for Thur 2/19!
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February 12, 2004

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.
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February 10, 2004

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.
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February 06, 2004

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.
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February 04, 2004

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 Fri 2/13: Greek Mythology Group Project (Directions & Rubric)
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February 02, 2004

Agenda

  1. HW Check: Guided Reading 4-1
  2. Explained Greek Mythology Group Project and students formed their groups. Handed out Project Directions & Rubric.
  3. Continue 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.
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