Homework Assignments (H1G)

#1 Course Guidelines and Requirements

Click the link above and print out the page. Read and sign. Have your parents read them. Bring to class. Hand in on time

#2 Geography Themes: The Five Themes

1. Using each of the geography themes describe a familiar place (i.e your home, Stuyvesant High School, your old middle school, a vacation destination...)

#3 Physical Geography: World Atlas.com, National Geographic

1. Locate all of the following and place on your map: (Map to be distributed in class) If you don't have an atlas at home use the links above.

A. Continents:

Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, South America

B. Deserts:

Sahara, Gobi, Kalahari, Atacama, Mojave, Arabian

C. Oceans and Seas

Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Black Sea, Caspian Sea, Red Sea; South China Sea; Yellow Sea

D. Mountain Ranges

Himalaya, Andes, Rockies, Atlas, Caucasus, Alps; Atlas; Tian Shan

E. Rivers:

Nile, Amazon, Mississippi, Hwang He (Yellow), Yangtze, Ganges, Indus, Brahmaputra, Volga, Danube, Tigris, Euphrates, Rio Grande, Congo, Niger; Zambezi

F. Miscellaneous

Persian Gulf, Strait of Gibraltar, Cape Horn, Cape of Good Hope, Gulf of Mexico; Shat al Arab; Straits of Malacca;

G. Measures

Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Arctic Circle, Antarctic Circle; Prime Meridian

#4 Geography More than mere land: Human and Political Geography. "POP" 8-11

Area Studies: CIA World Factbook; geogdata.ppt

Use the link above and write a brief statistical outline about the country you were assigned in class. Do not cut and paste the info. Summarize it in your own words. Include the following information:

1. Land area 2. Coastline 3. Population. 4. Population growth rate 5. Arable land 6. Agriculture products 7. GDP, GDP per capita, and GDP growth rate 8. Exports 9. Imports 10. Export Import Partners 11. Current Account Balance. 12.Form of Government 13.Electricity Consumption 14. Oil Consumption 15. Natural resources 16. Primary language 17. Environmental concerns 18. Climate 19. Predominate religion 20. Literacy Rates 21. Anything else you find interesting or of note.

#6 What is History? Introduction To The Study of History (Thomas Landry), Japan Revises History Texts and Textbook Update Could Give Hmong Youth Cultural Pride

1. In your experience and from what you have learned thus far in your life: What is history? Explain your answer.

2. Why does history contain errors? What does the article, Japan Revises History Texts , texts suggest about one reason?

3. Using the article, Textbook Update Could Give Hmong Youth Cultural Pride, explain how the use of history can be beneficial or detrimental to a nation.

3. Explain in your own words the four theories of History that Landry describes. Which of these do you find most acceptable? Explain your answer.

#7 How do we organize History? Read "POP" 3-7

1. Using your dictionary, define the following: Society; Economics; Politics; Culture; Science; Technology.

2. Draw a simple time line of your life. You might include religious ceremonies, educational landmarks (i.e. graduations, first days, awards, etc.) family moves etc. Be sure to include dates!

#8 The Creation of Earth and Humans. The Beginning and the End/Creation of Man and Star Wars; How Man Began

1. How might you explain similarities between various myths from different regions and cultures and ages throughout the world? What is the difference between science and myth?

2. Ms. Farmer explains that in many myths something is destroyed in order for something else to be created. Is this possible? Why? Why not? Give specific examples to support your ideas.

3. George Lucas has said that he sought to re-create the ancient myths for modern humans through his Star Wars films. Do you agree or disagree with Lucas's view that it is important for humans to always have myths? Explain your answer.

Optional: The origins of the Universe: A Crash Course (NY Times 2008)

#9 Read, Print, Bring to class: How Man Began, Differences between humans and animals

#10 How did early humans develop and survive? 'POP' 16-20;; The Coming of Fire (read carefully!) THE CAVE OF LASCAUX! ; Behold The Stone Age

l. Define: Prehistory; hominid

2. Why was fire such an important element to the lives of humans?

3. Explain the differences between homo habilis, australopithecus, and homo erectus.

4. What is cave art? Why do you think early humans practiced it?

Optional: What is Human?

#11 The Art and Music of Early Humans. Read, Print and bring to class: Neanderthal Flute: The Oldest Musical Instrument Ever Found

#12 What factors contributed to the development of early civilization? The Edge of History "POP" 24-37

*Optional: Answer the Questions in Lyrical/Rhythmic form.

1. Define: Catal Huyuk; Fertile Crescent; City State; ziggurat

2. Describe the three factors that played a role in the beginnings of agriculture.

3.What are the major characteristics of civilization.

4. How did writing enable people to do things that they never could have done before?

*Optional: Answer the Questions in Lyrical/Rhythmic form.

Have a look at Students who put this homework to Song!

CIVILIZATION RAP (Fall 2005: William Gorelik H1G )

#12a Civilization is what? Read: The Worst Mistake in the History of the Human Race by Jared Diamond (abridged)

1. List five reasons why the author says that humans are worse of as farmers than as hunter-gatherers.

2. Why does Jared Diamond say that humans were trapped into the idea that agriculture is better than hunting-gathering?

3. Explain whether you agree or disagree with this article. Give at least two reasons to support your answer.

#13 What effect did law and religion have on early civilization? "POP" 38-43; Zoroastrianism

1. In what ways was the Jewish religion different from others at the time?

2. Did Hammurabi's Code advance civilization? If so, how? If not, why?

3.Identify: a. Ethical Monotheism b. covenant c. prophet d. Abraham e. Moses

4. What do you see as Zoroastrianism's contribution to world civilization?

#14 Position Paper

A position paper is a paper in which you state an opinion and defend it with factual material. Use class discussions, readings, and your own experience to draw a definitive conclusion. You musn't be neutral. This is not only an exercise in demonstrating your knowledge but an exercise in decision making and persuasive writing. You must support your position with historical evidence, examples, and perhaps even your own observations. The paper can be no longer than two typed-double spaced pages. Position papers will be read out loud for the entire class to hear. Readers will be selected by random draw. All papers will be collected and given a letter grade F-A.

Question: Is the world Civilized?

Resources: Persuasion Map (use this to outline your position)

All homework and class discussions

Wikipedia Civilization :

Chinese travelers' uncivil liberties:

Civilized World (lyrics)

#15 Egypt: From Greatness to Immortality. Read : The Story of Isis and Osiris (full version) or (abridged version) "POP" 52-69

1. Define: Gift of the Nile; pharaoh; Hatshepsut; maat; Akhenaton

2. What do Egyptian beliefs tell us about their morals? Be specific. Give examples.

3. In your assessment, what were the two most important achievements of Egyptian civilization? Explain why you think so.

4.Who is the hero in this story, Isis or Osiris? Maybe Horus? Choose one. Explain your answer.

EXAM: Study Homework #'s 2-15, class notes and readings.

#17 How did Greek Civilization begin? "POP" 105-108

1. It has often been said that the civilizations of the ancient world influenced and in turn were influenced by each other. Explain the extent to which this is true in ancient Greece. Be specific!

2. Why are the Homeric epics considered the high point of Greek culture during the Dorian Age? What do they tell us about Greek ideals?

3. Identify the following : Minoan Civilization; Mycenaean Civilization: Trojan War; The Iliad, The Odyssey; arete; agora

#18 Upheaval and war threatens Greek Civilization!! "POP" 108-114

1. How did the rule of tyrants differ from the rule of aristocrats?

2. Who was Solon? What reforms did he make? Which in your opinion most benefited Athens? Why?

3. Identify: Marathon, Salamis; Plataea. Why do you think that these battles are so important to Greek and Western Civilization?

#19 How did the competition between the city states of Greece affect life? Warring City States: Athenian and Spartan ways of life.

1. Identify: Monarchy, Aristocracy; Oligarchy; Democracy; helots, phalanx

2. You are a reporter with Egyptian Traveler magazine. Your assignment is to write a feature article on the development of Spartan or Athenian society. Choose ONE. Be sure to include the "who, what, where, when, and why" (i.e. education, government, military, art, etc.) A good article should be at least four paragraphs. Be prepared to read your article in class!!

#19b Documentary: The Last Stand of the 300: The Battle of Thermopylae

Read: On the Customs of the Persians 430BCE

Questions:

1. What are some of the defining differences between the Persians and Spartans?

2. Imagine you are Xerxes' scout, sent to spy on the Greeks: what would you tell Xerxes about the behavior of the Spartans?

3. Imagine you are Leonidas: what would you do to foster morale and courage among your men?

4. What are the implications of Themistocles' plan for the people of Athens?

5. What sacrifice is being demanded of Athenians if they accept Themistocles' strategy?

6. Why was it important to convince the Locrians and the Phocians to join the alliance?

7. What are some of the enduring lessons that can be learned from the story of this conflict?

8. If you have seen the movie 300 or read the graphic novel, compare the two versions of the story.

#20 How were women viewed in Greek society? Aristotle's view of women; `Xenophon: On Men and Women

1. How did Greeks perceive the idea of marriage in their society? What was the role of the woman? Of the man? (See Xenophon.)

2. Summarize Aristotle's views on women.

3. Defenders of Greek society would say that Greek women were treated as they were because it was of the utmost importance to have strong families and especially strong men to continue the civilization. Are the Greeks justified in their rationale? Explain why you agree or disagree?

#21 How did Plato view the World? "POP" 120-122; Great Books video: Plato's Republic (will be shown in class); Plato (NYU)

1. Who was Socrates? Describe a Socratic Dialogue? Do you believe that the Athenian leaders were correct in how they dealt with Socrates' influence? Explain.

2. Plato feels that rulers must always place the good of society ahead of their own. How will his Republic ensure this? What are the advantages and disadvantages to this system?

3. Plato believed that education was too important to be left to parents or popular culture. Why? How do you think Plato would view education in America today? What were his views on education and censorship? Do you agree?

4. Why does Plato believe that a philosopher-king is most fit to rule his Republic?

#22 Alexander the Great (click for detailed account of his life) "POP"122-126

Alexander the Great has been brought back to life. He is looking for a job as the chief executive of a new country that seeks a great leader. Because of the potential for glory and wealth associated with this job there is fierce competition for this position. (Other candidates include Hammurabi, Darius, Napoleon, and John F. Kennedy)

He has hired you to write a resume for him. Using the material and example of a resume below, write a resume that will get him the job!

Sample Resume

Alexander the Great

Alexander The Great: Internet History Sourcebook (scroll down a little bit when you get to the page)

"POP"122-126

#23 How did Greek Culture change and spread during the Hellenistic Age? "POP" 122-127

1. What was the Hellenistic Age? How did it differ from Classical Greece?

2. What were some of the important contributions of Hellenistic thinkers in Science, mathematics, and sculpture?

3. Identify: Alexandria; Philip II

Exam. Study Homeworks #17-#23, Class Notes and Discussions. Fill in the Blank, Multiple Choice. Spelling will count.

#24 The Origins of Civilization in India. Hinduism and India "POP" 72-78; The Indo-Europeans/Vedic Hymns, BBC World:Religions of the World: Hinduism

Read BBC Hinduism Sections: Index; Elements of Hinduism; Practice of Hinduism; Hindu Gods

1. Identify: Aryans, Harrapa-Mohenjo-Daro, moksha, untouchable, dharma, Vedas, Upanishads

2.Compare the Indra of hymn I with the Indra whom we see in the second hymn. In what ways has he remained the same? Are there any important attributes ascribed to him in this second hymn that are lacking in the first hymn? If so, what are they? What inferences do you draw from them?

3. What evidence is there in hymn 3 for the emergence of what would become the Hindu caste system and how is that system explained and justified?

4. Explain Brahman and its role in Hindu belief.

5. How are the ideas of reincarnation, karma, and caste related to one another?

6. Explain the role of God/s in Hinduism. How does one worship if they are Hindu?

Take a Virtual Tour of the Ancient Indus River Valley Civilizations!! Awesome Site!

Links to Literature: The Ramayana

#25 Map of the Indian Sub-Continent:

Complete the Handout.

FOOD DRIVE!!! Bring in those cans!

#26 ARTHA: Strategies for Survival, Success and Power!

Read: EIGHT RUPEES

1. What initial impression does the sahib have of the shoe-shine boy? How does the boy get to shine the sahib's shoes?

2. Why does the boy ask to borrow eight rupees? Why does he want eight and not five? Why won't he take ten rupees?

3. Does the sahib think the boy will ever return the rupees? Why does he lend the boy eight rupees.

4. How does the sahib's impression of the boy change? Why does it change?

5. What's the significance of the boy's smile when the sahib gave him the eight rupees? Why did the sahib smile when the boy reminded him about the 25 paise?

6. Why did the sahib walk away with a "pleased as Punch" smile?

7. What does the last paragraph tell us about the boy? Were you surprised?

FOOD DRIVE!!! Bring in those cans!

#27 Pain and Suffering? How do you spell relief? "B-U-D-D-H-A" "POP" 79-82 The First Sermon of the Buddha/The Buddha's Idea of Righteousness; Buddhism in a Nutshell: The Four Noble Truths / The Basics of Buddhist Wisdom ;

1. Identify: Siddharta Gautama; Chandragupta Maurya, Ashoka

2. What is enlightenment? Explain what Buddhists believe is the path to enlightenment

3. How did Buddhism spread within India and then to China? Who is considered most responsible for the spread of Buddhism?

4. What are the Four Noble Truths? How does the Eight fold path relate to them?

For more info: Introduction to Buddhism

FOOD DRIVE!!! Bring in those cans!

#27A Film Study: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring

#28 An empire unites China. "POP" 83-93 THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO BROUGHT IN CANS. WE SET A SCHOOL RECORD!!!

1. Identify: Mandate of Heaven; Oracle Bones; Filial Piety; Confucius

2. How was early Chinese society organized?

3. Explain in words or by drawing how the dynastic cycle in Ancient China worked.

4.How did Shih Huang-ti reach his goals as a ruler? What were his most important achievements?

For more info: Chinese History for Beginners

#29 How did the Ch'in and Han Dynasties strengthen China? "POP" 83-93; Chinese Dynasty Page ; The Imperial Era

1. Identify: The Five Classics; The Analects; The Great Silk Road

2. How did Wu-ti view education? How was Wu-ti able to establish profitable trade?

3. What is Confucius's concept of how the ideal state should be organized?

#30 Legalism and Taoism. Which Way? Taoism: The Way That Is and Is Not : Legalism: The Way of the State

The Way (From the Tao Te Ching)

The Way that can be experienced is not true;

The world that can be constructed is not real.

The Way manifests all that happens and may happen;

The world represents all that exists and may exist.

To experience without abstraction is to sense the world;

To experience with abstraction is to know the world.

These two experiences are indistinguishable;

Their construction differs but their effect is the same.

Beyond the gate of experience flows the Way,

Which is ever greater and more subtle than the world.

1. How does one define The Way in Taoism?

2. How would a wise ruler who is in harmony with The Way govern?

3. What are the two handles? How might a ruler use them to control people?

4. When posed the question; What is the purpose of good government, how would a legalist respond? How would a Taoist respond?

See the entire text (not very long)

The Tao Te Ching

Exam #3

Study Homework #'s 24-30, class notes, readings, and maps.

# 31 How did the Silk road effect the Society and Economy of China and Central Asia ? Read The Silk Road;

Large Map: The Silk Road

1.Download this map (not the one pictured above) and place the following locations on it: Chang'an, China; Dunhuang, China; Taklimakan Desert; Kashgar; Pamir Mountains; Tashkent; Transoxiana; Herat; Baghdad; Damascus; Tyre; .

2.Explain how the silk road could be a help and a hindrance to the regions that it passed through.

3. Explain the methods by which trade along the route was conducted.

4. In your assessment, what is the most important lesson that people of our time should learn from studying the Silk Road?

#37 Roman Philosophy and Literature "POP" 155-160; Short Story: Horace- The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse

1. Identify: Epicureanism; Stoicism; the Pantheon;

2. "Roman culture borrowed heavily but wisely from the Greeks". Explain this statement. How did the Romans improve upon what they borrowed?

3. Horace's satires are usually in two parts: the first part exposes and attacks some kind of foolishness and the second upholds a contrasting norm or virtue. How does this analysis apply to this story? What is the foolishness? What is the virtue?

4. What values does Horace associate with country life? with city life?

5. How does the poet use tone and rhythm to convey the contrast between town and country?

#33 How did Rome gain control over the Mediterranean and form a republic? "POP" 130-140

1. Why was Rome important among early Italian city-states? How did she gain power over other states on the peninsula?

2. Identify: Republic; Patricians, Plebeians.

3. How was the Roman army organized? Why was it such an effective fighting force?

4. Identify: Twelve Tables; Gauls; Cincinnatus; Carthage; Punic Wars

For More Info: The Punic Wars

#34 "Crossing the Rubicon"; From Republic to one man rule and Empire!!. "POP" 141-147

1. What were the problems faced by Roman leadership as expansion developed?

2. What did the Gracchus brothers (Tiberius and Gaius) do? Why do you think they failed?

3. Explain the expression "Cross the Rubicon". How did Julius Caesar come to power? Who opposed him? What reforms did he make?

4. Identify: First Triumvirate; Second Triumvirate; Cicero; Cleopatra

For more info: The Gracchi Brothers

#35 How did Christianity develop during the Roman Empire? "POP" 160-169 Sermon on the Mount (Chpts. 1;16;19), Paul of Tarsus: and SATURNALIA

1. Identify: apostle, bishop, pope, Constantine, heresy

2. Using the excerpts from the Sermon on the Mount, make a list of at least five of the principles of Christianity.

3. Who was Paul. Why might it often be said that he was the true fonder of Christianity?

4. Why do you think Christianity eventually won out over other religions and Roman persecutions?

5. The Nicene Creed was created at the Council of Nicea in 325 AD. Constantine hoped that it would help spread Christianity by explaining the foundations of Christian beliefs. Using the Creed, summarize the beliefs of Christianity that it espouses.

#36 How did the Roman Empire collapse and Fall? "POP" 164-169

1. How did the reforms of Diocletion postpone the collapse of the Roman Empire for about two centuries?

2. What important events are associated with the rule of Constantine?

3. Why did Germans cross the borders of the Roman empire? Are motives for the mass movements of people derived from the same things today? Explain.

4. List and explain the major factors leading to the fall of the Roman empire.

#37 Position Paper #2

Two Page maximum, double spaced and typed. Be prepared to read and defend in front of the class. Use what we have studied in class and your own outside research to form your position. This essay will be your exam grade for the Rome Unit.

Agree or Disagree with the statement: Rome never fell.

Technical Assistance: Persuasion Map Writing an Argumentative Essay

Holiday Homework

#38 Byzantium. Heir to Roma!! "POP" 178-185; Paul the Silentiary: Descriptio S. Sophiae

1. Identify: icon, iconoclast, excommunicate, Hagia Sophia

2. Explain the circumstances surrounding the split in Christianity? What were the results?

3. What role did Justinian play in the success or failure of Byzantine civilization? What were his lasting contributions?

4. You are a the manager of a tour company in Constantinople. Write a brief script for your tour guides to read the customers as they visit the sites of Constantinople.

For More info: Byzantine Mathematics Textbook (Image)

Paul of Aegina: Epitome: On the Fracture of the Thigh and Nose (medical text)

#39 "There is no god but Allah and Mohammed is his Prophet!" "POP" 186-188 ; 30 Facts About Islam

1. Identify: Allah; Kaaba; Khadijah; Mohammed; Hanifs; Hegira; Koran; Mosque

2. What are the Five Pillars of Islam? Do Judaism and Christianity have similar institutions? What are they?

3. What did Mohammed teach about the Day of Judgment; about the existence of a heaven or a hell?

#40 How did Islam spread and develop? "POP" 189-193 Jihad

1. Identify: jihad; caliphs

2. Explain how Islam was able to spread with incredible speed.

3. Who are the Ummayads? Who are the Abbassids? What was their dispute about? What was the result?

4. What are the two types of Jihad? How do they differ? What position does Islam take towards war? In what circumstances is it justified? Do these views compare accurately to your perception of Jihad? Why? Why not?

GOLDEN AGE OF ISLAM

#41 How does the religion of Islam view women? Origins of the Veil and Qatari Marriage Custom/ What is Hijab? /Why do we need to wear the Hijab? / "When I covered my Head I opened my Mind"

1. Explain the origins of veiling? Why do you think only "wealthy and respectable women wore veils? (Why do Christian Brides wear veils?)

2. How is marriage viewed in Qatar? What is the role of the woman? Of the man? What is Polygamy? How is it viewed by Muslims?

3. What is Hijab? What arguments are given for the benefits of it? What is the point that Ms. Carlo makes in her article ("When I covered my head.....). Does she make a valid argument? Explain why you agree or disagree.

#42 Charlemagne and the Carolingians "POP" 206-211 Einhard; Charles the Great

1. Identify: Merovingians; Charles Martel; Pepin the Short; Papal States; Carolingians; Treaty of Verdun

2. What characteristics do you think made Charlemagne a good ruler? How did he use these to rule the largest empire in Europe?

3. From what you have read what is the relationship between the Church and the ruling Frankish Kings? Do they help each other? Hurt each other? Was there separation between Church and State or cooperation?

For more info: Capitulary of Charlemagne Issued in the Year 802

#43 How was Medieval Society Arranged I. "POP" 214-219

1. Identify: feudalism, investiture, fief, vassal

2. How did the Church participate in the Feudal system?

3. Explain the demands that lords made of vassals. (wartime and peacetime).

4. How were manors able to be self sufficient? Why was this important in the Middle ages?

#44 What was the role of the Church in the Middle Ages? "POP" 225-231: 241-245

1. Identify: Guild; Dominic; Francis of Assisi, Urban II; Saladin; Richard the Lionheart; Innocent III

2. How did townspeople become independent of the feudal system?

3. Explain the problems within the church and the reforms attempted. What were the major points of conflict between Pope Gregory VII and King Henry II?

4. What are the reasons for the Crusades? What were the outcomes of the Crusades?

#45 How was medieval society arranged II? "POP" 200-211: 233-236 and 239-241

1. Identify: Medieval; Christendom; Benedict; Gregory I, William the Conqueror; Holy Roman Empire

2. Explain the three roots of medieval culture? How did European civilization decline after the fall of Rome?

3. What was Chivalry? Describe the process which one went through in order to become a knight? What virtues would one need to become a knight? Would you have enjoyed this lifestyle? Explain.

Print out these questions and bring to class. The completed answers will be due next week after we finish viewing the film.

#46 Faith vs. Reason at the end of the Middle Ages "The Name of the Rose" "POP" 237-238

1. Identify: Thomas Aquinas; University

This movie was based on the book "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco. It is set in a Monastery in the 1300's in an isolated part of Europe. There are several themes and historical events that are addressed in the movie; Monasticism, Heresy, Inquisition, Scholasticism, Faith, Reason, etc. As we watch the movie please answer the following questions.

1. Identify and Explain the role of the following characters:

a. Adsel

b. William of Baskerville

c. Yourgi

d. Bernardo Gui

2. Explain and give examples of how each of the following are addressed in the movie.

a. Superstition

b. Heresy

c. Censorship

3. Umberto Eco, the author of the book on which this movie is based is a man of letters and a respected professor at the University of Bologna. He has written many books on philosophy and is considered to be one of the foremost thinkers of our time.

a. Why do you think he chose to use a labyrinth as the setting for the movie?

b. Why do you think he made Yourgi Blind? Why was Yourgi so set on keeping the library and the books in it a secret?

4. Now the BIG QUESTION; At the end of the movie does Adsel make the right decision? What would you have done?

Tuesday January 26 10:00-11:10

Exam Review H1G (link)

Study Tips: Study until no later than 8pm the night before the exam then study no further. Relax, read a good book, paint, sing, play a musical instrument, listen to some good music Get a good rest, rise in the morning, and have a good breakfast ( careful though, too much food might make you sleepy ).Do not study/cram in the morning. Get to school at least 30 minutes before the exam so you do not feel rushed. During the exam, take your time and read each question carefully and attentively. Concentrate and focus. Don't over think. You know more than you think you know. Good Luck!

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Clan of the Cave Bear: bring these questions (not responses) to class. You will need to have them as you watch the film.

The movie, released in 1986, is based on Jean M. Auel's novel of the same name. It is the story of Ayla, a young Cro-Magnon girl who is separated from her mother and raised by a clan of Neanderthal. Although a movie rarely captures the depth and nuance of a book, we can use this film to examine issues (race, gender roles, religion) that we continue to face today.

1. Using specific examples from the movie, describe two ways (other than fire) in which the clan uses technology to help them cope with their environment.

2. Describe at least two ways in which the clan uses magic/religion? How important do you think it is to them? On what do they base these practices?

3. What evidence do you see in this film that might explain the disappearance of Neanderthals and the survival and success of the Cro-Magnon?

4. How would you characterize the relationship between Broud and Ayla? Later in the movie Ayla meets another man. How does he differ from Broud?

5. In the United States women in the military were not allowed into combat until the Gulf War in 1991. In the film, women are forbidden to use weapons on penalty of death. What reasons can you give for this "law"? Explain why you think it is or is not justifiable.

Travel Brochure Project:

Grades will be awarded based on thorough account of Greek history and culture, creativity, originality, and brochure design.

Each team will cover all of the following areas:

1. Geography -(Maps)

2. Personalities (Government, Leaders, Organization)

3. Religious Beliefs (includes temples, oracles, etc..)

4. Arts and Entertainment (Theatre, Food, Fashion)

5. Invention/Science

6. Trade/Class Structure

7. Architecture

8. Battle Sites

9. Philosophy