Athens vs. Sparta continued...

Ancient Greece ELO 2 - I can compare and contrast the Greek city-states of Athens and Sparta.


Today, students checked two assignments in class,"Life in Athens" and "Life in Sparta".  Students solved puzzles to keep their minds active. Next, students had work time to complete a graphic organizer comparing the two city-states.  Next week, students will begin planning their arguments for a debate.

Athens vs. Sparta and Quiz Conferences

Ancient Greece ELO 2 - I can compare and contrast the Greek city-states of Athens and Sparta.

Today, students will work on a graphic organizer to understand the general information about the city-states of Athens and Sparta.  This will prepare students to debate for a specific city-state.  During this work time, students will conference one-on-one with the teacher over their government quizzes.  

Greek Government Quiz!

 ELO 1 - I can compare the four forms of government in Ancient Greece.

Quizzes will be graded immediately and quiz conferences will take place tomorrow during class.  Some students still need to finish or take their quizzes tomorrow.  So far most students are doing pretty well! 

Greece Government Kahoot Review

ELO 1 - I can compare the four forms of government in Ancient Greece.

Today, students will try a brain puzzle on the board.  Next, students will have the option of completing their study guide, working on the level 4 question or emptying their old handouts from their binders. Lastly, students will compete in a Kahoot game to review.  The quiz for government is tomorrow.  

Partner Quiz and Study Guide

ELO 1 - I can compare the four forms of government in Ancient Greece.

Today, students worked with a partner to complete a quiz before anyone else.  Next, students created a handshake with their partner, which some shared with the class.  Finally, students had time to fill out and finish their study guides for the quiz on Tuesday.

Government Study Guide and the Discus Finals

ELO 1 - I can compare the four forms of government in Ancient Greece.

Today, students began class by answering the following question, "Why do we learn about the history other forms of government?" Next, students finished their government stations and Alexander the Great assignment.  The class discussed their answers to the stations.  All students received their study guides for the quiz.  Finally, students took a multiple-choice quiz to check their understanding of the types of governments.

Alexander the Great and Government Stations

ELO 1 - I can compare the four forms of government in Ancient Greece.

Today, students worked in groups to complete stations about the four governments (Oligarchy, Monarchy, Democracy, and Tyranny).  The government stations helped students understand why each government is good or bad for people involved.  Finally, students read and answered questions on an article about Alexander the Great.  Students will finish their stations tomorrow and discuss their answers.  The quiz will be on Tuesday, Feb. 7th.