Hist. Concept/Theme
Historical Change is Complicated, because
Change affects all areas of life. Belief, values, technology, politics, and society.
The Greek word for City
Polis
If it wasn't for my heel, I would be immortal. Who am I?
Achilles
I am Considered the Father of all the Gods.
ZEUS
I am the ruler of the Underworld.
Hades
Understanding events as they happen is important, because
We understand the ideas and beliefs of the time and not imposing modern day values on the past.
A high flat top hill in the middle of Athens, the Parthenon sits on top of it.
The Acropolis
I changed my name to Nobody and tricked a hideous beast. Who am I?
Odysseus
I tamed a wild horse, became general of an army at the age of 20 and had an empire by the age of 30. Who am I?
Alexander the Great
This City-State is known for their tough and strong military presence.
Sparta
Themes: Define Immigration and Migration
Immigration: the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country.
Migration: Human migration involves the movement of people from one place to another with intentions of settling, permanently or temporarily, at a new location.
A system of government, ruled by 1 ruler, a King or Queen
Monarchy
Equal rights and education for all children! Who am I?
Plato
The United States Government is said to have modeled their government after this Greek City-State.
Athens
In the Battle of Thermopylae, 300 Spartans fought this country
Persia
Theme: Explain the importance of Global Relations
Relationships are built to create allies and responsibilites for other countries around the world.
A system of government, ruled by the wealthy and elite.
Aristocracy
I am the Father of Logic and Reason. Women are inferior to men and slavery is a part of the natural order. Who am I?
Aristotle
The Greeks offered this prize to the Trojan Army as a peace offering, however, it wasn't very peaceful.
A giant wooden horse
List three that are unique about the Modern Olympic Games--compared to the Ancient Olympics
1. Men and Women Can Compete
2. Multiple Countries can compete
3. Summer and Winter Olympics
4. Medals-Gold, Silver, Bronze
5. Different Host Nations
Theme: Why are Individual Rights and Responsibilities an important theme in History?
Allow for people to have a voice. Voting is the most fundamental way for citizens to excerise both their rights and responsibilities.
A system of government where the people elect/vote for their representatives.
Democracy
I fought in the Athenian Army and believed in the importance of questioning everything. Who am I?
Socrates
List three similarities between the Modern and Ancient Olympic games
1. Sports-Competition
2. Torch lighting
3. Stadiums
4. Winners/Losers
5. Wrestling, Running Races, Javeling Throw, Discs Toss.
List three things that are unique to the Ancient Olympics, compared to the Modern Olympics
1. Only Men Can Compete
2. Only Greeks were allowed to compete
3. Men competed naked
4. Olympia-Host Site
5. Crowns awarded for winner.