Friday, September 28, 2012

Cromwell: Hero? King?

Attitudes to Oliver Cromwell changed during the 19th century. The case for public images or sculpture of Cromwell was first considered as a question of fair representation of English history. If a series of statues of Kings and Queens of England were to be created, should Cromwell be included or not? The public acceptance of Cromwell as a major historical figure, of equal value to a monarch, grew steadily throughout the century. This view was particularly held by the Free Church movement, who regarded Cromwell as a national hero. However, others thought he was a villain who did nothing to end the power of Kings...since a new King, Charles II, resumed power after Cromwell's death. Is Cromwell a hero? If so, explain why he deserves this high status. Is Cromwell worthy of a statue like a King? Why or why not? See your text book. Write a short paragraph for each statement below. Back up your opinion with 3 facts for each statement. 1. Cromwell is a hero because... 2. Cromwell deserves a statue like a King because... 3. Cromwell was successful in changing the total power of the King....

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Off with his head!! Rights vs. Royalty

Complete classwork... cW: Explain natural rights theory of John Locke. What other ideas did he have about government? According to Locke why did people need government? Define mutual… And then explain what are the mutual obligations of the government and the people to the government. HW: p. 182 How did the Glorious Revolution in England create the foundation for democratic governments (such as in the United States)? Give 3 examples of how our government, laws, and rights are similar. (see p. 181)

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

The Glorious Revolution in England....1688.

On page 181: Read the section, the Bloodless Revolution. List 5 new ideas and changes that created more rights for citizens and less rights for the king. Explain the agreement or Bill of rights negotiated with William of Orange that led to the Glorious Revolution. How did the Glorious Revolution lay the foundation for democratic governments (such as in the United States)? Give 3 examples of how our government and rights are similar.

Friday, September 21, 2012

REVOLUTION!!!!!!!!!!1 In your text, Look at the PICTURES from p. 170 to 235. Find 5 pictures that show revolution, violent struggle,or war. Describe each picture. PREDICT what will happen in our next unit of study Called REVOLUTION AND ENLIGHTENMENT. In your own words.... Define Revolution Define Enlightnment Why do people have a revolution?

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Study for Test Friday on Ancient Civilizations...review: Themes

Study the themes tonight; practice listing them and explain each
We will review the civilizations tomorrow in class for the test!!
1. Morals and Ethics=
2. Rights—
3. Technology--.
4. Competition=
5. War--.
8. Self Determination—
9 Ancient Civilizations Chart Completion -- 8 countries
A. Civilizations
B. 2 Contributions to Laws and Government
C. Example in today’s current event

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Complete your Power point slide; include a Current Event; Wednesday;

Your current event should be a past or recent news story that shows how
the laws or governments from ancient civilizations still contribute (positively
or negatively/ to society or government.

Monday, September 17, 2012

5 PICTURES FOR YOUR POWER POINT

SAVE 5 RELEVANT PICTURES ON FLASH DRIVE FOR YOUR PROJECT....YOU WILL FINISH AND PRESENT WEDNESDAY. 50 POINTS

Friday, September 14, 2012

Partners Power Pt. on Contributions of Ancient Civilizations (use text)

Partners Power Pt. on Contributions of Ancient Civilizations (use text) and handout I will provide.
Identify three key pictures that represent the country or persons;
List three key ideas; include a key quote
Three important ideas about government;
positive or negative.
4. Current news story
Print out for “Teach In”
Gallery Walk Wednesday

You will need a thesis for your power point. Such as….”Greece provided us with basic democratic ideas.” or “Egypt did not help us develop ideas for government” etc…==1. Opinion, 2. fact, 3. so what??

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

9-11 reflection

9-11 Memory; Video; In your own words summarize what happened on 9-11. Include these words: Osama bin Laden, New York City, terrorism, George Bush, War in Afghanistan….

Read p 742 in text. Define the word HERO. What actions in this page are examples of the word Hero.

Monday, September 10, 2012

Stoning of Soraya...Can it happen today??

CComplete your work comparing the Stoning of Soraya and Hammurabi's Code of Law.

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Watch the Democrats Convention!! Obama's Speech.

As you watch Obama speak, list the topics he discusses next to each of these
six categories. I gave you two examples to start off....listen and add other subjects as he speaks.

Worth of the Individual==obamacare
Equality of all People==Gay marriage
Majority Rules, Minority Rights==
Justice ==
Defense/War/peace==
Opportunity==

Did he tell us his life story or what he accomplished so far? Do you think he persuaded more people to vote for him? Why or Why not?

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Watch Michelle Obama's speech online....

go to CNN or CNBC; or pbs; or npt;

Watch the First Lady's speech;
As you listen, list everytime she talks about opportunity or rights.
List three examples of the opportunities she discusses.
How does this relate to you? What opportunities do you have? How did your parents and grandparents help you get these opportunities? What did they do to get to America or help you have a good place to live and go to school....and have a good future going to
college or having a good job?