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Standard: SSWH1 The student will analyze the origins, structures, and interactions of complex societies in
the ancient Eastern Mediterranean from 3500 BCE to 500 BCE.
Essential Question: How do unique cultures emerge from common elements?
Opening: Answer and the review questions on Mesopotamia.
1. The Fertile Crescent is the arc of land that is between? 2. The Sumerians believed the afterlife was a, describe?
3. Why was Sumerian writing system developed? 4. What was the significance of the Code of Hammurabi? 5. What new technology did the Hittites bring to Mesopotamia? 6. Describe life in Assyrian society. 7. The Epic of Gilgamesh is?8. Sumerians wrote on? 9. The metal that replaced bronze as the material most commonly used for making tools and weapons was? 10.The movement of people across the Fertile Crescent resulted in the, answer?
Review the Crashcourse video on Mesopotamia using it to ensure that your study sheets are complete and correct.
b. Describe the relationship of religion and political authority in Ancient Egypt.
Egyptian Civilization
Egyptian civilization centered on the Nile River and its delta. Historians divide early Egyptian civilization into three major periods: the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom, and the New Kingdom. Religion was all-important to the Egyptians, who believed that their kings, called pharaohs, ruled by divine right. For thousands of years, Egyptian society maintained a simple structure in which the pharaoh was surrounded by an upper class of nobles and priests. Most of the lower classes were peasants who farmed the land and built the pyramids as tombs for mummified pharaohs. Art, science, and a form of writing called hieroglyphics also flourished. After the New Kingdom collapsed in 1070 B.C., Egypt was dominated by a succession of other empires.
Work session: Watch the video on Egypt and complete note taking device on Egypt.
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Below is a powerpoint on unit one. Use it to supplement other notes in class.
CNN News
Standard: SSWH1 The student will analyze the origins, structures, and interactions of complex societies in
the ancient Eastern Mediterranean from 3500 BCE to 500 BCE.
Essential Question: How do unique cultures emerge from common elements?
Opening: Answer and the review questions on Mesopotamia.
1. The Fertile Crescent is the arc of land that is between? 2. The Sumerians believed the afterlife was a, describe?
3. Why was Sumerian writing system developed? 4. What was the significance of the Code of Hammurabi? 5. What new technology did the Hittites bring to Mesopotamia? 6. Describe life in Assyrian society. 7. The Epic of Gilgamesh is?8. Sumerians wrote on? 9. The metal that replaced bronze as the material most commonly used for making tools and weapons was? 10.The movement of people across the Fertile Crescent resulted in the, answer?
Review the Crashcourse video on Mesopotamia using it to ensure that your study sheets are complete and correct.
b. Describe the relationship of religion and political authority in Ancient Egypt.
Egyptian Civilization
Egyptian civilization centered on the Nile River and its delta. Historians divide early Egyptian civilization into three major periods: the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom, and the New Kingdom. Religion was all-important to the Egyptians, who believed that their kings, called pharaohs, ruled by divine right. For thousands of years, Egyptian society maintained a simple structure in which the pharaoh was surrounded by an upper class of nobles and priests. Most of the lower classes were peasants who farmed the land and built the pyramids as tombs for mummified pharaohs. Art, science, and a form of writing called hieroglyphics also flourished. After the New Kingdom collapsed in 1070 B.C., Egypt was dominated by a succession of other empires.
Work session: Watch the video on Egypt and complete note taking device on Egypt.
SSWH1 The student will analyze the origins, structures, and interactions of complex societies in
the ancient Eastern Mediterranean from 3500 BCE to 500 BCE.
a. Describe the development of Mesopotamian societies; include the religious, cultural, economic,
and political facets of society, with attention to Hammurabi’s law code.
Civilization Begins in Mesopotamia
Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, Mesopotamia was the site of several of the earliest known civilizations. Rainfall was sparse, but unpredictable flooding of the two rivers deposited layers of fertile silt. Irrigation and drainage techniques made regular farming possible. By 3000 B.C., the Sumerians, the creators of the first Mesopotomian civilization, had developed city-states in southern Mesopotamia. They built walled cities and engaged in widespread trade. Like other Mesopotamians, the Sumerians believed gods and goddesses controlled the universe. The city–states were governed as a theocracy. The Sumerians created the cuneiform system of writing and inventions such as the wagon wheel and bronze. The Akkadians overran the Sumerian city-states. Their leader, Sargon, created the first empire in world history. Hammurabi, the ruler of Babylon, eventually came to power. He is remembered for his strict code of law.
Homework on USAtestprep. Complete the Crash Course History fill in the blank notes by watching the videos. Transcripts have been provided.
the ancient Eastern Mediterranean from 3500 BCE to 500 BCE.
a. Describe the development of Mesopotamian societies; include the religious, cultural, economic,
and political facets of society, with attention to Hammurabi’s law code.
Civilization Begins in Mesopotamia
Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, Mesopotamia was the site of several of the earliest known civilizations. Rainfall was sparse, but unpredictable flooding of the two rivers deposited layers of fertile silt. Irrigation and drainage techniques made regular farming possible. By 3000 B.C., the Sumerians, the creators of the first Mesopotomian civilization, had developed city-states in southern Mesopotamia. They built walled cities and engaged in widespread trade. Like other Mesopotamians, the Sumerians believed gods and goddesses controlled the universe. The city–states were governed as a theocracy. The Sumerians created the cuneiform system of writing and inventions such as the wagon wheel and bronze. The Akkadians overran the Sumerian city-states. Their leader, Sargon, created the first empire in world history. Hammurabi, the ruler of Babylon, eventually came to power. He is remembered for his strict code of law.
Homework on USAtestprep. Complete the Crash Course History fill in the blank notes by watching the videos. Transcripts have been provided.
The Agricultural Revolution
The Neolithic Revolution, the period of human history from 8000 B.C. to 4000 B.C., is marked by the rise of systematic agriculture—the domestication of animals and the growing of crops on a regular basis. The ability to farm gave rise to permanent settlements. Systematic agriculture often resulted in the production of more crops than local people could consume. This meant that some people became artisans instead of working in the fields. This specialization of labor led to trade. During the last stages of the Neolithic Age, craftspeople discovered ways of making improved tools and weapons using copper. Mixing copper and tin resulted in a much stronger metal—bronze. The use of this metal marked the beginning of the Bronze Age, which lasted from 3000 B.C. to 1200 B.C. As cultures became more complex, civilizations developed. Large numbers of human beings began to share common elements, including cities, government, religion, social structure, writing, and art.
Guided Reading: Read pages 14 - 19 then copy and answer the following questions. If unable to complete in class do this for homework. Use the internet to answer the questions.
The Neolithic Revolution, the period of human history from 8000 B.C. to 4000 B.C., is marked by the rise of systematic agriculture—the domestication of animals and the growing of crops on a regular basis. The ability to farm gave rise to permanent settlements. Systematic agriculture often resulted in the production of more crops than local people could consume. This meant that some people became artisans instead of working in the fields. This specialization of labor led to trade. During the last stages of the Neolithic Age, craftspeople discovered ways of making improved tools and weapons using copper. Mixing copper and tin resulted in a much stronger metal—bronze. The use of this metal marked the beginning of the Bronze Age, which lasted from 3000 B.C. to 1200 B.C. As cultures became more complex, civilizations developed. Large numbers of human beings began to share common elements, including cities, government, religion, social structure, writing, and art.
Guided Reading: Read pages 14 - 19 then copy and answer the following questions. If unable to complete in class do this for homework. Use the internet to answer the questions.
- Neolithic Revolution
- Systematic Agriculture
- Domestication
- Artisans
- Bronze Age
- Iron Age
- Culture
- Civilization
- Identify the six institutions or customs the people share in a distinct culture.
- Locate the geographic areas where the earliest civilizations started.
- Explain: Why did systematic farming make it possible for cities to develop?
- What role did religion play in these developing societies?
Intro to History and Government
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