1. 2/14/12 BR – In the video on Friday, we learned that _____ and its allies defeated ____ and its allies in the conflict called the Peloponnesian War. Today: What Happened During the Athenian Golden Age and What Caused Its Downfall?

2. Stronger Democracy Athenian Empire Glorifying Athens Pericles Plan for Athens Architecture and Sculpture - Drama & History Peloponnesian War Sparta Gains Victory

3. Writing Prompt: Due Friday February 17 (Happy Valentine’s Day!) After the Greco Persian Wars, the city of Athens enjoyed a period of time where they were the center of the world. During this time they enjoyed great achievements but also great failure. Discuss in detail with examples from the reading three areas of achievement and one area of failure.

4. Introduce using your prompt Sate your thesis and include the 4 things you are going to talk about (3&1) Introduction What is the first achievement Body 1 What is the second achievement Body 2 What is the third achievement Body 3 What was their failure Body 4 Restate your thesis and the 4 things you talked about. Remind us of the subject (the writing prompt) Conclusion

5. Work Timeline: 2/14/12- (Today) Complete the reading and graphic organizer on the golden age of Athens. Homework: Complete an outline using the previous slide 2/15/12- Work in groups to write the essay using your outline. Homework: Finish essay 2/16/12 – peer review and corrections 2/17/12 – peer review and corrections Homework: Prepare Final Draft for Tuesday Hand in.

6. Essay Guidelines. 1.The essay should be six paragraphs. 2.It may be typed for extra credit 3.Use appropriate language