B Day

We began the Renaissance Unit. Students copied the syllabus off the board (so get them from a classmate if you were absent). Also students worked on yellow worksheet: Improvements in Europe. In order to complete the chart you will need to read the chapter in the text beginning on page 387. Also students finished bookwork assignment from last class. (page 477 #1-8).

A Day

We began the Renaissance Unit. Students copied the syllabus off the board (so get them from a classmate if you were absent). Also students worked on yellow worksheet: Improvements in Europe. In order to complete the chart you will need to read the chapter in the text beginning on page 387. Also students finished bookwork assignment from last class. (page 477 #1-8).

All classes.

Since we are done with the Middle Ages Unit we will be watching Monty Python And the Holy Grail for the next couple of classes.

If you have been absent you need to hand in the following items:

!00 years war and the Plague Chart
England and France develop Chart
William the Conqueror
Magna Carta Venn Diagram
Middle Ages Unit Exam Cheat sheet.

If you missed the test you need to make arrangements to make it up.

Gregory and Boniface and the big test question...

Ok there seems to be some confusion about these guys.

Gregory was a pope who starting in the year 590 is famous for working to create a dynamic church that was secular and powerful.

Don't remember what secular means? Look it up!

Boniface VIII was a pope who fought with the French King in 1300. He was trying to reassert his power of the Kings of Europe (as previous popes had). But this was after the power of the popes diminished due to the crusades. This would lead to a conflict that would further diminish the church's authority: The Great Schism. You have a chart about the great schism, so read up on it.

B day

New Vocab:

Heresy: holding religious beliefs that differ from the teaching of the church

Inquisition: a court held by the church to suppress heresy

Heretic: one who commits heresy

Exam: The exam will look pretty much like your middle ages unit syllabus. You will NOT be tested on objectives # 5 and #8.

I will include one additional question on the exam: "How did the authority of the Catholic Church change over the course of the middle ages? Explain with 5 specific details."

The answer for this question can be found throughout the unit, not in one place. Please consider the rise of church power mirroring the rise of the Frankish Empire (worksheet: "Charlemagne unites German Kingdoms"), crusades, inquisition, serfdom, results of the black death, and the various popes we talked about.

Here is another hint: The power of the church rose steadily, peaked, and then declined. Fill in the appropriate details.



Vocab to be added to your syllabus: Magna Carta, Common Law, Gregory VII, and Boniface VIII.

A Day

New Vocab:

Heresy: holding religious beliefs that differ from the teaching of the church

Inquisition: a court held by the church to suppress heresy

Heretic: one who commits heresy

Exam: The exam will look pretty much like your middle ages unit syllabus. You will NOT be tested on objectives # 5 and #8.

I will include one additional question on the exam: "How did the authority of the Catholic Church change over the course of the middle ages? Explain with 5 specific details."

The answer for this question can be found throughout the unit, not in one place. Please consider the rise of church power mirroring the rise of the Frankish Empire (worksheet: "Charlemagne unites German Kingdoms"), crusades, inquisition, serfdom, results of the black death, and the various popes we talked about.

Here is another hint: The power of the church rose steadily, peaked, and then declined. Fill in the appropriate details.

Vocab to be added to your syllabus: Magna Carta, Common Law, Gregory VII, and Boniface III.

oops....forgot to post class activities last Wednesday

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

B day

1. Worksheet: "England and France Develop" (orange in cubby). Answers for chart can be found in text.

2. On back: William the Conqueror. Answer questions 1-3 on a separate piece of Paper.

3. Also...complete Magna Carta Worksheet. I will collect the Magna Carta work and the William the Conqueror answers next class.

Middle Ages Unit Exam will be on Thursday Dec. 4. You have been warned.

A day

1. Worksheet: "England and France Develop" (orange in cubby). Answers for chart can be found in text.

2. On back: William the Conqueror. Answer questions 1-3 on a separate piece of Paper.

3. Also...complete Magna Carta Worksheet. I will collect the Magna Carta work and the William the Conqueror answers next class.

Middle Ages Unit Exam will be on Wednesday Dec. 3. You have been warned.

Friday 11/21 and Monday 11/24

We took notes on the Black Death and 100 years war. I did not collect the worksheet from last class ("100 years war and the Plague").

Thursday Nov. 20 B day

We finished notes on "The Age of Faith", mostly dealing with the long and short term effects of the crusades on Europe. Class completed the worksheet "Hundred Years war and the Plague" (yellowish, in the cubby).

Students should begin to review their notes for unit exam. It is still a little while away, but you will be responsible for A LOT more information than you have been on past exams. Remember: the best way to prepare is to review your notes a little bit every day, so you are not overwhelmed come test day.

A Day

We finished notes on "The Age of Faith", mostly dealing with the long and short term effects of the crusades on Europe. Class completed the worksheet "Hundred Years war and the Plague" (yellowish, in the cubby).

Students should begin to review their notes for unit exam. It is still a little while away, but you will be responsible for A LOT more information than you have been on past exams. Remember: the best way to prepare is to review your notes a little bit every day, so you are not overwhelmed come test day.

B day

We began class with the feudalism quiz. If you missed it you need to see me and make it up

I collected the Chivalry activity from last class.

We took notes on the "The age of Faith"

We also read the Urban II worksheet (grey in cubby) and answered the three questions on a separate sheet of paper in full sentences. Hold onto the sheet because we will complete the other side next class.

A day

We began class with the feudalism quiz. If you missed it you need to see me and make it up

I collected the Chivalry activity from last class.

We took notes on the "The age of Faith"

We also read the Urban II worksheet (grey in cubby) and answered the three questions on a separate sheet of paper in full sentences. Hold onto the sheet because we will complete the other side next class.

B Day

Worksheet "The age of chivalry" (yellow, in cubby). Use chapter 13 section 3 to complete this assignment. When complete answer question number 2 on textbook page 369 on the back of the worksheet (give 5 examples).

We also reviewed last weeks lesson on Feudalism.

There will be a 20 pt quiz on feudalism next class! Study feudalism vocab and concepts (fief, vassal, serf, manorialism, etc.).

Good luck!

A day

Worksheet "The age of chivalry" (yellow, in cubby). Use chapter 13 section 3 to complete this assignment. When complete answer question number 2 on textbook page 369 on the back of the worksheet (give 5 examples).

We also reviewed last weeks lesson on Feudalism.

There will be a 20 pt quiz on feudalism next class! Study feudalism vocab and concepts (fief, vassal, serf, manorialism, etc.).

Good luck!

B Day

Feudalism PowerPoint. Get notes if absent. "Feudalism in Europe" Worksheet (yellow, in cubby) completed in class. Opposite side "Duties of Lords and Vassals" due for homework (separate sheet of paper and full sentences).

A day

Feudalism PowerPoint. Get notes if absent. "Feudalism in Europe" Worksheet (yellow, in cubby) completed in class. Opposite side "Duties of Lords and Vassals" due for homework (separate sheet of paper and full sentences).

A day

We began Unit 2: The Middle Ages. Grab a Unit two syllabus from the cubby (bright pink sheet). Class then took notes on the Middle ages (get them from a classmate). We then completed the worksheet "Charlemagne unites Germanic Kingdoms". Use Section 1 of chapter 13 to fill in the chart. For homework, students will complete the other side "Charlemagne, legendary King". Answer questions in full sentences on a separate sheet of paper.

B Day

We began Unit 2: The Middle Ages. Grab a Unit two syllabus from the cubby (bright pink sheet). Class then took notes on the Middle ages (get them from a classmate). We then completed the worksheet "Charlemagne unites Germanic Kingdoms". Use Section 1 of chapter 13 to fill in the chart. For homework, students will complete the other side "Charlemagne, legendary King". Answer questions in full sentences on a separate sheet of paper.

Roman Empire Exam. 88 Points. Don't forget your cheat sheets for 10 points extra credit.

Be prepared to be tested on the following info....

People:
Jesus, Constantine, Julius Caesar, Octavian, Theodosius, Augustus, Gaius Gracchus, Hannibal, Nero, and the Julio-Claudians

Places:
Gaul, Carthage, Masada, Judea

Vocab:
Patricians, Tribunes, Etruscans, Plebeians, Pax Romana

The differences between the Roman and American forms of Republican Government.

The names of the Tribes that invaded Rome in the 4th and 5th centuries.

3 concrete reasons for the failure of the Roman Republic.

3 Concrete reasons for the collapse of the Western Roman Empire.

A day

All classes: we went over the "Fall of the Roman Empire Worksheet". Please complete if absent and hand in next class. We also reviewed for the exam.

B day

5th Period...Class finished Fall of Roman Empire Worksheet. We also reviewed for the exam on Wednesday.

Grades have been updated. Check your grades!!!

8th Period: Class finished Fall of Roman Empire Worksheet. We also completed the Dinner with Attila the Hun reading on the other side. Do only question #2. We also reviewed for the exam on Wednesday.

Grades have been updated. Check your grades!!!

A Day

Periods 1-4: Powerpoint on the fall of the Roman Empire/Christianity. Get notes if absent. Class also began working on Fall of the Roman Empire worksheet (pink, in cubby). Have this completed by next class.

A day grades have been updated. Please check family access for any discreprencies. Remember: it is YOUR responsibility to collect graded work from the bin.

Rome Unit Exam is coming. Start studying your notes. Create a cheat sheet for 10 points extra credit.

Thursday, Oct 16 Classwork

Period 5: Powerpoint on the fall of the Roman Empire/Christianity. Get notes if absent.

Period 8: Powerpoint on the fall of the Roman Empire/Christianity. Get notes if absent. Class also began working on Fall of the Roman Empire worksheet (pink, in cubby).


It looks like B day will take the Rome unit exam next Wednesday. Now would be a good time to begin reviewing your notes.

Wednesday, Oct. 15 Classwork

Periods 1-4: Short Powerpoint on the Roman Empire, worksheet "Nero's family affair".

You guys know what to do if you were absent.

Euro Classes Thurday and Friday 10/9 and 10/10

Mr Oswald is going to be absent for a few days. Here is your assignment that will be completed in the library on Thursday and Friday.

Follow this link:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Roman_Emperors

1. You will choose 4 Roman Emperors (after the reign of Nero).

2. You will tell me the following information....
A. Where the Emperor was born.
B. The Years they ruled over the Roman Empire.
C. Major accomplishments during the Emperors reign.
D. Legacy.

3. You will discuss whether the Emperor was a good or bad ruler, giving specific examples.

Your work should be in full sentences and typed. Include a pic of the Emperor if available.

Your work will be reviewed and collected when I return next week.

B day

PowerPoint on the Roman Empire....get notes from the website or a classmate. Also complete worksheet... "Nero's Family Affair". The worksheet can be found in the cubby.

October 6th and 7th

All classes for the above dates.....read page 160-165 in the Euro text, and answer questions 1,2,3,6 and 7 on page 165. I will collect this assignment and ALL other bookwork next week.

A day

Roman Republic PowerPoint. Get notes if absent. Text page 157. Read the chart comparing Roman and American representative governments. Answer the two questions at the bottom of the chart in full sentences.

B day...

Roman Republic PowerPoint. Get notes if absent. Text page 157. Read the chart comparing Roman and American representative governments. Answer the two questions at the bottom of the chart in full sentences.

Thursday and Fridays assignment

This post is for both A and B days (Thursday and Friday).

Bookwork: Read 142-145 in the text

on 145 #'s 5,6,7.

On 146: Define hellenistic.

This assignment will be collected after the exam and is worth 10 points.

Study for the exam!

B day

We finished Greece with the "Golden Age of Greece" powerpoint. Get notes if absent. Class also completed "The Peloponnesian War" worksheet for homework (yellow, in the cubby). Complete if absent.


EXAM WILL BE ON MONDAY 9/29

The exam will include the first two parts of your unit one syllabus (Ancient Civilization and Greece).

Heres a helpful hint: memorize the results of both the Persian and Peloponnesian wars.

More hints to follow!

A day

We finished Greece with the "Golden Age of Greece" powerpoint. Get notes if absent. Class also completed "The Peloponnesian War" worksheet (yellow, in the cubby). Complete if absent.


EXAM WILL BE ON MONDAY 9/29

The exam will include the first two parts of your unit one syllabus (Ancient Civilization and Greece).

Heres a helpful hint: memorize the results of both the Persian and Peloponnesian wars.

More hints to follow!

B-day

Orange worksheet: The rise of ancient Greece. We adapted the instructions...students are to use Microsoft publisher to create a newsletter with articles about the Persian Wars. Include Newspaper name, article title, picture, article itself, and an interview (historical person or made-up). Due next class.

b day:

5th Period: Finished Persian war PowerPoint. Get notes. Completed worksheet "Spartan and Athenian Models" (yellowish, in the cubby). Complete questions on a separate sheet of paper and hand in if absent.

Library card check. If absent it is your responsibility to show me your library card NEXT CLASS for full credit.

Map Exam: If absent it is your responsibility to make arrangements to take the test.

8th Period:
Completed worksheet "Spartan and Athenian Models" (yellowish, in the cubby). Complete questions on a separate sheet of paper and hand in if absent.

Library card check. If absent it is your responsibility to show me your library card NEXT CLASS for full credit.

Map Exam: If absent it is your responsibility to make arrangements to take the test.

A day

1st-4th periods:

Powerpoint: Greek Civilization and the Persian Wars. Get notes if you missed it.

Handout "The Spartan and Athenian Models" (yellowish, in the cubby, grab one). We will work on it next class.

Library Cards were due....if you were absent I will want to see them next class. Fourth Period library cards due next Thursday.

B Day

5th Period:

1. Page 83 in the textbook. Read documents and answer #1-4 at the bottom of the page in FULL sentences. Make sure your name and class period is on your work when you put it in your class cubby.

2. Persian war powerpoint. Get the notes online or from a classmate.


8th Period:

1. Page 83 in the textbook. Read documents and answer #1-4 at the bottom of the page in FULL sentences. Make sure your name and class period is on your work when you put it in your class cubby.

2. Persian war powerpoint. Get the notes online or from a classmate.

3. "Spartan and Athenian Models" worksheet. Grab a copy from the cubby. Read and answer the questions in FULL sentences on a separate sheet of paper, put in period 8 cubby.

A day:

1st period: Rise of civilization PowerPoint and Notes. If you were absent notes can be found in the cubby (tan paper titled rise of civilization).

Complete assignment on page 83 of the text. Answer all questions at bottom of page in FULL sentences. When complete, turn it in at the space marked 1st period on the cubby.


Period 2,3,4: Complete assignment on page 83. Answer all questions at bottom of page in FULL sentences. When complete, turn it in at the cubby.

Also, read127-133 in the text, complete #1 and #6 on page133. Do not turn this assignment in, I will collect it at a latter date.

All classes will begin taking notes on ancient Greece next Wednesday.

Euro Map Exam

A day: Friday 09/19
B day: Thursday 09/18

You have been warned.

B day Euro:

5th Period: Student Presentation of Euro Nation PowerPoints.

8th Period: Began Greece Powerpoint. Make sure to get the notes for next class.

Euro Studies A day:

1st period: Today we presented our euro projects. If you didn't get them on time, get them in as soon as possible before you lose full credit. Submission instruction are below.

2nd period
3rd period
4th period

"Rise of civilization PowerPoint" If absent, please grab the notes from the cubby (titled "rise of civ. on the light brown paper). PowerPoint can be found on my website.

Don't forget map exam next friday, library cards also due.

B day euro classes:
1. We postponed the PowerPoint presentation until next Friday. Please remember to email your PowerPoint to the email provided in the previous post.

2. We went over the first lesson of the school year "Rise of Civilization" The lecture can be found on my webpage (ancient civilizations hyperlink). Be sure to grab the lecture notes out of the cubby (light brown sheet titled "rise of civilization").

3. Do not forget to study for the map exam. You will take it a week from tomorrow.
Once again, here is a game to help you study...

http://www.ilike2learn.com/ilike2learn/europe.html

READ ME

I have created a website so you can submit your work electronically. oswaldliberty@gmail.com.

When you send me work please format the message as: Your last name and period #.

So if your name is Chris Oswald and you have Euro Studies 1st period, your message should read Oswald.1

Please submit your Nation Powerpoint before next class.

Euro Nation PowerPoint

Once we have completed our Euro Maps (don't forget to study for the map exam!) students will create a short powerpoint presentation on a European nation. The following information must be included:


Square Miles...Area Comparative...Population...Ethnic Groups...Religions...Language...Government Type...Leader...Exports...Alliances...Two famous historical figures...three historical events

Most of the information can be found online at CIA FACTBOOK.

Please include a map of the nation and some pics showing landmarks, cities, ethnic dress, etc.

This is an open ended project...you will be graded on completion of the required info. Be prepared to present your information to the class. ( no more than 3 minutes per student).

Euro Studies sep. 5 (a day)

Today In class:

1. Map exercise. Grab a green map from the cubby. Atlases can be found beneath. Turn to page 97 and identify each country on the green map. (Hint: you want to just number the individual countries and create a map key to the side of the actual Europe Map). You will be tested on the Europe map.

2. We will be meeting in Library on Tuesday. See Mr. Oswald For Instructions.

Map Practice....

Here is a great tool for practicing our Euro Map for the coming exam.

http://www.ilike2learn.com/ilike2learn/europe.html

(don't worry if you don't know the tiny city-states such as Malta, Andora, etc...).

Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment Exam!!!!

There will be a test on Thursday and Friday this week. For the Scientific revolution portion review the chart worksheet. Remember question #3: that details how the Scientific Revolution led to the enlightenment. The enlightenment portion of the test will review the reading and chart on Hobbes and Locke. You will be required to recreate the chart on the test. The terms and vocab from the Enlightenment PowerPoint will also be on the test.

Boy, I sure hope you guys are reading this.

Attention Euro Studies!!! Final Exam Info!!!

Your final exam with be a 2nd Euro map test. Start Practicing. This time you will need to know ALL of the nations.

Here is a great practice site! Get to work!!

http://www.ilike2learn.com/ilike2learn/europe.html

This week in Euro Studies:

Renaissance Worksheet, Powerpoint on Renaissance. Renaissance UNit Syllabus. See me if you did not get the handouts, notes are on line.

Be warned! Humanism pop quiz in you future!