Greek Myths and Philosophies

On Friday 26th, Oct. we discussed the difference between wisdom and knowledge. We looked at two different approaches to gaining both of these through philosophy and myth. If you were absent, you will need to read Chapter 4 Section 4 of your text and makes sure you can answer the questions and define the terms on your notes sheet. After you have read the section, complete the ENTIRE review on page 131 for the section.

Notes: Greek Philosophies

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Classical Greece

On Wednesday 24th, Oct. we discussed the video notes and corrected the questions from the video. We then looked at Classical Greece and completed on assignment on Athens and its culture in ancient times. If you were absent, you will need to be sure and hand in your assignment from last time and read pages 118-123 of your text and complete the worksheet.

Worksheet: Classical Greece

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The Aegean World and Greek City States

On Monday 22nd, Oct. we watched a video on the Aegean world and some of the myths and stories we have heard that are related to this era. We then talked about the development of the Greek city states of Sparta and Athens.

If you were absent, you will need to read Chapter 4 Section 2 of your textbook and complete the notes sheet. You will also need to write a 1 page typed, double spaced report on the following topics - Minoan civilization. This 1 page report will make up for the video you missed.

Notes: Ancient Greece

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Test Correction and Greek Geography

On Tuesday 16th, Oct. we corrected our test from last time. We also began our unit on ancient Greece by considering some of the geography and creating a small map. Unfortunately the map is not downloadable to the web, so you will need to come in and pick that up.

We were on a very short schedule due to an assembly. That is all we did.

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TEST: Ancient India and China

On Friday 12th, Oct. we took our test on ancient India and China. If you were absent, you will need to arrange a time before or after school to take the test. You have two weeks from today to do so.

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REVIEW: Ancient India and China

On Wednesday 10th, Oct. we reviewed for our test on Friday. If you were absent, you will need to download the following study guide and begin studying. There was a review crossword; however, it is not available online and you will need to come in to get it.

Review Crossword: (NEED TO PICK UP IN PERSON)

Study Guide: Ancient India and China

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Early Chinese Dynasties

On Monday 8th, Oct. I was absent and there was a substitute. We focused on this day on the ancient Chinese. If you were absent, you will need to do the following to make up what you missed. The notes can be learned by reading the text (see pages below) or copying from a friend. The assignment can be completed using the text. Please follow the instructions. 

IMPORTANT: Please read pages 86-90 & 94-96 for the notes.

Notes: Early Chinese Dynasties

Assignment: Chinese Philosophies

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Religions of India

On Thursday 4th, Oct. we looked at Hinduism and Buddhism and discussed their development, main precepts, and impact on India. We also continued discussing the first empires of India and their characteristics. If you were absent, you will need to do the following to make up what you missed. The notes are not from the book so you will need to copy from a friend and the worksheet can be completed by using the textbook.

Notes: Religions of India

Assignment: New Empires of India

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The First Empires of India

On Tuesday 2nd, Oct. we watched a video on the first empires of ancient India. We focused particularly on the Mauryan Empire and its founder Chandragupta Maurya and his grandson Ashoka. If you were absent you will need to do the following to make up what you missed: write a one page typed, double spaced report on the Mauryan Empire. Be sure to mention Chandragupta Maurya and Ashoka in your report and why they were important.

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