Wednesday, April 29, 2015

8th Grade/ Castle!

Homework Response Question:
What was the purpose of the Castle in the Middle Ages? Was it to show wealth, to protect the King, or was it simply a living space? Defend your opinion with evidence.

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Monday, April 27, 2015

6th Grade/ Shi Huangdi!

Homework Response Question:
List two ways that Shi Huangdi unified China. Explain how these would be helpful.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

8th Grade/ Feudal Society!

Homework Response Question:
How would society during a Zombie Apocalypse compare to Feudal Society in the middle ages?

7th Grade/ Farewell Address!

Homework Response Question:
In your opinion, did Washington's warning in his farewell address come true? Explain!

6th Grade/ Great Wall!

Homework Response Question:
How did the creation of the Great Wall of China impact common Chinese Citizens?

Thursday, April 16, 2015

7th Grade/ Checks and Balances!

Homework Discussion Post [Due Friday, 4/17]:
Explain the term "Checks and Balances" and explain how the three branches of Government use it. Be sure to give one example per branch.

6th Grade/ China Geography!

Homework Discussion Post [Due by Friday, 4/17]:
How does Geography influence the food in China? How is it different in different areas?

Wednesday, April 8, 2015

8th Grade/ Architecture!

Homework Response Question [Due by Friday, 4/10/15]:
Compare Greece and Rome to the Architecture in Washington D.C. How are they similar? What architectural elements do you see in each?

Tuesday, April 7, 2015

7th Grade/ Constitutional Convention!

Homework Response Question [Due by Friday 4/10]:
What compromises emerged from the Constitutional Convention?

6th Grade/ Religion!

Homework Response Post [Due by Friday 4/10]:
How does religion influence daily life?
- Make sure to reference Buddhism and Hinduism as an example on influencing those in Ancient India.
- Feel free to use your own as well for an example.