2nd Quarter Warm-Ups 10/10/16

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 10th 2016 Warm-Up: What different reasons make land important to people(s)? List as many as you can, or write out in complete sentences Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Start of 2nd Quarter Warm-Up Pass back papers Video: Israel and Palestine: The Roots of Conflict Notes on Creation of Israel Agenda Time

Israel and Palestine: The Roots of Conflict Today we will watch a clip about the Israel Palestine conflict and its origins As you watch, I would like you to pay close attention to the information leading up to the creation of the country of Israel You will have 8 questions to answer over the video clip Please read over the questions now so you know what information you are looking for

Agenda Time Thursday we will have Hearing and Vision Screening We will be starting a full DBQ tomorrow on the creation of Israel Bring Highlighters Pens/Pencils All grades will be updated today

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 11th 2016 Warm-Up: Why do you think its important to view an issue from multiple perspectives? How does this relate to our current Unit? Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Notes on Creation of Israel Creation of Israel DBQ Background Essay Timeline Agenda Time

Creation of Israel DBQ Today we will start the DBQ process on the creation of the modern country of Israel. Today you will read the background essay and complete the questions that follow There is also a short timeline to complete I expect you to read the background essay at least twice Just read for understand As you read Highlight important information Underline words you do not know or are unsure of Once you have read it twice, turn to page 3, answer the questions and complete the timeline

Agenda Time Thursday we will have Hearing and Vision Screening Creation of Israel Checkpoint (10 Questions) on Friday We will be continuing a full DBQ tomorrow on the creation of Israel Bring Highlighters Pens/Pencils

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 12th 2016 Warm-Up: Please come in and take your seat. Someone will pass out your DBQ shortly. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Creation of Israel DBQ Background Essay Questions and Timeline Agenda Time

Creation of Israel DBQ Today we will start the DBQ process on the creation of the modern country of Israel. Today you will read the background essay and complete the questions that follow There is also a short timeline to complete I expect you to read the background essay at least twice Just read for understand As you read Highlight important information Underline words you do not know or are unsure of Once you have read it twice, turn to page 3, answer the questions and complete the timeline

Creation of Israel DBQ Why was the land of Israel important to the religion of Judaism? The Jews believe that the land of Israel was promised to them by their god in exchange for living according to god’s laws What does it mean to be a minority? How are minorities usually treated by the majority? Minorities are a small group of people. Minorities are usually mistreated by the majority What happened to the Arab Palestinians when Zionists immigrated to Palestine in the 1900’s? Palestinians feared European colonization. Palestinians for forced off their land and into large cities which became overcrowded and impoverished.

Creation of Israel DBQ What role did the United Nations (U.N.) play in Palestine's history? The British turned over control of Palestine to the U.N. in 1947. The U.N. split Palestine into a Jewish and Arab state. This was unpopular with the Palestinians. How did Zionists react to U.N. partition plan? Why? How did Palestinians react? Why? Zionists accepted this plan as a step towards reclaiming their homeland. Palestinians were strongly against this plan as it took their homes away. What is the current relationship between Israelis and Palestinians like today? The conflict continues to this day. The U.N. continues to try to get the two sides to come to a peace agreement.

DBQ Document A Today you will read over Document A You have a document organizer sheet that will help you keep up with the information Keep in mind the three reasons why we, as a class, decided Israel was created You should have your: Three pieces of evidence (quotes or paraphrase) One sentence in your own words

DBQ Document A Complete document analysis steps Fill out the DOC letter, Description, and Source information Find three (3) pieces of evidence (quote) from the document that supports the question In your own words explain what the evidence says/means Fill in the blank – According to this doc, Israel was created as a Jewish state beacause _____________

Agenda Time Friday (new date) we will have Hearing and Vision Screening Creation of Israel Checkpoint (10 Questions) on Friday We will be continuing a full DBQ tomorrow on the creation of Israel Bring Highlighters Pens/Pencils

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 13th 2016 Warm-Up: Please come in and take your seat. Someone will pass out your DBQ shortly. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Creation of Israel DBQ Documents A-C (3rd) Documents A-B (4th, 5th, 6th, 7th) Document Analysis Sheet Agenda Time

DBQ Document A Today you will read over Document A You have a document organizer sheet that will help you keep up with the information Keep in mind the three reasons why we, as a class, decided Israel was created You should have your: Three pieces of evidence (quotes or paraphrase) One sentence in your own words

DBQ Document A Complete document analysis steps Fill out the DOC letter, Description, and Source information Find three (3) pieces of evidence (quote) from the document that supports the question In your own words explain what the evidence says/means Fill in the blank – According to this doc, Israel was created as a Jewish state because _____________

DBQ Document B Today you will read over Document B You have a document organizer sheet that will help you keep up with the information Keep in mind the three reasons why we, as a class, decided Israel was created You should have your: Three pieces of evidence (quotes or paraphrase) One sentence in your own words

DBQ Document B Complete document analysis steps Fill out the DOC letter, Description, and Source information Find three (3) pieces of evidence (quote) from the document that supports the question In your own words explain what the evidence says/means Fill in the blank – According to this doc, Israel was created as a Jewish state because _____________

Agenda Time Friday (new date) we will have Hearing and Vision Screening Creation of Israel Checkpoint (10 Questions) on Friday We will be continuing a full DBQ tomorrow on the creation of Israel Bring Highlighters Pens/Pencils

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 17th 2016 Warm-Up: Please come in and take your seat. Someone will pass out your DBQ shortly. Take out your materials to study for you quiz Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Creation of Israel Check Creation of Israel DBQ Go over Documents Agenda Time

Creation of Israel Check Today you will take your creation of Israel Check It is 10 Multiple Choice Questions You will mark your answers on a Gradecam Sheet When you are finished, please turn in your QUIZ and GRADECAM sheet to the front table Take out a book or read silently until everyone finishes

Agenda Time We will be continuing a full DBQ tomorrow on the creation of Israel Bring Highlighters Pens/Pencils

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 18th 2016 Warm-Up: Please come in and take your seat. Someone will pass out your DBQ shortly. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Creation of Israel DBQ Finish Documents Finish Outline Agenda Time

Why was Israel Created as a Jewish State in 1948 Today you will need to finish your document analysis sheets 3 pieces of evidence Explained in your own words Your four sheets should be completed You will also need to complete your Outline on the back of your DBQ packet This is your pre-writing plan for your essay

Agenda Time Tomorrow we will begin writing your DQB Essay. Pens (Blue/Black) Paper DBQ Packet

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 19th 2016 Warm-Up: Please come in and take your seat. Someone will pass out your DBQ shortly. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Creation of Israel DBQ Outline Essay Agenda Time

Why was Israel Created as a Jewish State in 1948 Finish any missing information from your Packet, including Outline Write your DBQ Essay answering the question: Why was Israel Created as a Jewish State in 1948? Introduction, 3 Body Paragraphs, Conclusion Biblical Support, International Support, Anti-Semitism Each body paragraph must include CITED TEXT EVIDENCE ! Follow the rubric

Body Paragraphs Introduction – Which of the 3 reasons are you talking about in this paragraph Evidence – Use one of the 3 quotes you pulled from each document to support the reason you listed in your introduction sentence. Make sure to CITE the document. (Doc A.) or In Document A it says, “………” Argument – In your own words explain the quotes meaning and how it helps answer the question of why Israel was created Body Paragraphs should be at least 5 complete sentences

Agenda Time 10/21 : PreTest on Middle East Gov/History. Study Guide for Middle East History Test will be passed out in class 10/24 - 10/27: Modern Middle East Conflict, Readings, notes, graphic organizers 10/26 - Middle East Conflict Part 1 - Persian Gulf War and September 11th Attacks 10/27 : Middle East Conflict Part 2 - War in Afghanistan (war on Terror), Operation Iraqi Freedom 10/28 : Review Day 10/31 : Middle East History Unit Test - Ottoman Empire, Creation of Israel, Modern Conflict

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 20th 2016 Warm-Up: Please come in and take your seat. Someone will pass out your DBQ shortly. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Creation of Israel DBQ Essay Agenda Time

Why was Israel Created as a Jewish State in 1948 Finish any missing information from your Packet, including Outline Write your DBQ Essay answering the question: Why was Israel Created as a Jewish State in 1948? Introduction, 3 Body Paragraphs, Conclusion Biblical Support, International Support, Anti-Semitism Each body paragraph must include CITED TEXT EVIDENCE ! Follow the rubric

Intro Paragraph Hook (1-2 Sentences) – an attention grabbing sentence that makes me want to read your paper Background Information (2-3 Sentences) – Setting the story, Who is involved? Where is the issue? When did this issue start? Claim (1-2 Sentences) – There are three main reasons why Israel was created in 1948……………………………

Body Paragraphs Introduction – Which of the 3 reasons are you talking about in this paragraph Evidence – Use one of the 3 quotes you pulled from each document to support the reason you listed in your introduction sentence. Make sure to CITE the document. (Doc A.) or In Document A it says, “………” Argument – In your own words explain the quotes meaning This means that…… This shows…….. This is important because……….

Agenda Time 10/21 : PreTest on Middle East Gov/History. Study Guide for Middle East History Test will be passed out in class 10/24 - 10/27: Modern Middle East Conflict, Readings, notes, graphic organizers 10/26 - Middle East Conflict Part 1 - Persian Gulf War and September 11th Attacks 10/27 : Middle East Conflict Part 2 - War in Afghanistan (war on Terror), Operation Iraqi Freedom 10/28 : Review Day 10/31 : Middle East History Unit Test - Ottoman Empire, Creation of Israel, Modern Conflict

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 21tst 2016 Warm-Up: Please come in and take your seat. Someone will pass out your DBQ shortly. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about the creation of Israel in order to understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Creation of Israel DBQ Essay Study Guide Agenda Time

Why was Israel Created as a Jewish State in 1948 Finish any missing information from your Packet, including Outline Write your DBQ Essay answering the question: Why was Israel Created as a Jewish State in 1948? Introduction, 3 Body Paragraphs, Conclusion Biblical Support, International Support, Anti-Semitism Each body paragraph must include CITED TEXT EVIDENCE ! Follow the rubric

Intro Paragraph Hook (1-2 Sentences) – an attention grabbing sentence that makes me want to read your paper Background Information (2-3 Sentences) – Setting the story, Who is involved? Where is the issue? When did this issue start? Claim (1-2 Sentences) – There are three main reasons why Israel was created in 1948……………………………

Body Paragraphs Introduction – Which of the 3 reasons are you talking about in this paragraph Evidence – Use one of the 3 quotes you pulled from each document to support the reason you listed in your introduction sentence. Make sure to CITE the document. (Doc A.) or In Document A it says, “………” Argument – In your own words explain the quotes meaning This means that…… This shows…….. This is important because……….

Agenda Time I will not be here on Monday 10/24 - 10/27: Modern Middle East Conflict, Readings, notes, graphic organizers 10/26 - Middle East Conflict Part 1 - Persian Gulf War and September 11th Attacks 10/27 : Middle East Conflict Part 2 - War in Afghanistan (war on Terror), Operation Iraqi Freedom 10/28 : Review Day 10/31 : Middle East History Unit Test - Ottoman Empire, Creation of Israel, Modern Conflict

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 25th 2016 Warm-Up: Think about the Government PreTest you took yesterday, how do you think you did? How much of the Gov vocab did you remember? 2-3 complete sentences. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about modern conflicts in the Middle East in order to better understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Government Pre-Test Modern Conflict Reading Notes over Persian Gulf War and September 11th Modern Conflicts True/False Modern Conflicts Reading War on Terror and Operation Iraqi Freedom Study Guide Agenda Time

Middle East Government Pre-Test 73% - Highest Grade 0% - Lowest Grade 31% - All classes Average The grades have been entered into Synergy so that you can see how you did – NON-GRADED please explain to parents Government terms are repeated from 6th Grade Those that did not do well should be reviewing the Quizlet that was loaded to the Blog

Modern Conflicts Yesterday you should have starting working on the reading and graphic organizer for Modern Conflicts in the Middle East Today you will continue working You need to have read the articles on the Persian Gulf War and September 11th Attacks Once you have read the articles, you will need to take good detailed notes on the graphic organizer provided When you are finished please come and pick up the True/False assignment

Modern Conflicts True/False Once you have completed the Reading and the front of the Graphic Organizer, you will need to complete the True False Assignment You will need to read each statement, and decide if it is TRUE or FALSE If the statement is TRUE, all you need to write is True If the statement is FALSE, you will need to write FALSE and then correct the statement to make it TRUE. Use complete sentences

Agenda Time Quizlets have been added to the Blog today over Modern Conflicts, Middle East History and Government Vocab Work on you Study Guides 10/26 - Middle East Conflict Part 1 - Persian Gulf War and September 11th Attacks 10/27 : Middle East Conflict Part 2 - War in Afghanistan (war on Terror), Operation Iraqi Freedom 10/28 : Review Day 10/31 : Middle East History Unit Test - Ottoman Empire, Creation of Israel, Modern Conflict

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 26th 2016 Warm-Up: Why did the U.S. intervene when Iraq invade Kuwait? Was this justified? Learning Statement: Today I am learning about modern conflicts in the Middle East in order to better understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Modern Conflicts True/False Check Check over Persian Gulf and 9/11 Modern Conflicts Reading War on Terror and Operation Iraqi Freedom Study Guide Agenda Time

Modern Conflicts Check Today you will take your Modern Conflict Check pt.1 It is 10 Multiple Choice Questions You will mark your answers on a Gradecam Sheet When you are finished, please turn in your QUIZ and GRADECAM sheet to the front table Pick up an article and read over the War in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom

Modern Conflicts You need to read the articles on the War in Afghanistan and Iraq Once you have read the articles, you will need to take good detailed notes on the graphic organizer provided You should have multiple facts in each box After you have read and taken your notes in the boxes, you can work in pairs to complete the CLOZE notes page If you finish all the notes, you can work on your Study Guide or study on quizlet

Modern Conflicts CLOZE Notes Using your Article on Modern Middle East Conflicts, please complete the CLOZE notes These will help prepare you for the Check pt.2 and for questions on the Test This should stay in your notebook

Agenda Time Quizlets have been added to the Blog today over Modern Conflicts, Middle East History and Government Vocab Work on you Study Guides 10/27 : Middle East Conflict Part 2 - War in Afghanistan (war on Terror), Operation Iraqi Freedom 10/28 : Review Day 10/31 : Middle East History Unit Test - Ottoman Empire, Creation of Israel, Modern Conflict

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 27th 2016 Warm-Up: How did the 9/11 attacks lead to the invasion of Afghanistan? How does al-Qaeda and the Taliban fit in? Learning Statement: Today I am learning about modern conflicts in the Middle East in order to better understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Modern Conflicts Reading War on Terror and Operation Iraqi Freedom Check CLOZE Notes War in Afghanistan/War in Iraq Check Study Guide/Quizlet Review Agenda Time

Modern Conflicts CLOZE Notes Using your Article on Modern Middle East Conflicts, please complete the CLOZE notes These will help prepare you for the Check pt.2 and for questions on the Test This should stay in your notebook If you finish early you may review for your quiz, or using your device review on quizlet You may also use your device to preview government on the blog

Modern Conflicts Check Today you will take your Modern Conflict Check pt.2 It is 10 Multiple Choice Questions You will mark your answers on a Gradecam Sheet When you are finished, please turn in your QUIZ and GRADECAM sheet to the front table When you get back to your seat, please pull out your Study Guide and work independently until everyone is finished

Agenda Time Quizlets have been added to the Blog today over Modern Conflicts, Middle East History and Government Vocab Work on you Study Guides 10/28 : Review Day 10/31 : Middle East History Unit Test - Ottoman Empire, Creation of Israel, Modern Conflict

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 28th 2016 Warm-Up: How did European partitioning of the Ottoman Empire lead to conflict? Learning Statement: Today I am learning about modern conflicts in the Middle East in order to better understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up War in Afghanistan/War in Iraq Check Where in the Hall? Study Guide/Quizlet Review Agenda Time

Modern Conflicts Check Today you will take your Modern Conflict Check pt.2 It is 10 Multiple Choice Questions You will mark your answers on a Gradecam Sheet When you are finished, please turn in your QUIZ and GRADECAM sheet to the front table When you get back to your seat, please pull out your Study Guide and work independently until everyone is finished

Where in the Hall? Today we will review by playing Where in the Hall? There are 19 Orange Cards up in the hallway Each card has a ANSWER on the top, and a QUESTION on the bottom It does not matter where you start, so spread out Start with the QUESTION on the bottom of the page, read it, and then try to find the answer on another card Once you find the answer, write it down, and then move the question at the bottom of that card Repeat till you have 19 answers

Agenda Time Quizlets have been added to the Blog today over Modern Conflicts, Middle East History and Government Vocab Work on you Study Guides 10/31 : Middle East History Unit Test - Ottoman Empire, Creation of Israel, Modern Conflict

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special October 31st 2016 Warm-Up: Take out your Study Guide/Device and review for your Middle East Unit Test. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about modern conflicts in the Middle East in order to better understand the continuing conflict in the Middle East.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Review Turn in Study Guide Middle East History Test Agenda Time

Middle East History Unit Test Today you will take the Middle East History Unit Test 35 Question Multiple Choice No multiple answer questions Please take your time and read each question carefully When you are finished check over your answers Turn in your TEST and GRADECAM sheet to the front table You may read your D.E.A.R. book or work on previewing vocabulary for Unit 3 on your device using Quizlet

Agenda Time Review Middle East Government Quizlet

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 1st 2016 Warm-Up: Which branch of government is responsible for making and carrying out the laws in a parliamentary system of government? A. Judicial B. Legislative C. Executive D. Monarchy Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Middle East History Test Go over most missed Corrections Unit 3 K.I.M. Chart Basic Government Vocabulary Agenda Time

Middle East History Unit Test Class Averages 3rd – 84% - Great Job 3rd Period! 4th – 76% 5th – 81% 6th – 80% 7th – 79% Of the people who scored a 74% or lower, almost 90% did not complete their Study Guide! What does this tell us??????????

Middle East History Unit Test

Middle East History Unit Test

Middle East History Unit Test

Middle East History Unit Test

Middle East History Unit Test

Middle East Gov K.I.M. Chart Today you will complete a K.I.M. Chart for your Government Vocab K – Knowledge = The term I – Information = Definition M – Memory Cue = Picture of the words meaning Using the Quizlet on my BLOG please complete the Definitions 1st , then go back and do the Pictures You may use your own device, or a laptop

Agenda Time Review Middle East Government Quizlet Quiz over government terms (basics) on Friday Use Quizlet and K.I.M. Chart to Study

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 2nd 2016 Warm-Up: In a presidential system of government, how is the leader chosen? A. By the political party with the most members in the legislature B. By the national court system C. By a majority vote of the legislature D. In a vote by the citizens Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Unit 3 K.I.M. Chart Basic Government Vocabulary Government Systems Notes Graphic Organizer Agenda Time

Middle East Gov K.I.M. Chart K – Knowledge = The term I – Information = Definition M – Memory Cue = Picture of the words meaning Using the Quizlet on my BLOG please complete the Definitions 1st , then go back and do the Pictures You may use your own device, or a laptop When you finish your K.I.M. Chart, Review using Quizlet

Agenda Time Finish K.I.M. Chart Review Middle East Government Quizlet Quiz over government terms (basics) on Friday Use Quizlet and K.I.M. Chart to Study

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Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 3rd 2016 Warm-Up: What is true of a ‘theocracy’? A. Government sees God as the supreme leader B. Government allows people to choose their leaders C. Only religious leaders are allowed to vote D. Government with a king as the leader Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Review Vocab Check K.I.M. Chart Government Systems Notes Graphic Organizer Agenda Time

Middle East Gov K.I.M. Chart K – Knowledge = The term I – Information = Definition M – Memory Cue = Picture of the words meaning Using the Quizlet on my BLOG please complete the Definitions 1st , then go back and do the Pictures You may use your own device, or a laptop When you finish your K.I.M. Chart, Review using Quizlet

Agenda Time Finish crossword puzzle Review Middle East Government Quizlet Quiz over government terms (basics) on Friday Use Quizlet and K.I.M. Chart to Study

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 4th 2016 Warm-Up: The type of government in which power rests with a small group of people is called a(n) ____________. A. Democracy B. Oligarchy C. Autocracy D. Federal Republic Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Review Vocab Government Systems Notes Citizen Participation Government Vocab Quiz Presidential/Parliamentary Practice Agenda Time

Middle East Gov Notes You will receive a graphic organizer from me Head to my Blog and check out the Middle East Gov/Econ Resource tab on the left side of the BLOG Using the PPT posted, complete your graphic organizer on the citizen participation terms When you finish put your graphic organizer in your notebook Study using Quizlet MATCHING or GRAVITY game

Government Vocab Quiz Today you will take your Gov Vocab Quiz You will need to match the TERM to the DEFINITION provided Please write the letter choice of the correct term on the line provided Please write neatly and make sure your name is on the top When you are finished turn it to the front table and pick up the Parliament/Presidential practice half-sheet.

Agenda Time 11/11 (next Friday) Government Test 11/16 – Basic Econ Check 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 7th 2016 Warm-Up: In a unitary system, most of the power is in the hands of the: A. Central government B. Local government bodies C. King and cabinet D. Voters Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Government Vocab Quiz (3rd Period) Go over Gov. Quiz Presidential/Parliamentary Practice Check Governments in Practice Agenda Time

Government Vocab Quiz 3rd Period Today you will take your Gov Vocab Quiz You will need to match the TERM to the DEFINITION provided Please write the letter choice of the correct term on the line provided Please write neatly and make sure your name is on the top When you are finished turn it to the front table and pick up the Parliament/Presidential practice half-sheet.

Middle East Gov. in Practice Today you will work in pairs to complete some additional Government review You and your partner will each complete the assignment 1-7 are review questions 8-13 are scenario based questions Highlight or underline the term or terms that give the answer away in the scenario We will check these when we are all finished

Middle East Gov. in Practice I want you to choose one of the types of Government we have been discussing in class I want you to write a letter to someone explaining how that type of government works, and what its like to live there You will need to pick one citizen participation term, and one power term For Example Federal (power) democracy (citizen participation) Unitary (power) Autocracy (citizen participation)

Agenda Time Finish Government in Practice Sheet 11/11 (next Friday) Government Test 11/16 – Basic Econ Check 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 10th 2016 Warm-Up: Who makes the important government decisions in an autocracy? A. The ruler B. The people C. The legislature D. The court system Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Governments in Practice Check Continue Reading and Working on Gov. Charts If finished Check with KEY Dear Diary Assignment Agenda Time

Middle East Gov. in Practice Unitary. In a Unitary System the power is all in the Central Government. Local Governments are just extensions of the Central Government. Federal. Power is distributed evenly, usually checks and balances are present to keep any one person or branch of government from becoming to powerful. Unitary Confederation Autocracy and Oligarchy Autocracy

Middle East Gov. in Practice Democracy Federal/Democracy Confederation Unitary Unitary/Autocracy

Dear Diary Dear Diary, It is election day and…….. Create ONE diary entry as if you lived in one of the three countries. Describe what Election Day would be like, who you would be voting for, what your rights as the citizen are, and how this makes you feel. You must use at LEAST THREE government terms in each entry AND provide explanations showing that you know what they mean. Imagine what life is like for you living in that country. Bring in as much as you can from what we have learned. Feel free to use your notes! ***Be sure to underline or highlight the vocabulary words that you used.

Agenda Time Additional Government Notes posted to BLOG 11/11 Government Check 11/14 (moved to Monday) Government Test 11/16 – Basic Econ Check 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 11th2016 Warm-Up: Why is Iran sometimes called a theocratic republic? A. The people of Iran have no say in choosing their government leaders. B. The government is led by an elected parliament and powerful religious leaders. C. Religious leaders make all of the country’s laws. D. Religious leaders decide who can vote. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Government Review Kahoot! Open Notes Check on Middle East Govt Finish Dear Diary Assignment Agenda Time

Middle East Govt. Kahoot! Today we will review Middle East Govt. by playing a Kahoot! You will need your BYOD device on the new WiFi network to play If you do not have a BYOD device, you can look on with someone else near you, or play along in your notebook You will get to see 19 Questions that cover Middle East Government Some basic vocab and country specific questions

Middle East Govt. Kahoot! Make sure you are logged in on the network Go to Kahoot.it When you log in please you your first name and last initial NO NICKNAMES Please do not get out of your seat during the game Please do not yell out the answer Please do not shout after the answer is shown

Middle East Govt. Check Today you will take your check over Middle East Govt. It is open notes You can use anything in your notebook You may NOT use a device or someone else's notes ONLY WHAT YOU HAVE Read each question carefully, and answer on the answer sheet provided. When you finish, please turn your quiz in on the front table

Dear Diary Dear Diary, It is election day and…….. Create ONE diary entry as if you lived in one of the three countries. Describe what Election Day would be like, who you would be voting for, what your rights as the citizen are, and how this makes you feel. You must use at LEAST THREE government terms in each entry AND provide explanations showing that you know what they mean. Imagine what life is like for you living in that country. Bring in as much as you can from what we have learned. Feel free to use your notes! ***Be sure to underline or highlight the vocabulary words that you used.

Agenda Time Additional Government Notes posted to BLOG 11/14 (moved to Monday) Government Test Know your Vocab and your Graphic Organizer Use Quizlet to study 11/16 – Basic Econ Check 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 14h2016 Warm-Up: The Head of State in a parliamentary system is often a person who has: A. The same powers as the chief executive B. A veto for laws passed by the legislature C. The most power in the national government D. A ceremonial role without much power Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Pass back quiz Review Government Unit Test Economic Anticipation Guide Cultural Extension Agenda Time

Class Averages Open Notes Quiz 3rd – 83% 4th – 75% 5th – 84% 6th – 84% DBQ 3rd – 85% 4th – 81% 5th – 83% 6th – 76% 7th – 81% Overall Class Average 3rd – 85% 4th – 77% 5th – 81% 6th – 81% 7th – 80%

Middle East Govt. Test Today you will be taking the Middle East Government Unit Test. The Test is 30 Multiple Choice Questions. You will have definition based questions along with scenario based questions. Please make sure read each question carefully and read all the answer choices before making your choice

Middle East Govt. Test Today’s test will be on gradecam Please write you name at the top Please write and BUBBLE in the last 4 digits of your student ID# Check to make sure you have answered every question Don’t leave any blank When you finish, please return the test and gradecam to the front table Pick up the econ. anticipation guide.

Middle East Economics Please pick up a copy of the Middle East Economics anticipation guide. Economics is also a review from 6th grade. Please read each statement and try to match the vocab word to the definition Please turn in today before you leave

Agenda Time 11/17 – Basic Econ Check (maybe) 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test Cultural Extension Movie letter Progress Reports this week Govt. Test will be on it.

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 15th 2016 Warm-Up: Please describe the differences and similarities between a Presidential and Parliamentary Democracy. 1 Paragraph on a clean piece of paper please. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about government structures in order to understand how Middle Eastern governments affect the people they rule.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Pass back papers Go over Government Test Remediation/Retake Economics? Agenda Time

Class Averages 4 Points were added back to everyone’s Test for “bad” questions. Your grades in Synergy already have these added points. Government Test 3rd – 74% 4th – 67% 5th – 69% 6th – 75% 7th – 80%

Middle East Govt. Test Today I would like you to spend time reflecting on Middle East Government Unit How did you Study? How much did you study? Why is government so challenging for 7th Graders? I would like each of you to complete the Government Test Reflection sheet for me Front and Back Please be as specific and honest as you can

Middle East Govt. Test If you are interested and retaking the Middle East Government Test to improve your grade You must complete the reflection sheet and the Remediation Sheet You must have your parents sign off at the bottom of the Reflection sheet Retakes will be offered Thursday AM and Friday AM/PM by Mrs. Robinson and Mr. Rhodes.

Middle East Economics Please pick up a copy of the Middle East Economics anticipation guide. Economics is also a review from 6th grade. Please read each statement and try to match the vocab word to the definition Please turn in today before you leave

Agenda Time 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test Cultural Extension Movie letter Progress Reports this week Govt. Test will be on it.

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 16th 2016 Warm-Up: Who takes a financial risk in starting a new business? A. Entrepreneur B. Economist C. Inventor D. Government planner Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economic systems in order to understand how scarcity of resources affects the choices I make.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Remediation/Retake Economics Mix and Match Vocabulary in Pairs What are Economic Systems? Video Discussion Agenda Time

Middle East Govt. Test If you are interested and retaking the Middle East Government Test to improve your grade You must complete the reflection sheet and the Remediation Sheet You must have your parents sign off at the bottom of the Reflection sheet Retakes will be offered Thursday AM and Friday AM/PM by Mrs. Robinson and Mr. Rhodes.

Middle East Economics Today you will be working in pairs to complete a Mix and Match Vocab. Activity. Everyone will be given a sheet with 16 terms and definitions (they are mixed up) Your goal, with your partner, will be to: Cut apart all the terms and definitions Correctly pair them together Check your answers Glue them down on paper (your own notebook paper)

Middle East Economics Once you have checked, and glued down your vocab you will need to complete the extension assignment Pick four of the words on the list Create a picture to represent what the word means You can divide your paper into 4 squares or do 2 on the front and 2 on back (your choice) If you get done with the extension, you can study the terms, or create flashcards

Agenda Time Remediation and Redemption paper due when you retake 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test Cultural Extension Movie letter

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 17th 2016 Warm-Up: The number limit on how many items of a particular product can be imported from a particular country is the _______________. A. demand. B. quota. C. supply. D. tariff. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economic systems in order to understand how scarcity of resources affects the choices I make.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Economic Crash Course Review of Econ Vocab Economic Systems Notes Economic Systems Video Agenda Time

Economic System Notes Today we will be taking a few notes over the basic economic systems You will be provided with a graphic organizer to take notes on Please keep this in your notebook to use a resource later

Agenda Time Remediation and Redemption paper due when you retake 11/17 – Study Guide for Middle East 11/18 – Cultural Extension 11/29 – Econ Test 12/2 – Middle East Region Test Cultural Extension Movie letter

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 28th 2016 Warm-Up: Why do most countries in the world today fall somewhere between a market and a command economy? A. Some government control has never been successful. B. Government control always makes a market economy more profitable. C. Most consumers prefer government control to free market. D. Most countries have found they need a mix of free market and government control to be successful. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economic systems in order to understand how scarcity of resources affects the choices I make.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Economic Systems Video Review Vocabulary Africa Region Pre-Test Study Guide Agenda Time

Africa Region Pre-Test Today you will be taking a Pre-Test over Africa Geography, History, Government, and Econ Also basic S.S. skills like map reading Because the region is so topical, you may find you know more than you think you do…. Please take your time and answer each question to the best of your ability If you do not know an answer, please select answer choice “E”

Africa Region Pre-Test Write your name on the Gradecam Sheet Please Write and Bubble in your Student ID number DO NOT WRITE ON THE TEST unless directed to do so Read each question and bubble in the best answer on your scantron E = I don’t know Look over your answers when you finish Turn in scantron and test on front table Pick up the econ reading and questions, answer ON YOUR OWN PAPER!!!!!!

Econ Review Please read each passage and answer the questions that follow Answer on your own paper Write out the Question and the Answer It is only 5 total Question When you finish, turn in the Handout to the front table Please take out your study guide and begin working on it.

Agenda Time 12/1 – Economics Vocabulary Quiz 12/5 – Economics in the Middle East You will have a countries graphic organizer and notes by then 12/5 – 12/6 Middle East Review Days 12/7 – Middle East Region Test 12/8 – Start African Geography

Round Robin 3rd Period Lucero, Judah, A.J., Kolina, Anthony Nino, Von, Isiah, Caroline Alex, Erika, Jestin, Ronnie Dean, Maddie, Taylor, Alex Jonathan, Faith, James, Tristan Melvyn, Addison, Meryn, Bryson Jordan, McKenzie, Georgia, Zoie Emily, Jaden, Jenna, Amir

Round Robin 4th Period Amya, Dexter, Aalon, Raymond Henry, Brian, Darius, Jonay Farrah, Brooke, Evan, Sean Kathryn, Camren, Skye, Joshua Catherine, Zuri, Nora, Ethan Kylee, Devin, Dylan, Colleen Jalen, Graham, Kyle, Jessica Ryann, Wesley, Nathan, Bobby

Round Robin 5th Period Coco, Kyndall, Isabelle, Lucas Cedrick, Idriss, Jacob, Gabby Darious, Je’nae, Willie, Lindsey Melissa, Ruth, Z, Joshua Honny, Sierra H., Estefania, Sierra F., Jessica, Aiyana, Sanai, Yen, Haseeb, Michelle, Trinity, Regan

Round Robin 6th Period Julian Barrios, Mackenzie, Nina, Gregory Karabo, Alex, Jenna, Lauren Anthony, Emory, Parker, Alisha Melvin, Emma, Ava, Harley Natty, Jaden, Dylan, David Kaitlyn, T, Addison, Jacob Taylor, Taryn, Tran Julian Bishop, Kayleigh, Bryce

Round Robin 7th Period Jeremy, Ava, Morgan, Doan Amelia, Aiden, Cassidy, Katharine Quin, Daniel, Sydney, Skyler Waymon, Taliah, Melik, Brianna Sydney, Rebecca, Brooke, Khayona Josh, Latifah, Avery, Anna Chance, Leo, Emma, Waylon, Dannah, Grace

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 29th 2016 Warm-Up: What 3 economic questions are asked when studying the similarities of traditional, command, market, and mixed economies among nations of the world? A. What to produce, why to produce, when to produce? B. What is your opportunity cost, what economic resources are needed, why should these resources be used? C. What to produce, how to produce, and for whom to produce? D. What is your opportunity cost, why are economic resources needed, when should these resources be used? Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economic systems in order to understand how scarcity of resources affects the choices I make.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa Region Pre-Test Round Robin Reading Group Work Study Guide Agenda Time

Africa Region Pre-Test If you did not finish you pre-test yesterday, you will need to complete it today If you did you need to complete the 5 questions from yesterday If the test and 5 questions are both completed, please take out your study guide You will have 10 minutes to complete, anything that is not completed will be marked incomplete.

Econ Review Please read each passage and answer the questions that follow Answer on your own paper Write out the Question and the Answer It is only 5 total Question When you finish, turn in the Handout to the front table Please take out your study guide and begin working on it.

Round Robin Activity Today you and your team will begin working on a Round Robin Activity At your table you have: Yellow Butcher Paper Basket with reading strips You will need: Something to write with You will be recording everything from class on the yellow butcher paper

Round Robin Activity The Yellow paper should be laid out like a tablecloth on your teams table The paper should not move………. Each member should reach into the basket and get a reading On the Yellow paper in front of you, please write out clearly the title of your reading Make sure you leave the majority of the space for later……….

Round Robin Activity Read your section of the passage Record on the yellow paper (clearly) important facts, bullets, summaries, statements You will have 5 minutes to complete Your team will then rotate seats at the table You will read your new section of the passage Check over what the person before you wrote Place a “CHECK” next to ones you agree with Add new facts

Agenda Time 12/1 – Economics Vocabulary Quiz 12/5 – Economics in the Middle East You will have a countries graphic organizer and notes by then 12/5 – 12/6 Middle East Review Days 12/7 – Middle East Region Test 12/8 – Start African Geography

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special November 30th 2016 Warm-Up: What is ‘specialization’? A. Producing all goods that the country needs so that trade with other countries isn’t necessary B. Trying to avoid investing in capital goods because it’s too expensive C. Producing goods a country can make most easily so that they can trade for goods that they can’t produce locally D. Directly trading goods with another country without having to use money Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economic systems in order to understand how scarcity of resources affects the choices I make.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Round Robin Reading Group Work Study Guide Agenda Time

Round Robin Activity Today you and your team will finish working on a Round Robin Activity At your table you have: Yellow Butcher Paper Basket with reading strips You will need: Something to write with You will be recording everything from class on the yellow butcher paper

Round Robin Activity The Yellow paper should be laid out like a tablecloth on your teams table The paper should not move………. Each member should reach into the basket and get a reading On the Yellow paper in front of you, please write out clearly the title of your reading Make sure you leave the majority of the space for later……….

Round Robin Activity Read your section of the passage Record on the yellow paper (clearly) important facts, bullets, summaries, statements You will have 5 minutes to complete Your team will then rotate seats at the table You will read your new section of the passage Check over what the person before you wrote Place a “CHECK” next to ones you agree with Add new facts

Round Robin Activity Now that all of you have had a chance to read and take down facts, you will need to transfer the information to a graphic organizer You will rotate around the poster once more, this time you will write the information on the graphic organizer provided Make sure to start with the facts that have the most “check marks” next to them – They should be the best The slips are still at the tables in case you need to add more.

Agenda Time Trade Barriers – Which is Which? 12/1 – Economics Vocabulary Quiz 12/5 – Economics in the Middle East You will have a countries graphic organizer and notes by then 12/5 – 12/6 Middle East Review Days 12/7 – Middle East Region Test 12/8 – Start African Geography

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 1st2016 Warm-Up: In a command economy, economic decisions are made by the ___________. A. consumers. B. market. C. government. D. producers. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economic systems in order to understand how scarcity of resources affects the choices I make.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Check Trade Barriers homework Review Economics Vocabulary Econ Quiz Factors of Production, Exchange Rate Study Guide Agenda Time

Trade Barriers Which is Which? Embargo Tariff Quota Tariff Quota Embargo

Economics Vocabulary Quiz Today you will take your economics vocabulary quiz There is a word bank at the bottom to assist you in answering the 15 questions Please write you name at the top You can write on the quiz When you finish, please turn in the quiz on the front table Begin working on the back of your Trade Barriers Which is Which? page

Agenda Time Finish Factors of Production 12/5 – Economics in the Middle East Open Notes Check 12/5 – 12/6 Middle East Review Days 12/7 – Middle East Region Test 12/8 – Start African Geography

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 2nd2016 Warm-Up: Saudi Arabia specializes in the production of: A. Oil and olives B. Olives and grapes C. Oil and natural gas D. Livestock Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economics in the Middle East in order to better understand trade

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Economics in the Middle East Notes with Graphic Organizer Exchange Rate Study Guide Work in pairs Agenda Time

Class Averages Your grades in Synergy have been updated with the quiz grades Econ Vocab Check 3rd – 96% 4th – 93% 5th – 87% 6th – 89% 7th – 91%

Economics in the Middle East Today you will be taking notes over the Economies of a few Middle Eastern Countries I will provide you with a Graphic Organizer that you can use to keep up with the information You will each get a Laptop and go to my BLOG where you can access the INSTRUCTIONS and PowerPoint Read the PowerPoint and take notes on your Graphic Organizer When you finish, get an Exchange Rate practice sheet from the cart in the front of the room

Agenda Time Finish Notes 12/5 – Economics in the Middle East Make sure your notebook is complete and in good order 12/5 – 12/6 Middle East Review Days 12/7 – Middle East Region Test Geography, History, Government, Economics 12/8 – Start African Geography Map

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 5th2016 Warm-Up: The economies of Israel, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Iran can best be described as: A. Traditional B. Command C. Market D. Mixed Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economics in the Middle East in order to better understand trade

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Economics Kahoot! Economics in the Middle East Check Currency Exchange Study Guide Work in pairs Agenda Time

Economics in the Middle East Today you will take your check over economies of the Middle East. The quiz is 25 Multiple Choice Questions You will have 10 minutes to work WITHOUT your notes After 10 minutes I will allow you to use anything in your notebook When you finish, please turn the gradecam in to the front table #25 – DO NOT ANSWER A! You need to work on the Currency Exchange or your Study Guide.

Agenda Time 12/5 – 12/6 Middle East Review Days 12/7 – Middle East Region Test Geography, History, Government, Economics 12/8 – Start African Geography Map

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 6th2016 Warm-Up: The relationship between the literacy rate and standard of living in Southwest Asia is _________. A. Literacy rate has no affect on the standard of living. B. The higher the literacy rate the higher the standard of living. C. The standard of living is independent of literacy rate. D. Low literacy rate creates a higher standard of living. Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economics in the Middle East in order to better understand trade

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Study Guide What are you missing? Quizizz Agenda Time

Middle East Economics Open Notes Check 3rd – 85% 4th – 76% 5th – 80% B Middle East Economics D B A C Open Notes Check 3rd – 85% 4th – 76% 5th – 80% 6th – 80% 7th – 84%

Middle East Region Review Today you will have the class to review for the end of Region Test tomorrow Using your Laptops, please go to my BLOG The top post has the four Quizizz (geography, history, government, and economics) Please work independently on the Quizizz, competing against your classmates

Agenda Time Study Guide is due tomorrow Study for end of Region Test Please bring a pencil to class tomorrow 12/7 – Middle East Region Test Geography, History, Government, Economics 12/8 – Start African Geography Map

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 7th2016 Warm-Up: If Saudi Arabia’s government puts a limit on how much Israeli Dead Sea salt it will import this year, what trade barrier is this? A. Embargo B. Tariff C. Quota D. Opportunity Cost Learning Statement: Today I am learning about economics in the Middle East in order to better understand trade

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Study Guide Turn In End of Region Test Agenda Time

Middle East End of Region Test Today you will take your End of Region Test Please make sure you name and LAST 4 #’s of your student ID are on your Gradecam Please read each question carefully When you finish, please turn in your test and Gradecam to the front table Please take out a book to read when you finish

Agenda Time 12/8 – Start African Geography 12/13 – Map Quiz 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 11 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 8th2016 Warm-Up: What is the largest lake in Africa? A. Lake Victoria B. Lake Tanganyika C. Lake Chad D. Lake Malawi Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #1 African Geography Political Map Physical Map Quizlet Review of Geography Agenda Time

Africa Map Today you will complete a Political and Physical Map of Africa You will each receive a map (two sided) and an instruction sheet. The instruction sheet is a class set, DO NOT WRITE ON Follow the directions provided, starting with the Political Map first You will use the Atlas to help you located the features Once you have finished labeling and coloring the Political Map, move on to the Physical Map (back side)

Agenda Time 12/8 – Start African Geography 12/13 – Map Quiz Review on the BLOG using Quizlet 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 10 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 9th2016 Warm-Up: What desert covers most of northern Africa? A. Kalahari B. Sahel C. Sahara D. Savanna Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #2 African Geography Finish Map Africa Map Questions Anchor Map Quizlet Review of Geography Agenda Time

Africa Map Today you will complete a Political and Physical Map of Africa You will each receive a map (two sided) and an instruction sheet. The instruction sheet is a class set, DO NOT WRITE ON Follow the directions provided, starting with the Political Map first You will use the Atlas to help you located the features Once you have finished labeling and coloring the Political Map, move on to the Physical Map (back side)

Africa Map Once you have finished your Map, you will need to pick up and complete your Africa Map questions The questions are on the front table After you have finished your map and map questions, you can study your map on Quizlet or begin working on anchor map

Agenda Time 12/13 – Map Quiz Test grades will be entered this weekend Review on the BLOG using Quizlets One for map and one for questions Test grades will be entered this weekend 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 9 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 12th2016 Warm-Up: What African landform has rolling grassland and few, scattered trees? A. Rainforest B. Savanna C. Sahel D. Desert Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #3 Review African Maps Geo-Genie Africa Anchor Map Agenda Time

Geo-Genie goes to Africa! Interpol, the international crime fighting organization needs your help! The Geo Genie is on the hunt for the mysterious lost treasure of Timbuktu. He wants to steal the treasure and keep it all to himself. Your task is to write clues to following the Geo Genie across the Africa continent. Your journey must start in the country of South Africa and end in the country of Mali (where Timbuktu is located) Use the maps in your atlas and your maps from class to help you write clues to follow the Geo Genie.

Geo-Genie goes to Africa! Once you have written out the clues, create a key with all the answers for your clues. You need to a minimum of 15 clues. 10 of the 15 clues must come from your 18 Features you need to know for your map quiz. The remaining 5 should be new features or places that you discover in the atlas. Please write out your clues on your own notebook paper. Your answer key should be written on a separate sheet.

Agenda Time 12/13 – Map Quiz 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 8 Days Left Review on the BLOG using Quizlets One for map and one for questions 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 8 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 13th2016 Warm-Up: What desert is located in southern Africa? A. Kalahari B. Sahel C. Sahara D. Gobi Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #4 Review African Maps Map Quiz Finish Geo Genie Questions Anchor Map Agenda Time

Africa Map Quiz Today you will be taking your Africa Map Quiz. The quiz has two parts Map labeling Multiple Choice Questions Please record all answers on your answer sheet DO NOT WRITE ON THE MAP OR QUESTIONS! When you are finished, please take out your Geo Genie assignment from yesterday and continue working

Geo-Genie goes to Africa! Interpol, the international crime fighting organization needs your help! The Geo Genie is on the hunt for the mysterious lost treasure of Timbuktu. He wants to steal the treasure and keep it all to himself. Your task is to write clues to following the Geo Genie across the Africa continent. Your journey must start in the country of South Africa and end in the country of Mali (where Timbuktu is located) Use the maps in your atlas and your maps from class to help you write clues to follow the Geo Genie.

Geo-Genie goes to Africa! Once you have written out the clues, create a key with all the answers for your clues. You need to a minimum of 15 clues. 10 of the 15 clues must come from your 18 Features you need to know for your map quiz. The remaining 5 should be new features or places that you discover in the atlas. Please write out your clues on your own notebook paper. Your answer key should be written on a separate sheet.

Geo-Genie goes to Africa! 15 clues 10 from quiz features 5 from anywhere else in Africa Answers written below each clue Name and Period on the top of your paper When you finish, you may work on your big maps

Agenda Time 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 8 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 14th2016 Warm-Up: What mountain range is located in northern Africa? A. Himalayan B. Alps C. Atlas D. Andes Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #5 Pass back papers Region Readings Graphic Organizer Anchor Map Agenda Time

Class Averages Your grades in Synergy have been updated with the quiz grades Africa Map Check 3rd – 91% 4th – 94% 5th – 92% 6th – 93% 7th – 95%

Region Readings Today you will be working independently on a reading assignment You will have 4 readings, one on each of the biomes in Africa Sahara, Sahel, Savanna, Rainforest Using the Graphic Organizer, please read the article, and take notes on the: Location, Climate, How people Live/Work/Travel, and other When you finish, please get your Anchor Map

Geo-Genie goes to Africa! 15 clues 10 from quiz features 5 from anywhere else in Africa Answers written below each clue Name and Period on the top of your paper When you finish, you may work on your big maps

Agenda Time 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 8 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 15th2016 Warm-Up: What is the longest lake and second deepest lake in the world? A. Lake Chad B. Lake Victoria C. Lake Malawi D. Lake Tanganyika Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #6 Region Notes Review with PPT/Video Region Open Notes Check Anchor Map Agenda Time

Region Readings Today you will be working independently on a reading assignment You will have 4 readings, one on each of the biomes in Africa Sahara, Sahel, Savanna, Rainforest Using the Graphic Organizer, please read the article, and take notes on the: Location, Climate, How people Live/Work/Travel, and other When you finish, please get your Anchor Map

Agenda Time 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 4 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 16th2016 Warm-Up: What is the definition of ‘deforestation’? A. Overpopulation in an area B. Eliminating species of animals C. Creating nature preserves to protect forests D. Cutting down and clearing trees from an area Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #7 Open Note Check Go over Africa’s Child Videos Anchor Map Agenda Time

Africa’s Child Videos Today we will be watching two videos about Africans your age and how they live Today we will look at two young boys from Niger and Kenya While you watch, please keep up with a few guided questions At the end you will write a few compare and contrasts about your life and the boys lives you saw today.

Agenda Time 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 3 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 19th2016 Warm-Up: Since the late 1900s, the Sahel region of Africa has faced problems resulting from: A. increasing desertification B. the lack of rainfall from the monsoons C. the effects of acid rain D. water pollution Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Africa #8 Africa’s Child Videos 3 and 4 Anchor Map Agenda Time

Africa’s Child Videos Today we will be watching two videos about Africans your age and how they live Today we will look at two young boys from Cameroon and South Africa While you watch, please fill out the doodle notes You will need to fill up the entire space with pictures, words, phrases At the end you will write a few One Sentence Summaries

Agenda Time 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 2 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 20th2016 Warm-Up: Please get out a clean piece of paper (you will turn this in) Think back on the videos we have seen (the 4 boys), Which one would you like to trade lives with? Which one would you not want to trade lives with? Why? Please write using complete sentences Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up Trading Lives Africa’s Child Real Estate Ad Anchor Map Agenda Time

Africa’s Child Real Estate Ad Today you will be using your notes from the past two days to complete this assignment Thinking back to the four African Boys you saw, pick ONE that you want to create a Real Estate Ad for You will draw a picture of the home and write an ad listing the features The ad and picture should be done in a way that shows the benefits of living in that area Your ad should make people want to live there

Africa’s Child Real Estate Ad Follow the directions at the top of your paper You must include: The house and what type of family it is suitable for Jobs near the home Travel Climate Location The picture of the home should show the region the home is located in Sahara, Sahel, Savanna, Rain Forest

Agenda Time 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER 1 Days Left

Mr. Rhodes History Hangout Today’s Special December 21st2016 Warm-Up: Where do most of Egypt’s people live? A. In the Atlas Mountains B. Along the Sahara desert C. Along the coast D. In the Nile River Valley Learning Statement: Today I am learning about African Geography in order to better understand how people live.

What am I Going to do Today? Warm-Up #9 Africa’s Child Real Estate Ad Turn in Geography BCR Anchor Map Agenda Time

Africa’s Child Real Estate Ad Today you will be using your notes from the past two days to complete this assignment Thinking back to the four African Boys you saw, pick ONE that you want to create a Real Estate Ad for You will draw a picture of the home and write an ad listing the features The ad and picture should be done in a way that shows the benefits of living in that area Your ad should make people want to live there

Agenda Time 12/21 – END OF 2nd QUARTER Enjoy your Winter Break