1. WHN Writing Prompt
Describe what you think of when you hear the word “empire”.
In your opinion, is the United States an empire? Explain your opinion.

2. Objective: Explain the similarities and differences between the Assyrian Empire and the Chaldean Empire.
Read Chapter 1, Section 3: The First Empires

3. In small groups, complete this Venn Diagram in your WHN
In small groups, complete this Venn Diagram in your WHN. Then we will have a whole class discussion and make needed changes.
Same
Different
Assyrians
Chaldeans

4. Lived in Mesopotamia, large army, built temples and palaces
Same
Different
Assyrians
Chaldeans
Lived in Mesopotamia, large army, built temples and palaces
Babylon: Capitol, constructed the Hanging Gardens, expanded trade, advanced in astronomy
Iron weapons, ferocious warriors, large Empire, Nineveh: Capitol, divided Empire into provinces, built roads, brutal laws

5. Web Links to Explore Visit the Palaces of Assyria
Explore Assyrian Warfare
Astronomers of Babylon
Babylon Trade and Transport

6. Outline the Fertile Cresent in Purple
Color each empire as shown

7. Exit Slip – WHN Entry (Sentences)
Would you have rather been a member of Assyrian or Chaldean society? Explain.
Support your answer with at least 3 details from the text.