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You will need a piece of notebook paper! MUST be turned in before you leave!
Prehistoric Cave Art
Read the following introduction about Prehistoric Cave Art:
 
After visiting the Altamira cave paintings in northern Spain, artist Pablo Picasso famously exclaimed “after Altamira, all is decadence”. He wasn’t kidding. The art in this cave and in many others that dot parts of France, Spain and other regions in the world are among the greatest pieces of art ever created. Like all great art they provide an insight into the way that people thought, even though it was tens of thousands of years ago.
 
Directions. 
Read and analyze the following website ranking the top ten cave paintings found around the world. Then, choose any 3 cave painting and record the answers to these questions for EACH painting you choose: (Answer questions A, B, and C for each Cave painting)
 
A. What country is this cave painting found? What is the name of the cave it was found in? 
B. How old are these cave paintings OR what time frame were these paintings made? 
C. What observation can you make about the cave painting? In other words, how would you describe this cave painting to someone if you were the one to discover it? Record your answer in 2-3 complete sentences. 
 
 
 
 
 
Ancient Greece Enrichment Activities 
The Parthenon
#1. Read the following background information about a famous structure of Ancient Athens called the Parthenon: 
 

By around 500 B.C.E. ‘rule by the people,’ or democracy, had emerged in the city of Athens. Following the defeat of a Persian invasion in 480-479 B.C.E., mainland Greece and Athens in particular entered into a golden age. In drama and philosophy, literature, art and architecture Athens was second to none. The city’s empire stretched from the  western Mediterranean to the Black Sea, creating enormous wealth. This paid for one of the biggest public building projects ever seen in Greece, which included the Parthenon.

The temple known as the Parthenon was built on the Acropolis of Athens between 447 and 438 B.CE. It was part of a vast building program masterminded by the Athenian statesman Pericles. Inside the temple stood a colossal statue representing Athena, patron goddess of the city. The statue, which no longer exists, was made of gold and ivory and was the work of the celebrated sculptor Pheidias.

 
Answer the following questions on a sheet of paper using the text above: 
 
1. After which war did Greece enter a "Golden Age"? What areas did Ancient Greece, particularly in Athens, develop in during that Golden Age? 
2. Which structure was built during Athens Golden Age? What was this structure used for? Which Greek Goddess statue was erected here, but no longer exists? 
 
Then, watch the video about Ancient Greece and The Parthenon using the link below. Record 15 facts about this massive structure called the Parthenon. https://smarthistory.org/the-parthenon-athens/
 
 
#2:  The Creation of Athens: Competition between Athena and Poseidon
 
Athens was one of the most powerful and important city states in the ancient Greek world. Many people know that the city was named after the Goddess Athena, but why exactly was that? It’s time to find out…
 
 
Directions. Record questions 1-6 on your sheet of paper. Skip several lines between each question. Watch the video to answer the questions. 
 
 
1. Who did Ancient Greeks hoped looked after their town and why? 
2. Describe 3-4 characteristics of Poseidon and what he liked about being a god.
3. What problem developed between Athena and Poseidon? 
4. How did Poseidon want to solve the problem at first? Did the people agree? 
5. What was Athena's challenge to Poseidon? Explain how both gods wanted to win over the people.
6. Which god won the right to look over the city? What was it named?
 
Tour Ancient Greece
#3. Watch the video, "Ancient Greece for Kids". Record a list of the many different Ancient Greek structures that are shown a 3 facts about each structure. Also, what type of other historic places are visited. Include those in your list, too. 
Use the link below to complete this activity,. 
 
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Ancient China Enrichment Opportunities
 
#1. How and Why the Great Wall of China Was Really Built Video Questions
 
Directions. On a separate sheet of paper record the following questions. Then watch the 4 minute video to answer the questions in complete sentences. See link above to view the video. 
 
A. Nomads from northern Asia posed a threat to ancient China. What type of weaponry did these nomads use that really caused the Chinese to build a wall? Why were these nomads seen as a serious threat? 
 
B. Explain how the Chinese built the first section of the wall in a desert. Also, list several military features that were also built along the wall. 
 
C. How was the wall designed to resist attack? List at least two ways the Chinese resisted attack along the wall. 
 
 
 
#2. Ancient China: Confucius Biography
 
Read and analyze the following article about Confucius. Summarize in 1-2 sentences the main idea of each bold heading:
Growing Up
Early Career 
His Philosophy 
Later Life
Death 
Legacy 
 
Then, reread the basic ideas of Confucianism. Which idea do you think is most important that you would apply to your life? Why do you think this way? Answer in 3 sentences. Lastly, choose one Confucius quote, record it, and explain what it means. 
 
 
#3. Ancient Chinese Fashion
 
View the top ten popular clothing styles of Ancient China. Choose one style, record the title, describe the fashion item in two sentences. Then, illustrate the fashion item on a piece of paper. Be sure to draw as much detail as you can and color the illustration. 
 
 
#4. How Silk Is Made. 
 
Watch the following 5 minute video about how silk is made. On a piece of paper, record all the steps of silk production beginning with the female silk worm to the end product of silk fabric. 
 
 
#5. China's Geography
 
View the following video about the Geography of China. Record 15 facts about the geography of China.
 
#6 Civil Service Exam
 
View the following website to learn about China's Civil Service Examination and take a part of the test. 
 
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Ancient Egypt Enrichment Opportunities 
Directions. Choose two enrichment lessons offered below and complete the assignment for credit. 
 
#1. Geography of the Nile River Video and Questions. 
Watch the video link below to answer the questions from the worksheet. See me for the worksheet. 
 
 
#2. Top Ten Inventions of the Ancient Egyptians. 
Click on the link below. Read the 10 inventions of the Ancient Egyptians. On a separate sheet of paper record 5 inventions that you think made the biggest impact on our lives today. Also, describe how the Egyptians used or made the invention and one reason why that invention made an impact on our lives today. 
 
 
#3. The Ancient Pyramids of Giza
The Giza Pyramids, built to last to forever, have done just that. The monumental tombs are relics of Egypt's Old Kingdom era and were constructed some 4,500 years ago. Egypt's pharaohs (kings) expected to become gods in the afterlife. To prepare for the next world they erected temples to the gods and massive pyramid tombs for themselves—filled with all the things each ruler would need to guide and sustain himself in the next world.
 
Watch the video link below and answer the following question in at least 4 sentences. Write your answer on notebook paper.
 
Critically Thinking Question:
The Pyramids of Giza are the only surviving Ancient Wonders of the World. Based on evidence provided from the video, what makes these pyramids so fascinating that thousands of tourists visit these pyramids every year? Record your short response with at least 4 sentences. Write your answer on notebook paper.
 
 
 
#4 The Life of King Tutankhamun (King Tut)

King Tut is short for King Tutankhamen. His name is actually pronounced like this: Toot-ong-kah-men. King Tut was only Pharaoh or king for about 9 years. Yet he is probably one of the most famous pharaohs of all.

King Tut was nine years old when he became Pharaoh. He was a teenager when he died. His people did not have time in nine years to built a huge tomb for him. They had to quickly finish a tiny tomb. Because his tomb was so small, grave robbers most probably did not discover it.

Watch the following video link below. While you are watching the video think about what King Tut's daily life was like. How is the daily life of King Tut similar or different from yours?  Also, describe King Tut's burial tomb and the items found inside. Record your answer in complete sentences on notebook paper.

 
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Mesopotamian History Enrichment Activities
 
 
Enrichment Activity #1 -  "Interesting Facts about Mesopotamian Ziggurats"
Directions. 
Title your paper "Interesting Facts about Mesopotamian Ziggurats". Then, watch the 4 minute video about Mesopotamian Ziggurats and record on your paper any 15 facts you find interesting about these ancient structures. 
 
Then, illustrate your own Ziggurat by watching the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WA9n9XpfN6A
 
 
Enrichment Activity #2-  Hammurabi's Code of Laws
Directions. Watch the 3 minute video about "The Law Code Stele of King Hammurabi".
 
Record what you observe and notice about the tall, black stele that his law codes are written on. Be sure to also include the purpose of the stele, which writing system is used, which language is it written in, list 1 law code and its punishment, and finally describe in detail the 3 parts that make up the stele. 
 
Lastly, go back to the beginning of the video to see the stele in full view. At the bottom of your paper, draw to the best of your ability the stele that is viewed in this video.