Empire State of Mind
Rules & Laws
Geography
Famous Rulers
Mr. Havird
100

The largest land empire in history; created by Genghis Khan

Mongolian Empire

100

This famous set of harsh laws was created in Mesopotamia and named after their most famous ruler.

Hammurabi's Code

100

What is the nickname for the area of Mesopotamia that had good soil for farming?

Fertile Crescent


100

Famous absolute monarch of Russia who westernized his country and built Russia's first navy.

Peter the Great

100

What state is Mr. Havird from?

South Carolina

200

Most powerful empire of the Americas; located in modern-day Mexico

Aztecs

200

Set of laws named after the ruler of the Byzantine Empire; these laws inspired future European laws

Justinian's Code

200

This mountain range on the border of India and China serves as a natural barrier for invasion.

Himalayan Mountains

200

Macedonian king who conquered Greece Egypt, Persia, India and combined their cultures to create the Hellenistic culture.

Alexander the Great

200

How many years has Mr. Havird been teaching at Amityville Memorial High School? 

2 years

300

This empire included territory in Europe, Africa, and Asia; enemy of Carthage

Roman Empire

300
Name at least 3 of the 5 Pillars of Islam

-Statement of faith

-Pilgrimage to Mecca

-Fasting during Ramadan

-Prayer 5 times a day

-Giving money to the poor 

300
Camels were used to travel across this desert and led to an increase in the gold and salt trade.

Sahara Desert

300

First emperor of China who unified China during the Warring States period; built the Great Wall.

Shi Huangdi

300

Where in New York did Mr. Havird teach before moving to Long Island?

Brooklyn

400

Name for the new empire after the fall of Rome; capital city was Constantinople

Byzantine Empire

400

This strict system of laws were created by Shi Huangdi and China

Legalism

400

These predictable winds helped boats in the Indian Ocean travel faster and led to an increase in trade.

Monsoons

400

Leader of Athens during the Athenian Golden Age; led Athens against Sparta during the Peloponesian War

Pericles

400

What other course, besides Global 9, does Mr. Havird teach this year?

United States History

500

Major empire of India during India's Golden Age; invented the concept of zero

Gupta Empire

500

Famous set of laws of the Roman Republic; Hint: There is a number in the name.

Twelve Tables

500

What two methods did the Inca and Aztec use to adapt to their environment and grow food?

Chinampas & Terrace Farming

500

Leader of the Gupta Empire of India during their Golden Age.

Chandragupta

500

Mr. Havird got married in which European country?

Italy