1. Paideia Seminar: The Babylonian Code of Hammurabi
Clockwise – Retitle the 282 laws written in the Code of Hammurabi. (Cannot use same title as a previous student in this round. All students must respond.)
Random –Cite a piece of specific text from the “Code” that demonstrates either legal equality of Babylonian citizens, legal rights of women, or consumer protections. (All students must respond and you cannot use the same text of a previous student in this round. Also, after you read your piece of text, tell what the text demonstrates.)
Random – Cite a piece of specific text that is similar to any modern laws, Constitutional principles, and/or rules of society. (All students must respond and you cannot use the same text of a previous student in this round.)
Counter clockwise – Express your opinion about Hammurabi’s Code. Explain whether you thought the rules were just or unjust and why by citing a piece of specific text. (All students must respond and you cannot use the same text of a previous student in this round.)