Humanities Answer KeyUnit 1....................................................................................................................................................1

Philosopher - 5 pts............................................................................................................................1Aesthetic - 5 pts................................................................................................................................4Culture – 5 pts..................................................................................................................................5Development - 5 pts..........................................................................................................................5Religion – 5 pts.................................................................................................................................8

Unit 2....................................................................................................................................................9Gilgamesh – 5 pts.............................................................................................................................9Gods – 5 pts....................................................................................................................................11Myth – 5 pts....................................................................................................................................16Ages – 5 pts....................................................................................................................................22Feudal– 5 pts...................................................................................................................................22Change – 5 pts................................................................................................................................26

Unit 3..................................................................................................................................................27UNESCO – 5 pts............................................................................................................................28Reformation – 5 pts........................................................................................................................28Baroque – 5 pts...............................................................................................................................30Enlightenment– 5 pts......................................................................................................................31Modern – 5 pts................................................................................................................................34Pygmalion – 10 pts.........................................................................................................................40Pygmalion 2 – 5 pts........................................................................................................................43

Unit 4..................................................................................................................................................44Pluralism – 5 pts.............................................................................................................................44Indian Art – 5 pts............................................................................................................................47Monsoon – 5 pts.............................................................................................................................55Modernizing – 5 pts........................................................................................................................57Timeline Japan – 5 pts....................................................................................................................58Social – 5 pts..................................................................................................................................60Siddartha – 10 pts...........................................................................................................................60

Unit 5..................................................................................................................................................60S – 5 pts..........................................................................................................................................60G – 5 pts..........................................................................................................................................61W– 5 pts..........................................................................................................................................61W– 5 pts..........................................................................................................................................61W– 5 pts..........................................................................................................................................61W– 5 pts..........................................................................................................................................61

Unit 1

Philosopher - 5 ptsComplete some research on a well-known philosopher. Here is a list of possible philosophers that you might research. This is just a small sampling of philosophers and you are welcome to complete this assignment with someone not on this list.

Aristotle Sophocles

Plato Immanuel Kant David Hume Jean-Paul Sartre Loa Tzu Friedrich Nietzsche Noam Chomsky Augustine John Stewart Mill

For your philosopher you should complete the following: Name

Location

Dates of life

Describe at least two important historical events that impacted the philosophy of this person (For example, was there a major war, disaster, political or social situation that was occurring in this time that may have impacted the philosophy?)

Describe at least two important people that the philosopher might have known, associated with and how they impacted his/her thinking.

A brief (1 – 2 paragraphs) description of one or more of his/her philosophies (Caution: Do NOT just cut and paste. Read about this person and put their ideas into your own words.)

Write a well-supported description of whether you agree or disagree with the philosophy of this person.

Write a paragraph that explains how knowing about the philosopher of an era helps you to better understand that time and place.

Sample student submission: Name: Noam Chomsky Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Dates of life: 1928-present

Important historical events that impacted the philosophy of this person (For example, was there a major war, disaster, political or social situation that was occurring in this time that may have impacted the philosophy?): He was against America’s presence and participation in the Vietnam War, so his writings are influenced by very left-winged opinions and biases. That view has influenced much of his writing ever since.

At least two important people that the philosopher might have known, associated with or in some way impacted his/her thinking: Chomsky wrote a book with Edward S. Herman, a

man who had similar left-leaning beliefs. They both refused to pay taxes because they thought that it would go towards the [Vietnam] war cause, which they were both against. I think that maybe the similarities between Chomsky and Herman’s views caused Chomsky’s views to be even more strengthened. Someone that Chomsky didn’t personally know (but blatantly supported) was Jill Stein who is currently running in the presidential campaign as the representative of the Green party. The Green party, who oppose war, have common interests and ideas that overlap with Chomsky’s, and I’m sure influenced him heavily in their indirect support of him through their platform.

A brief (1 – 2 paragraphs) description of one or more of his/her philosophies (Caution: Do NOT just cut and paste. Read about this person and put their ideas into your own words.): One of Chomsky’s beliefs was represented in his turning away from Aristotle’s [philosophic] view by saying that behavior and knowledge does NOT solely come from what we witness or experience on a day to day basis. It does not just come from what has been seen and real-life. There is some other source. Another philosophy (coinciding with the formerly mentioned one) was Chomsky invention of a new way to write or “speak;” analyzing the different emphasis on words in a sentence and being able to figure out more than just what the shallow meaning of a sentence is. He could tell about the person, and their beliefs. His new approach to linguistics offered a new source of insight into the human mind, and coincides with the “rebellion” against the empiricist view that had been popular up until the mid 1900’s.

A well supported description of whether you agree or disagree with the philosophy of this person : I do believe that Chomsky is onto something with his beliefs. I don’t believe that the physical world is all that influences you. Of course your surroundings are a huge part of who you become and how you act (If you grow up in the loud city you will become accustomed to living a certain way and not adapt to living in the country, you wouldn’t be as sheltered, etc.), but your mind influences you just on its own. For example, a schizophrenic person (born schizophrenic, not one who develops in their early twenties) is influenced by their mind. Their actions are influenced by it (they will act out from the disorder because that is what the brain is wired to do, wrong or not). It is important to look at what differs between the minds of people and examine how that can affect them.

2 – 3 sentences that explain how knowing about the philosopher of an era helps you to better understand that time and place: He is a relatively modern philosopher so his beliefs aren’t outdated or foreign to me. In this day and age that we live in, modern science has been experimenting and doing research on the human mind even more so than in the years before. It seems like people are fascinated with how it works, and how/why it influences how people act. Chomsky is no different in that, and goes along with the beliefs of the modern era.

Aesthetic - 5 ptsSelect something that ‘moves’ you. Something that you particularly like, or dislike, that captures your attention, your aesthetic. It can be a work of art, music, a dance piece, a play or movie, a poem or a book.

Identify the piece. Who is the author or artist or creator? Where did you first see or experience this piece?

Describe it well enough to give a sense of what it's like. Provide enough details to make it interesting, but not overwhelming.

What aesthetically draws you to this work? What makes it so captivating?

What do you see as being the strengths and weaknesses of the piece? (Even a masterpiece can be critiqued!)

Give a brief description of at least one other piece that is similar to the one you selected. In your description be sure to explain why you selected one piece for its aesthetic qualities over the other.

If possible, place the work in its social or historical context.

Thinking about the piece you studied, write one question you have about aesthetics (think philosophically about it).

Sample student submission:

Aesthetics of Metal Music and the song, Tears Don’t Fall by Bullet for my ValentineMetal music is typically frowned upon in society for untraditional hard edge style of music.

With heavy distortion on the guitar, fast paced tempo and rough vocals it is an enquiring taste. For example I am going to use the band Bullet for My Valentine and their song Tears Don’t Fall. The band uses sometimes rough and violent lyrics but also uses somewhat heartfelt and complicated situations and scenarios that have helped me with my own personal problems and situations in my own life. Metal music is not for the common ear but is also very popular not just for the “metal head” crowd it brings in.

I had first found the song after I had gone through a personal challenge in my life and my friend had showed me the band. I enjoyed the combination of soft paced rock and fast paced metal when it came to the chorus and pre chorus. The song had a somewhat emotional tie to me cause the fast paced had helped me with anger and the slow pace helped me with confusion I had. I typically would listen to this style of music to help me cope with anger but also appreciate the musical talent that went into it.

Contrary to popular belief the style of music came upon after the jazz era which had helped develop classic rock which had transitioned to classic metal and as the music progressed so did the roughness of the music. Most modern metal started from the days of Black Sabbath and eventually the days of Ozzy Osbourne’s own band. Ozzy was a godfather of hard edge, dark and sometimes slightly disturbing lyrics for the timeframe. However I prefer most modern metal because of the lack of limitation when it comes to roughness in song lyrics and the instruments.

Being an enquiring taste of music, it makes me question; is there truly a universal sense of aesthetics or is it different for everyone? An old cliché that I have always kept in mind is “one

man’s trash is another man’s treasure”. From most people in older generations if they listened to a song by Bullet for my Valentine or any other modern, true metal band, they would most likely be in disgust or confusion of why we would consider it music. As time changes it seems what we consider beautiful, entertaining or joyful is not the same as what our parents and grandparents would consider to be aesthetically good.

Despite the lack of interest to the common public, metal music but this song in particular really speaks to my experiences and has helped me cope with a lot in my life. My philosophy is that there is a music that fits everyone and in this day and age there isn’t a piece of music or art that can’t speak to someone’s situation or life. This style and this song speak to me aesthetically and emotionally because it is what fits for me.

Culture – 5 ptsAssignment: CultureThe purpose of this assignment is to encourage you to reflect on and analyze the cultural aspects of your life. Everywhere you are surrounded by culture. Start observing all the elements of your life. Think about the features, customs, activities, and items that you accept as ‘normal.’ For instance, what are your family traditions? What artwork or architecture is around you? What language is spoken in your home or at school? What activities do you participate in? What do you experience in a church or other places of worship? What do you do with ‘free time’? Do you have regular vacations and leisure activities that could be included too? Consider everything!Create a PowerPoint or other graphic presentation such as a video or Prezi to show off your personal culture. Approximately 10 – 12 slides or something of equal length in another format.Include:

elements that characterizes your personal culture important thoughts and feelings show things of value and significance to you your presentation is mostly visual so include at least 2 – 4 images per slide include enough labels and descriptions to make your cultural images clear to the viewer

Clarity, focus, coherence, and development will provide the basic elements of your grade. You must address the question, ‘What is the “character” of your personal culture?’ Provide enough evidence to make it clear to the viewer.

Sample student submission:Student presentations will vary.

Development - 5 ptsIn this assignment you will be directed to read a variety of material. You should also do some additional research to help you write about the following ideas.1. Read through this page and respond to the following:

In your own words using a paragraph structure describe the importance of genetics in understanding human cultures. Be sure to include ideas about:

physical characteristics development of human races distribution patterns of people

inherited traits

2. Read through this page and respond to the following:

In your own words using a paragraph structure describe the elements of cultures. Be sure to include ideas about human evolution in the importance of:

agricultural development cultural evolution and change ethnocentrism culture-based judgments

3. Considering what you learned, using a paragraph structure answer the following:

What are some of the survival skills that modern Americans use today that our ancient ancestors probably didn’t have?

What survival skills and traits do you think will become unnecessary/obsolete 500 years from now?

Sample student submission1. Read through this page and respond to the following:

In your own words using a paragraph structure describe the importance of genetics in understanding human cultures. Be sure to include ideas about:

The importance of genetics in understanding human cultures is great. Genetics influence a person’s looks, development and behavior (as listed above). Where physical characteristics are concerned, genetics play a large roll. For instance, a person from India will not look the same as a person from Canada due to their genes received from their parents. The way a person looks can set them apart from others, and allow them to be identified with, and linked to, a culture. For instance (based solely on stereotypes and assumptions- not facts) a person with curly hair and a larger hooked nose would be identified as Jewish, not Chinese. People tend to be concentrated in an area where people look similar to them, if that makes sense. For instance if you went to Africa, you wouldn’t see a lot of Japanese people there. That helps one identify an origin of birth and begin to learn more about a person. Another trait that factors in is people’s traditions or behaviors. What I mean by that, is that people in Romania (for example) act differently than a person from America. In Romania it is tradition, when showing affection towards a family member, to stroke the loved one “below the belt.” In America, that isn’t accepted, but again it helps to identify a part of another culture that is foreign to ours, and begin to learn more about it.

2. Read through this page and respond to the following:

In your own words using a paragraph structure describe the elements of cultures. Be sure to include ideas about human evolution, the importance of

There are different facets of cultures that vary from people to people. One, as listed above, is agricultural development. In America today, we have machines for nearly every step in

processing, packaging and sometimes even planting food. Plows make the ground supple, seed can be spread by using air seeders, pesticides are spread by hydraulic sprayers, etc. In the Philippines, however, their methods are far less progressed and lacking in technology. The idea is the same: to plant, grow, harvest, and sell the food- it’s the method and process that vary. The reason is that different cultures have different resources. In America, we have every outlet for every resource needed but in a little place like the Philippines they have limited resources which interfere with their progress. But, every culture changes. We’ve progressed an exceptional amount over the centuries where technology is concerned (and in other aspects). We have moved away from the “primal” days where the only way to cook was an open fire or an old pot-bellied stove and moved towards solar ovens and other appliances. Another thing that has changed for us in specific is our language. Originally we practiced the traditional form of British English with “haths” and whatnot, whereas today our language consists of different languages, slang terms, etc. It’s the same with different cultures (Germany for example). It is often assumed that our values and traditions are everyone else’s, and vice versa though it isn’t true (take the previous Romanian vs. American example for instance). That idea is ethnocentrism, and leads to false assumptions about other cultures. Another example of things being assumed incorrectly is the stereotypes places on other cultures (ie. All Irish are drinkers, all Africans are good runners, all Asians eat dogs, etc.).

3. Considering what you learned, using a paragraph structure answer the following:

We have sunscreen. That’s a big thing I can think of. It protects the skin from pain, damage, and prevents cancer. We know now that tobacco is bad. We have structurally sound houses. We have cars that save leg muscles (sometimes to an unhealthy extreme- people are lazy and dependent on them) and horses’ lives. I think one that is necessary is the availability of cellphones. As minor as it sounds, the ability to communicate at a moment’s notice is of huge importance. Another is the usage of medicine. Before (in the ancient times), people relied on the hope that people would get better. Today, we have every outlet in the medicine field (well, almost every outlet) to cure anything and nearly always ensure the health of a patient.

Religion – 5 pts

Create a PowerPoint or similar graphic presentation about religion. Be sure to include images that add meaning and understanding about the importance of understanding religion in a humanities context.Explain the definition and purpose of ‘deity’Give at least a two slide comparison of the differences between monotheism, polytheism and pantheism (give an example of each)Give at least a three slide comparison of the culture and people of the three major monotheistic religions of the world today (Judaic, Christian and Muslim)Give at least a three slide representation of at least three of the major polytheistic or pantheistic religions in the world todayShow some of differences between agnostics and atheistsAt the end of your graphic presentation write about the following idea:

Why do you think that sacred texts (example, the Bible) and symbols (example, the crescent) are so important to the culture of a religion?

o Consider what is means to the people of the groupo Consider the people treat sacred texts and symbolso Explain how do these items both bind and isolate groups of people

Sample student submission:Student presentations will vary.

Unit 2 Gilgamesh – 5 ptsMany consider the Epic of Gilgamesh to be one of the greatest literary achievements of the ancient world. Gilgamesh represents a very human hero, despite his supernatural origins. Arrogance, sorrow, love, death and power display the wide scope of human existence is played out in the life of a flawed superhuman.

Answer the following as you read this modernized version of the Epic of Gilgamesh.

1. What are the ‘good’ points of Gilgamesh’s character? What makes him a hero to be admired?2. What are the ‘bad’ points of Gilgamesh’s character? What makes him disliked?

3. Explain how a basic understanding of the religion of this time can help you to better understand the story of Gilgamesh.

4. Enkidu proclaims Gilgamesh the true king after their battle. Explain how this is a reflection of the ideas people had about kings and royal authority in that time period

5. Briefly explain what happens when Gilgamesh gets bored.

6. What impact does Ishtar have on Gilgamesh’s life?

7. What does Humbaba offer in exchange for his life?

8. Many historians have compared the flood story of Gilgamesh to the flood story of the Bible. Explain why you think this idea would appear in two important texts of the time. Consider the apocalyptic tales that we still read and see.

9. Why do the Chief gods decide to punish Enkidu?

10. Create a chart with two other stories you have seen, read or heard about that have an extraordinary person (note: these stories can be from classic times, but you can also use a modern character). For each give brief explanation with enough details to understand the character. For example you wouldn’t just list the name Enkidu, you would briefly describe how he was a friend to Gilgamesh.

Extraordinary Person 1 Extraordinary Person 2

His/Her Origin

Supernatural Powers

Weaknesses

Friends/Helpers

Enemies

Sample student submission:

Answer the following as you read this modernized version of the Epic of Gilgamesh.

What are the ‘good’ points of Gilgamesh’s character?

He was wise, knew many things and had insight into mysteries.

What are the ‘bad’ points of Gilgamesh’s character?

He was said to be arrogant and lustful.

Explain how a basic understanding of the religion of this time can help you to better understand the story of Gilgamesh.

In the time this myth was spun, the Mesopotamians believed in many gods (many of which are prevalent throughout the story), and believed that they should do everything possible to please the gods (but, Gilgamesh failed, and displeased them). It kind of gives a background as to why Enkidu was made in the first place.

Enkidu proclaims Gilgamesh the true king after their battle. Explain how this is a reflection of the ideas people had about kings in that time period.

At the time, kings were viewed as descendants of gods. To disrespect or to dishonor one would be an abomination. Gilgamesh was “of a god,” so he was to be respected and honored in all circumstances, like the popular culture did. Whether they technically were right or won (or not), they were told they were. Enkidu was charged for angering the gods, and his punishment (death) was reasonable for the time.

Briefly explain what happens when Gilgamesh gets bored.

Gilgamesh gets bored, and decides he wants to go on an adventure and kill Humbaba who was a monster. Enkidu didn’t want to go because he knew they could die. But Gilgamesh convinces Enkidu to go on the trip anyways. The go and end up killing Humbaba because Enkidu took caution rather than just running into the fight like Gilgamesh wanted to.

What does Humbaba offer in exchange for his life?

Cedar trees.

Many historians have compared the flood story of Gilgamesh to the flood story of the Bible. Explain why you think this idea would appear in two important texts of the time. Consider the apocalyptic tales that we still read and see.

When a good person dies (in both cases, Noah and Enkidu/Gilgamesh) and the world is left to deal with the evil left in it without a leader, the world needs a “cleansing” and that is often represented in the form of a flood. I think it shows a rebirth or renewal of the land, as well as a sign that good has come to an end.

Why do the Chief gods decide to punish Enkidu?

Inanna fell in love with Gilgamesh and wanted to marry him, but Gilgamesh refused and insults her. Inanna is hurt and angry, so she went to her dad, Anu, to punish

Gilgamesh. She threatened to open the gates of hell if he were to refuse, so Anu says “alrighty” and sends the Bull of Heaven to punish Gilgamesh. But Enkidu catches the Bull of Heaven by its horns and kills it. Inanna got really pissed and demands the death of Gilgamesh, but Gilgamesh is partly a god himself so he’s protected by the god of justice. So the gods decide to punish Enkidu instead, causing him to become sick from an infection in his wound and die. It’s basically revenge and anger that caused them to kill Enkidu, it wasn’t anything he did personally with the exception of him killing the Bull of Heaven. He kind of became a lightning rod of hate.

Create a chart that two other stories you have seen, read or heard about that have an extraordinary person (note: these stories can be from classic times, but they don’t have to be). For each give brief explanation with enough details to understand the character. For example you wouldn’t just list the name Enkidu, you would briefly describe how he was a friend.

Extraordinary Person 1 Extraordinary Person 2

His/Her Origin Batman (Bruce Wayne). DC Comics. Gotham City. Owner of Wayne Enterprises.

Wonder Woman (Diana Prince of Themyscira). Amazon warrior and princess.

Supernatural Powers None, human. Martial arts. None, “human.” Martial arts.

Weaknesses Admitting he is wrong. Pride. Human (susceptible to bullets and knives)

If her silver bracelets were to be bonded together she becomes powerless and a slave to whoever does so. Human (susceptible to bullets)

Friends/Helpers Alfred Pennyworth, Rachel Dawes Black Canary, Crimson Fox

Enemies Bane, The Joker, The Riddler, The Penguin, Scarecrow, Two-Face, Gambol, Sal Maroni, Ra’s Al Ghul, League of Shadows, Catwoman

Cheetah, Ares, Circe, Genocide, The Circle and Hera

Myth – 5 pts

Each of the following three images portrays the picture of Narcissus. They were painted at different points in history and in different parts of the world, but they all share traits in common. Carefully examine each painting. Look at the elements of each painting. Look at the colors. Look at the composition and how things are placed by the artist. The artists are showing a story that is normally told of read. How successfully are the artists at showing the story?When you are done, answer the questions at the end.

Narcissus by Caravaggio (Michelangelo) 1599

Echo and Narcissus by John William Waterhouse 1903

The Metamorphosis of Narcissus by Salvador Dali 1937

1. What elements of the myth of Narcissus appear in all three paintings? Explain.

2. Which of these paintings (keeping in mind that you’re only viewing a small, grainy version of the originals) is your favorite? Explain why. Think in terms of the choices the artist made in color, design and feeling in the piece.

3. Why do you think modern artists still create an image of this ancient myth? Explain.

4. Find copies of 3 artistic interpretations of a myth by searching the internet

a. Paste a copy of each piece into this document.

b. Be sure to include the links where each piece came from.

c. Label each piece with the names, dates and artists of each piece (unless they’re from antiquity and unknown, in which case label them that way.) The links below are good sources but do some additional searching of your own:

http://www.theoi.com/Galleries.htmlhttp://www.abcgallery.com/mythindex.html

5. Describe which one of the art pieces you selected is your favorite. Explain why.

6. Rewrite the story of Narcissus in your own words. Include all the characters and events but give them a modern twist.

Sample student submission:1. What elements of the myth of Narcissus appear in all three paintings? Explain.

a. Reflections are seen in all three paintings. Also, the body stance in similar in all three. They’re bending over, not out at the viewer. In the first painting it shows his envy and love for himself, while in the second gives a better depiction of the passion and feeling from Echo, the third seems to give a strange way of distorting what seems to be the reflection of Narcissus and Echo.

2. Which of these paintings (keeping in mind that you’re only viewing a small, grainy version of the originals) is your favorite? Explain why. Think in terms of the choices the artist made in color, design and feeling in the piece.

a. I mostly enjoyed the second because of the vivid visualization and bright colors but also, it gives the person observing the painting a strong feel of the emotion and envy involved with the scene.

3. Why do you think modern artists still create an image of this ancient myth? Explain.

a. Unlike history, human emotion ceases to fade and its traditional stories and myths like this that show people something to relate to or put themselves in the shoes of the mythological gods or creatures.

4. Find copies of 3 artistic interpretations of a myth by searching the internet

http://www.abcgallery.com/J/jordaens/jordaens24.htmlJacob Jordaens. Neptune Creates the Horse. C.1640-1650

https://pantherfile.uwm.edu/prec/www/course/mythology/0800/underworld.htmWilliam Blake. Illustrated Cerberus. Time created unknown .

http://maa.missouri.edu/objects/euroam/61-78EuroBordoneAthena.htmlParis Bordone, Athena Scorning the Advances of Hephaestus, C.1555-1560

http://www.theoi.com/Galleries.htmlhttp://www.abcgallery.com/mythindex.html

5. Describe which of the art pieces is your favorite. Explain why.

My favorite had to the second one I found, which is a somewhat simple sketch of Cerberus, one of Hade’s main symbols and creatures. I really enjoy this one because, it is an interesting interpretation created in modern times but using a somewhat oriental style of drawing.

6. Rewrite the story of either Narcissus or Pygmalion in your own words. Include all the characters and events but give them a modern twist.

IntroductionJason “Zeus” Oriyama was a man of honor, power, and unbelievable strength, being a world

title Muay-Thai kickboxing champion. Born of American and Japanese decent, was betrayed by his father after he had father had near killed him and his four brothers and sisters, he had used that anger to avenge such actions and became a powerful fighter and was world renown, he was brilliant with finances and law but had decided to put his true efforts into his passion. However the man had been notorious for abusing his power and had a somewhat lustful nature. His wife was named Heraji, a woman of middle-eastern descent, she was a brave hearted woman, and however she was very jealous of her husband’s attention and often had a lack of trust towards him. She had caught him several times out at the bars late at night hitting on other women, most of the time innocently because of his flirtatious personality. In contrast to his strong body and mind, he was weak under the influence of a woman’s temptation, and his wife often caused him stress, which made his only other stress relief than fighting was to go out to the bars. He enjoyed the attention thoroughly and was very generous to the other regulars to the bar.

A regular to the bar, Sarah Woodward, although most people called her “Echo” because of her somewhat brisk but unique personality. Her hair was naturally a golden brown, but she had often dyed it to a blue-gray color. Echo had known Zeus since he was a teenager, being their parents were family friends, she looked up to him like an older brother and often had helped him cover up going to the bars by distracting Heraji and chatting her up about how college was going for her. After a short while Heraji started to question why Echo had become so close to her of late. She was given insight that her husband had been going to the bar that she hated most and was outraged in hearing the information. Being devious at times, Heraji decided to get payback on Echo, on a Saturday night while Zeus was out enjoying himself at the old Woodnymph’s bar, she openly invited Echo to come over for a cup of coffee and help her with her sociology class.

Heraji had much practice with incenses and various herbs and chemicals, due to the fact two farmers from the Nepal region raised her and had a passion for Nepali culture. The vengeful wife of her powerful husband had decided to spike the coffee that Echo was sipping from, with a hazardous hallucinogen. Initially she meant no substantial harm, however she had not realized Echo was on various medication for her ADD and Bi-polar disorder. After sipping from the poisoned coffee Echo had violently fallen to the floor as the cup had shattered into a storm of ceramic debris. She was rushed to the hospital and had devastating damage to her frontal lobe from a stroke and minor brain hemorrhage. This had developed a strange disorder, which had caused her to repeat only the last words spoken to her when in conversation.

Ages – 5 ptsCreate a PowerPoint or some other visual presentation about life during the Middle Ages.Be sure to include the following in your presentation.

At least 10 major events identified by time, place and significance At least 10 images from this time (include things like artwork, manuscripts, architecture and

symbols of the time) identified by time, place and significance At least 10 significant people from this time identified by time, place and significance At least 5 images, properly identified, in your life/culture today that were directly impacted by life

in the Middle Ages. (For example, which you may not use, I could put in a picture of a little girl dressed as a princess for Halloween)

Sample student submission:Student submissions will vary.

Feudal– 5 ptsIn this assignment you will explore life in a feudal society. Complete some research about life in this time. (There are many very good resource sites listed at the end of this document.)Select the life of one of the members of feudal society and then answer the following questions. Be sure to include clear descriptions and supporting details to explain your answers.

1. What does your home look like? (how big is it, what does it look like on the inside / outside etc.)

2. Do you own your home?

3. What do your clothes look like? Are they comfortable?

4. Do you have power over anyone else? If so, who?

5. Does anyone have power over you? If so, who?

6. What is your most prized possession?

7. What do you usually eat for dinner?

8. What do you do for fun? How often do you get to do it?

9. If you have children, what do you expect them to do every day?

10. What tools or implements do you use every day, if any?

11. What is worst thing about your life?

12. What is the best thing about your life?

13. What are your hopes for the future?

14. What do you fear most?

15. How do your family and you stay warm in winter?

16. If your area is invaded by a stronger force that can overtake the current monarchy, will your life change? If so, how?

17. How far have you traveled in your life? If you did travel, why did you do so?

18. Which Church do you attend and how often do you go?

19. What sort of art or architecture have you seen?

20. Can you read or write?

21. What sort of education or training have you received?

22. If you become ill, how will you be treated for your illness?

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Sample student submission:I am a king!

What does your home look like? (how big is it, what does it look like on the inside / outside etc.)

My house is made entirely of stone because, well, it's a castle. It is oddly shaped (if you looked at it from the air it would have the most strange pattern- one resembling a puzzle piece, almost) but very large and very tall. Sometimes it can feel a little drab and cold inside, but I spruce it up. I have candles everywhere to brighten it up! My furniture is made of wood (it's standard, but comfortable) but has detailed carvings. In my Great Hall, I have a long, stretched table for all of my guests and a raised platform where I eat my meal (after all, I am the most important person). I have family portraits hanging everywhere, as well, to make my castle seem not so... empty.

Do you own your home?

Why yes, yes I do. I'm rich.

What do your clothes look like? Are they comfortable?

Because I'm rich, I want to show it off. My clothes are lined and embellished with gold and

silver, pearls and other gemstones. I have a ginormous belt made out of gold around my waist, because it's sexy. I like to dress comfortably (outside of the large amount of jewels and metals on me), so I tend to wear breeches, stockings, shoes, a shirt, a coat and a surcoat (it's longer). Every now and then I'd add a mantle (a cloak-type shawl) and a hat. My shoes always have a point (literally), and are classy. My surcoat is... fiiiiine. It's made of cloth, and I prefer it to be in a deep blood red color (scarlet).

Do you have power over anyone else? If so, who?

Are you kidding me? I have power over everyone within my kingdom. Serfs, servants... you name it, I control them.

Does anyone have power over you? If so, who?

In a way, the people do. They could always overthrow me if they had a big enough group to do so.

What is your most prized possession?

My naturally voluminous hair. In all honesty, my kingdom in its entirety is. Without it, nothing would set me apart from the commoners.

What do you usually eat for dinner?

Beef, mutton (lamb) and poultry are always on the menu. I love fresh eggs. Along with our main course (no matter what meat I choose) we have onions, garlic, herbs, dried peas and beans as well as fruits and vegetables. It's always a feast!

What do you do for fun? How often do you get to do it?

Feasts, banquets, jousts, plays, festivals, fairs, archery, bowling, dice, hammer-throwing, hunting, or hawking are some of my favorite activities! I don't get to do them too often though, running a kingdom is hard.

If you have children, what do you expect them to do every day?

My sons are being trained in reading, writing, jousting, etc. so they are to be able to carry on my tasks when I am no longer able to do so. But I don’t bother paying a lot of tutors to train my daughters in reading and writing. They get their lessons at home mostly from the women here. They know how to embroider and manage a wealthy house so they can do that for their husbands someday. My youngest son wants to go into the Church, which is good because then he can help his older brothers some day when they need something from the Church. So I pay for him to have some extra lessons with the local priests.

What tools or implements do you use every day, if any?

I use my pen and my mind. My knights and other vassals take care of things for me and I monitor them very closely.

What is worst thing about your life?

At the ripe old age of 32 I feel like I’m ancient. I’ve lived longer than most people around here. Most of my teeth are gone and I ache all over. I also don’t like all the fleas and lice. I have a lot less than my peasants, but it seems like a scratch all the time!

What is the best thing about your life?

I am rich. I get whatever my heart desires. I can afford to provide for my family in the way they so choose. I can live comfortably and not worry about losing my status or wealth.

What are your hopes for the future?

I hope to rule for a long time, and then pass my kingdom on to my sons to carry on my legacy. I also hope to marry my daughters off to wealthy neighbors to improve the security of my borders and my wealth.

What do you fear most?

I fear being overthrown. Many envy my kingdom, and there is always a shadow of fear hanging over me.

How do you and your family stay warm in winter?

We have many fireplaces and furs to stay warm. We also have bed-warmers that keep our beds warm at night. There are lots of rugs on the floors and tapestries on the wall to keep it warmer, and they look good too.

If your area is invaded by a stronger force that can overtake the current monarchy, will your life change? If so, how?

Absolutely, considering I am the local king. We will be outcasts and poor, forced to live like common folk and make a new life for ourself. I am not sure how I could provide for my family, and we would most likely die of starvation because I lack the skills to do anything for myself.

How far have you traveled in your life? If you did travel, why did you do so?

I have not, I have no reason to. I do not wish to venture out, I would rather remain in the comfort of my home.

Which Church do you attend and how often do you go?

I attend the Roman Catholic Church whenever I can (I like to go once a week) and sit by my friend, the priest.

What sort of art or architecture have you seen?

I have seen the works of the great Donatello. His masterpieces stand in every hall. His

sculptures are remarkable.

Can you read or write?

Yes, I am literate and able to write. As the eldest in my family, I was taught well at a young age. I even know French and Latin.

What sort of education or training have you received?

The highest a noble can receive. I was raised with a tutor who taught me Latin and other important core classes. I was taught to hunt and ride, as well as joust.

If you become ill, how will you be treated for your illness?

I will have a doctor treat me, as I can afford it. I will have him pay a house call and treat me according to what the illness calls for. Sometimes he bleeds me to get the bad elements out of my body and put me back in balance. He’s very well trained in religion too, which is important because we have to do what God wants to stay well.

Change – 20 pts

The Early Renaissance opened up a world of change. Access to new ideas through the written word and challenges to old/accepted ways of life and teaching meant that Europe was quickly evolving. One area that particularly benefited was science and technology. Either select one of the following men influenced by the change of the Renaissance, or complete your own research and select another person who greatly contributed to our understanding and culture because of the changes initiated during the Renaissance.

Francis Bacon Nicolaus Copernicus Rene Decartes Galileo Galilei Johannes Kepler Isaac Newton

Complete research about the person you select and then complete the following: In your own words write a 2-3 paragraphs biography of this person’s life. Be certain to

include information abouto how this person was impacted by the time and place he/she was born ino any trials or tribulations of his/her lifeo any people that impacted his/her work

In another paragraph briefly describe some of his/her more important discoveries/inventions

Finally write a final paragraph about how this person’s discoveries changed humankind's view of the world and your view of the world today.

Sample student submission:Francis Bacon was born in London. It was believed that he was mostly school at home when

he was younger because of health issues. He entered Trinity College which is located in Cambridge where his education was taught mostly in Latin. He met Queen Elizabeth at Cambridge and she called him “The Young Lord Keeper” because he was so smart and his father was the Lord Keeper for the government. Hoping that his son would follow him, his father made certain Francis was given some political instruction as part of his training. For a while Francis traveled around performing routine diplomatic tasks. When his father suddenly died Francis Bacon was facing financial ruin and he had to find a serious career fast. He ended up going into law at Gray’s Inn. Bacon became a success politically and financially, but his time in office was marred by political and financial corruption. Eventually he thrown out of office and then he turned to study and writing.

Bacon did not necessarily invent something or discover something new. He is known for his re-invention of the empirical science. He did not agree with what he studied from Aristotle and other ancient Greeks had written about science. He believed that science should be the study of actual facts that were discovered by observation and experimentation. And also to consider what caused those facts to be true. He came up with the scientific method; the process in which to prove or refute a theory using 5 steps.

Bacon did not necessarily come up with an invention by himself or discover anything but instead standardized something that really would help science conduct further effective research in

modern society. He steps in the scientific method allowed science to either prove or refute a theory. And then allow others to check the work to see if is accurate. He paved the way for research that scientists could expand on steadily. The Scientific Method is still used today and is taught as a standard to students around the world. His method is simple enough that anyone understands how to do it. His method made a breakthrough with all forms of science and gave everyone a format for proving or disproving theories.

Unit 3

UNESCO – 25 ptsUNESO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural OrganizationUnder UNESCO the United Nations works in the areas of Education, Natural Sciences, Social and Human Sciences, Culture, Communication and Information. Go to the UNESCO site and begin exploring.http://whc.unesco.org/en/Create a graphic presentation in PowerPoint, Prezi, or similar format about UNESCO.

NOTE: Do not put too much information onto every page. Instead, put only one or two elements per page and then really develop, mostly with graphics and pictures, what that idea is about. So for example (which you may not use): You have selected as one of you slides the UNESCO cause of the Great Barrier Reef of Australia. Put it onto one page using nice big clear fonts. Write a very brief description of the goal and then use two or three graphic images to 'show' the goal. Then add a few other word elements to enhance the photos you provided. Be sure to include either with a few words or with images how the UNESCO is supporting that cause.

Your presentation should include the following: What are some of the ‘causes’ that UNESCO embraces? There are hundreds so you should present

at least 10. What are some of the publications that UNESCO publishes? Be sure to give a brief explanation

about what each publication is about. What are some of the events that UNESCO puts on? Be sure to give a brief explanation about what

each event is about. What are some of the resources that UNESCO offers to people? If you were offered a job with UNESCO, what do you think you’d like to do? Describe the duties and

location of the job. Briefly explain ‘What is the World Heritage List’? (It appears under ‘The List’ on the main page.) Explore ‘The List in Danger’ sites (on the right hand Global Strategy bar under ‘The List’) and do a

brief presentation on the 2 site that you currently think it the most at risk in the world right now. Be sure to include supporting evidence for your claim.

Sample student submission:Student submissions will vary.

Reformation – 15 pts

Research one of the great Reformers. There are many of them and you may select your own, but some of the more famous ones include:

John Calvin Thomas Cranmer Thomas Cromwell Desiderius Erasmus George Fox (actually he’s pretty late in the Reformation, but still very interesting) John Knox Martin Luther John Wesley John Wycliffe Ulrich Zwingli

1. Give some general biographic information about his life including who, when and where.

2. Describe in what ways he disagreed with the Catholic Church.

3. Describe what changes he made to religious doctrine and to the church practices. Consider the following areas: church authority, sacraments, use of Latin, how to achieve salvation, music or art in religious ceremony, role of the individual in their religious education, etc.

Arguably England had one of the greatest impacts on the early development of the United States. Complete some of your own research and answer these questions. Note: There is no right or wrong answer, it’s how well you think through and support your answers that will earn you the points here.

4. In a paragraph explain how England’s acceptance of the Protestant faith impacted the colonization of the New World?

5. In a paragraph explain how England’s acceptance of the Protestant faith impacted the development of a new government that became the United States?

Sample student submission: Give some general biographic information about his life including who, when and where.

Martin Bucer was born on November 11, 1491 in Schlettstadt, Alsace (previously in Germany, now France) and died on February 28, 1551 in Cambridge, England.

Describe in what ways he disagreed with the Catholic Church. Bucer disagreed with the idea and practice of mass, and abolished it. Concerning the sacrament of the altar, he taught that the bread (when giving thanks or taking part in a meal) is the [representation of the] body of Christ and the wine his blood, but that greater importance should be put on the commemoration of the death of Jesus. He believed in predestination (the belief that one is born with a purpose set for him by God already, and that his goal in life is to live out that purpose).

Describe what changes he made to doctrine and to the church service. Consider the following areas (church authority, sacraments, use of Latin, how to achieve salvation, music or art in religious ceremony, role of the individual in their religious education, etc.)As stated above, Bucer abolished mass, and questioned the idea of taking communion. He emphasized admonition of other members of the church (the holding of accountability) and said it was the members’ duty, not the churches. He pushed for the idea of public punishment (if someone is disobeying the laws of the church, they are to be punished).

Arguably England had one of the greatest impacts on the early development of the United States. Complete some of your own research and answer these questions. Note: There is no right or wrong answer, it’s how well you think through and support your answers that will earn you the points here.

In a paragraph explain how England’s acceptance of the Protestant faith impacted the colonization of the New World?Henry VIII turned the entire country Protestant. His son Edward was extremely Protestant, but died in his teens. Henry’s eldest daughter, Mary I, attempted to return the country to the Roman Catholic Church. Soon it was essentially illegal to practice any religion other than Roman Catholics. Those who chose to practice another religion in England were hanged or served some other form of public execution (ex. Mary I of England banished Protestants in the 1547 Marian persecutions). Thus those seeking religious freedom had no choice but to branch out away from England and venture elsewhere. A lot of Protestant people went to the New World seeking religious freedom. This set the stage New World English colonies to be mostly Protestant religions and not so much Catholic.

When Mary I died childless, her Protestant sister, Elizabeth I, permanently converted the country back to the Protestant faith and it remains the Anglican (Protestant) Church even today. Elizabeth I wasn’t as violent her sister about insisting that everyone practice the same religion, so the Catholics weren’t as quick to go to the New World to find religious freedom.

In a paragraph explain how England’s acceptance of the Protestant faith impacted the development of a new government that became the United States?Since those who came to the New World had been so severely prosecuted by the rulers in England because of their faith, they strived to develop a government with their ideals in mind. There were different branches of Protestants groups (Puritans, Methodist, Quakers, etc.) and each had different ideas of what/how the church/government should be set up. They often set up their colonies in different areas so that they’d be free to practice the way they wanted. And most of them didn’t want government telling them what religion they could or could not follow. They’d had enough of that nonsense in England and it was why they left. So when the colonies became the United States, most people were in agreement that religion was important, but that the government shouldn’t have any part of it. This led to the separation of church and state that we still have today.

Baroque – 15 ptsYou will research and create a report about an artist or composer from the Baroque period. Though several were listed for you in this unit, you are welcome to do your own search and find other people to research.

Write a short biography of his/her life including:o Nameo Important dateso Where borno Where livedo Where diedo At least 3 important events that occurred in his/her life that impacted the works created

Put together a showcase of your three favorite pieces of work from this person.o You may cut and paste art pieces or (needed for the music) post links to the individual

pieces for your facilitator to listen to or see.o For each piece give a brief history of the piece and a brief description of what it

looks/sounds like that identifies it as belonging to this artist. (Note: in your biography of this person you had to write about three things that happened that impacted the work that was created. You should mention those events here in your description of the pieces.)

o Explain why you like each piece so much. Include how the piece makes you feel and think about things.

Sample student submission:Johann Sebastian Bach was a very important and musically talented composer during the baroque era. He was born March 21, 1685 and died on July 28, 1750. He was a very good pianist. When Bach’s Father died his brother named Christoph adopted him and his younger brother. Bach’s first organ lessons were from his brother Christoph. His talent all started from his brother teaching him the organ. When Bach was a teenager he went to Lyceum and was ranked 4th in his entire class when he graduated. When he was at school he learned math and science and how to build organs. In 1707 Bach was told to play at Mühlhausen church. The music he played there he actually composed himself. Everybody loved his music. Bach became very talented at a very young age. When his uncle died he left Bach with a lot of money and then he got married to the love of his life. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHzfD6XLK7QThis song which was composed by Bach really is a classic song! So many people have heard this song and don’t know how talented that Bach was at such a young age. This song makes me feel like a child again it makes me feel relaxed and happy about life it is a true classic. This by far is Bach’s most popular piece and you can find many covers of the song on YouTube which are all very good.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-rgOYwjRk0This song is an all piano song written and performed by Bach. This shows the same Bach but different instruments. Bach could play piano, harp, cello and harp he could play so many instruments and then make up his own masterpieces out of them. He was an amazing composer. This piece makes me feel like I want to go dance!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MYzkBiJn5YThis song is called air on a g string. In this song he plays only on the g string of the harp. It is a very peaceful and relaxing song. This song can help me sleep and is just such a talented song.

Enlightenment– 20 pts

Looking at the unit material and completing some additional research on your own, create a list of 7 ideals of the Enlightenment:

1.2. 3.4.5.6.7.

Using Jonathan Swift’s A Modest Proposal from the unit and the list of Enlightenment list you created above you will fill in the Enlightenment Chart below.

Select at least 10 quotes from Jonathan Swift’s A Modest Proposal. Next to each quote, briefly describe the Enlightenment Ideal that is associated with Swift’s writing.

Quote Enlightenment Ideal

Modern ProposalNow it’s your turn to create your own Modest Proposal. In the same way that Swift is championing a cause, select a cause that you think is important. In a similar style write a Modest Proposal for that cause. Though you will use modern language and grammar, you want to retain the ‘flavor’ of Swift’s work.

Sample student submission:1. People should have the chance to be treated equally2. Human reason should be used to solve problems3. Everyone should use human reason4. Logic should be used to understand the problem5. Different classes, particularly upper elite classes are a bad idea6. People should work toward peace7. People should work toward security

Quote Enlightenment Ideal

“and therefore whoever could find out a fair, cheap and easy method of making these children sound and useful members of the common-wealth, would deserve so well of the publick, as to have his statue set up for a preserver of the nation.”

Though this piece is a satire, the topic he brings up is one of a new start or rebirth. He wishes to make those with a burdensome life equal with the others, and socially acceptable.

“There is likewise another great advantage in my scheme, that it will prevent those voluntary abortions, and that horrid practice of women murdering their bastard children…”

Here is using the idea of human reason to see how extreme the results would potentially be if his satirical plan were to be carried out. He is using sarcasm to a high degree to portray how ridiculous people were being about the situation.

“The number of souls in this kingdom being usually reckoned one million and a half, of these I calculate there may be about two hundred thousand couple whose wives are breeders; from which number I subtract thirty thousand couple, who are able to maintain their own children, (although I apprehend there cannot be so many, under the present distresses of the kingdom) but this being granted, there will remain an hundred and seventy thousand breeders. I again subtract fifty thousand, for those women who miscarry, or whose children die by accident or disease within the year. There only remain an hundred and twenty thousand children of poor parents annually born.”

Swift is using mathematical reasoning to explain the irrationality of people’s behavior and ideas, and how numbers can’t accurately be put out to represent what could happen. Also, the numbers are extreme, which is representative of people’s solutions at the time.

“I have been assured by a very knowing American of my acquaintance in London, that a young healthy child well nursed, is, at a year old, a most delicious nourishing and wholesome food, whether stewed, roasted, baked, or boiled; and I make no doubt that it will equally serve in a fricasie, or a ragoust.”

Again, Swift is making an irrational leap for a conclusion (it is satire after all) in an attempt to appeal to human reason and reach a logical thought in one. He knows his “solution” is extreme, and that most people would be abhorred by it and will disagree.

“Those who are more thrifty (as I must confess the times require) may flea the carcass; the skin of which, artificially dressed, will make admirable gloves for ladies, and summer boots for fine

Here Swift is showing how this would be inhumane, and would result in a loss of humanity (an Enlightenment ideal).

gentlemen…”

Some persons of a desponding spirit are in great concern about that vast number of poor people, who are aged, diseased, or maimed; and I have been desired to employ my thoughts what course may be taken, to ease the nation of so grievous an incumbrance. But I am not in the least pain upon that matter, because it is very well known, that they are every day dying, and rotting, by cold and famine, and filth, and vermin, as fast as can be reasonably expected. And as to the young labourers, they are now in almost as hopeful a condition. They cannot get work, and consequently pine away from want of nourishment, to a degree, that if at any time they are accidentally hired to common labour, they have not strength to perform it, and thus the country and themselves are happily delivered from the evils to come.

This quote refers to the ending of a society as a whole. With no people growing up or existing, the human race would end as we know it. He phrases it in a way that at first sounds beneficial, but means the opposite. He’s essentially saying let the old die, and let the young die. With no young or old, who is left?

Secondly, The poorer tenants will have something valuable of their own, which by law may be made liable to a distress, and help to pay their landlord's rent, their corn and cattle being already seized, and money a thing unknown.

This is in a “strive” to make the lower class equal with others in an attempt to level the playing field.

I can think of no one objection, that will possibly be raised against this proposal, unless it should be urged, that the number of people will be thereby much lessened in the kingdom.

Swift is again referring to the lessening of the amount of people and essentially the human race as a whole.

“I am not so violently bent upon my own opinion, as to reject any offer, proposed by wise men…”

Swift notes that he will take all solutions suggested by reason. Logical reasoning.

“…adding those who are beggars by profession, to the bulk of farmers, cottagers and labourers, with their wives and children, who are I profess, in the sincerity of my heart, that I have not the least personal interest in endeavouring to promote this necessary work, having no other motive than the publick good of my country, by advancing our trade, providing for infants, relieving the poor, and giving some pleasure to the rich.”

Here, though he is saying he himself has no personal interest in their good (out of a care for them), he is saying this would be solely for the good of the country. It is for THAT reason that he puts forth this plan: out of reason, not because he truly cares about the individuals.

Modern ProposalNow it’s your turn to create a Modest Proposal. In the same way that Swift is championing a cause, select a cause that you think is important. In a similar style write a Modest Proposal for that cause. Though you will use modern language and grammar, you want to retain the ‘flavor’ of Swift’s work.

A young African American family was riding the bus from Detroit to Lansing, Michigan. The bus was rather crowded, but the family managed to find some seats nonetheless. After the bus had been en route for some time, it pulled up to a bus stop to pick up more people. Upon stopping, an elderly white man boarded. He eyed the African American family with a look of disgust, muttering profanities under his breath. The father, aware of the situation, approached the elderly man and inquired as to if he was in need of assistance in some way. The older man guffawed, snarkily retorting that the seat belonged to those of a higher class. The father, shocked as he was, asked what defined a man’s class. With a glare and a heavy sigh, the old man responded with one word: race. If we are to judge a person solely on appearance, as we often do, my solution is to rid every individual alive of the burden of individuality. With all people identical, there will be no defining features to set apart one person from another, eliminating racism and prejudices. This can be done simply, by setting a standard of dress, schools of conformity, and isolationism for those who refuse.

Where a standard dress code is concerned, it’s relatively simple. All clothing manufacturers and retail stores could exchange their current wares for the new line of uniforms. Their sales would not diminish as the need for clothing would be just as high. The uniform would be easy to mass produce, as well. It would consist of a black turtleneck shirt, black pants, black socks, black gloves and black dress shoes. This universal dress code would be mandatory for everyone, but could be changed depending on the climate of the country. For example, those who live in Alaska would have access to black coats and black bomber hats as well. But, what about people’s faces? There are still identifying and unique features on each person that could cause them to be singled out or persecuted. I suggest that brown paper bags come into play. They are also easy to mass reproduce and cheap to purchase. One could purchase a bag and wear it over their head to prevent people from judging based on skin color. With a sea of identical people, one cannot help but learn to appreciate the heart of a person, rather than their externals.

Identical looks are not enough, however. Behavior ranges and varies from person to person. A Romanian man acts much differently than a Canadian man, and so we must introduce schools designed to teach a universally behavioral and cultural standard. At these schools (which will be located in every district worldwide, replacing public and private schools currently in place), teachers will rid students of accents, humor, and other exclusive individual traits.

There will be those who choose not to cooperate: I can only assume. For those who refuse to participate in this cleansing, the continent of Australia will be designated to house and detain all rebels. There will be boarding facilities and criminal justice systems set to emphasize the need for this cause. Once those who are sent to Australia are reformed, they may return back to their place of birth without penalty.

My plan is easy to accomplish, cost efficient, and logical. Ridding the world of individuality will eliminate racism and prejudices, as people will have no choice but to get to know people before judging (which, they will not be able to do as all people will be the same).

Modern – 25 ptsOpen and read this document to help you complete your assignment: How To Look at a Piece of Art

Make sure to read and respond to every section of this assignment. Read all the prompts and answer all parts of the prompts. If you need additional assistance, complete some additional research or ask your facilitator for clarification.

Modern Entertainment

Select two pieces of modern entertainment. This could include movies, theatre, TV, music or some other form. Using what you read in the How To Look at a Piece of Art document, answer the following:

Explain how these two pieces of the entertainment interest you and in what ways they most influence your personal life.

Explain how these two pieces of the entertainment have changed over time.

Modern Architecture

Complete some research and select a piece of architecture that has been built in the last 50 years that interests you. (Note: just because it was built recently doesn’t mean that it has to ‘look’ new. Retro or classical styles are often ‘modernized’.)

Using what you read in the How To Look at a Piece of Art document write a brief editorial identifying and explaining what is the most appealing and the least appealing about the piece of architecture you selected.

Modern Art

Find a sample of each of artistic styles listed below on the Internet. Using what you read in the How To Look at a Piece of Art document critique them.

Style Your ResponseAbstract Expressionist painting

Cite information for the graphic (name of page, url, date of capture)

The name of the painting and artist

Create a review of that art including TWO of the elements that you read about

And Your Personal reaction to the piece

A photograph by a well known photographer

Cite information for the graphic (name of page, url, date of capture)

The name of the painting and artist

Create a review of that art including TWO of the elements that you read about

And Your Personal reaction to the piece

Cubist painting

Cite information for the graphic (name of page, url, date of capture)

The name of the painting and artist

Create a review of that art including TWO of the elements that you read about

And Your Personal reaction to the piece

Pop Art painting or sculpture

Cite information for the graphic (name of page, url, date of capture)

The name of the painting and artist

Create a review of that art including TWO of the elements that you read about

And Your Personal reaction to the piece

Sample student submission:Modern Entertainment

Select two pieces of modern entertainment. This could include movies, theatre, TV, music or some other form. Using what you read in the How To Look at a Piece of Art document, answer the following:

Explain how these two pieces of the entertainment interest you and in what ways they most influence your personal life.

Explain how these two pieces of the entertainment have changed over time.

I chose the television show “Gilmore Girls” and the movie “Peter Pan” (the 1950’s Disney version).

Gilmore Girls: I think Gilmore Girls interests me because it’s relatable. Rory was raised by a single mother and I can identify with that. Also, it’s modern so it includes references to real life events that currently affect my life (and the nation as a whole). The show has a funny theme which attracts my interest. It influences me greatly, actually. I can take its morals and life lessons and apply them to situations I experience in my day-to-day life.

I really don’t think that series has changed much. The characters have remained the same, they have just developed more. The plot has remained essentially the same as well. The style of filming, the style of acting… all have remained pretty consistent throughout.Peter Pan: Peter Pan appeals to me because it’s something that cannot happen. I like how it’s somewhat fantasy-oriented, and ideal to another world. Also, it’s kind of retro. It’s a unique look into the way movies were often made in the time- in specific the type of animation. I wouldn’t say it influences me, as it’s an animated classic film. I suppose maybe it influences me in the sense that I watch it nearly once a week, so it’s become a staple film in my household. But day-to-day I don’t think its ideals or morals influence me one way or another.

This film itself has not changed, but the interpretations and versions of it have. It has been recreated in forms like “Hook,” “Peter Pan” (starring Jeremy Sumpter), “Neverland,” “Jake and the Neverland Pirates,” etc. The styles have changed from animation to real life to a new form of animation and each take different twists with the original play by J. M. Barrie. Some portray Neverland as a dark place, others take the same route as Disney in displaying it as a fantasy place.

Modern Architecture

Complete some research and select a piece of architecture that has been built in the last 50 years that interests you. (Note: just because it was built recently doesn’t mean that it has to ‘look’ new. Retro or classical styles are often ‘modernized’.)

Using what you read in the How To Look at a Piece of Art document write a brief editorial identifying and explaining what is the most appealing and the least appealing about the piece of architecture you selected.

Retro-futurism architecture is portrayed above.Retro-futurism is a type of architecture that originated in the 60’s that represented what people thought the future would look like. It consists of an unrealistic idea of what the future may look like (i.e. including space ships etc.). The structures have fluid lines and often reflective surfaces.

What appeals most to me is the “clean” look it has. It (this building in specific) is a pure, starch white. I like how all of the components seemingly fit together to create one unique piece. I especially like how it shows a past-tense view of what we would be experiencing today, but it was created recently. It’s a throwback to an older concept that is modernized.

What I dislike the most is it is on poles. I think it detracts from the building and is a little bit of an eyesore. I realize it’s more futuristic that way, but it looks like an unsafe unrealistic way of holding the building up.

Modern Art

Find a sample of each of artistic styles listed below on the Internet. Using what you read in the How To Look at a Piece of Art document critique them.

Abstract Expressionist painting

Cite information for the graphic (name of page, url, date of capture)

The name of the painting and artist

Create a review of that art including TWO of the elements that you read about

And Your Personal reaction to the piece

"Ringside." VirtualGallery.com. Google, n.d. Web. 6 Dec. 2012. <https://www.virtualgallery.com/#!arthur_simone_a1562736/arthur_simone_s9795/ringside_o113298>.Painting made in 2011.

The painting is called “Ringside” and was made by Arthur Simone.

Ringside is an abstract expressionist painting combining the sense of chaos and disorder with a feeling of unity. Arthur Simone incorporated bright vividly colored [color] oils [medium] to create the feeling of “bold” while using repeating parts (squares, dots, rectangular shapes) to create a slight sense of uniformity. While the placement of the aforementioned shapes may vary, he repeatedly uses them throughout the piece.

I personally do not like it. It is too gaudy for my taste. I don’t understand how something so visually unappealing is, well, appealing to some! The style is too disorderly and mashed, if that makes sense. It looks like a bunch of different ideas were all slapped into one piece. Wow that sounds harsh.

Cubist painting

Cite information for the graphic (name of page, url, date of capture)

The name of the painting and artist

Create a review of that art including TWO of the elements that you read about

And Your Personal reaction to the piece

"Cassie Thinking About Cubism." Wikipedia. N.p., 7 Apr. 2008. Web. 6 Dec. 2012. <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Philip_Absolon._Cassie_Thinking_About_Cubism.jpg>.Painting made in I don’t know when because all of the places with the answers are blocked by the school.

The artist’s name is Philip Absolon and the piece is called “Cassie Thinking About Cubism.”

Cubism includes, well, just that. Cubes. This piece is full of repeating unsymmetrical [composition] cubish-shapes that create one idea: the cat. I like cats. Like the former painting, this piece includes a bright pop of color that draws the eye. And the fact that it’s a cat. I really like cats.

I like this piece a lot! Not just because it’s a cat. It is nearly proportional and creates an identifiable image. It all works together to create a piece that isn’t overwhelming to the eye. The colors are not harsh or overbearing, but they are vivid. It just… works.

Pop Art painting or sculpture

Cite information for the graphic (name of page, url, date of capture)

The name of the painting and artist

"Campbell's Soup Cans." Wikipedia. N.p., n.d. Web. 6 Dec. 2012. <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Campbell%27s_Soup_Cans>.Painting made in 1962.

Create a review of that art including TWO of the elements that you read about

And Your Personal reaction to the piece

This painting is called “32 Campbell’s Soup Cans” by Andy Warhol.

This piece includes a popular item that many people see or use in everyday life which is specific to the [style] of the Pop Art movement. It’s symmetrically repeatedly painted in the same way 32 times [composition]. The items flow in harmony as there is no disruption of the uniformity of the piece. Each object is identical to the next.

I like it! I like all Andy Warhol did. I love his use of repeated ideas and identical components of the piece. It looks identical to a Campbell’s soup can that you see now, so it’s identifiable to real life objects. It’s uniform. Nothing stands out at me from it, and it doesn’t hurt my eyes.

Pygmalion – 10 pts

Click here to open a copy of Pygmalion. You may also find your own copy if you prefer. Read through all of these questions so that you can gather the information as you read. This assignment will be do at the end of the unit.

Who is the author of this version of Pygmalion? Complete some research about this author and in a couple of paragraphs describe the time period

this author experienced. In your description be sure to include ideas about the culture and what was going on in that time.

As you read create a list of at least 6 of the main characters. For each character give a brief description of who they are and their importance to the story.

Describe at least three conflicts that occur within the story. As your read think about what the author’s feelings are about his time? Explain with evidence from

at least three parts of the story. What do you think the authors feelings are about the social classes? Explain with evidence from at

least three parts of the story. What is the transformation that occurs (HINT: it’s much more than just her ‘learn’n to speak

proper’.) Compare and contrast this version of Pygmalion to the one you read in Unit 1. Give detail from

both versions to make your points. What do these stories say about the nature of desire, love and the natural world? Use examples

from both stories in your answer. Feel free to speculate. If you are stuck, you can start your answer with “These stories might be saying….”

Sample student submission Who is the author of this version of Pygmalion?

George Bernard Shaw Complete some research about this author and in a couple of paragraphs describe the time period

this author experienced. In your description be sure to include ideas about the culture and what was going on in that time.

George Bernard Shaw lived from 1856-1950 AD. He was born in Dublin, Ireland but at the age of 20 he moved to London, England and remained there for approximately 30 years. Shaw was a middle-class man Socialist, and began his career in literature critiquing drama at local newspapers as well as writing a semi-autobiographical book (“Immaturity”). He was married in 1898 and in 1906 settled down in a small village outside of London called Hertfordshire. Shaw died at his home in Ayot St. Lawrence, Hertfordshire, on November 2, 1950.

During his life, George Bernard Shaw experienced both World War I and World War II. During these two wars, Shaw was living in England which was poverty-stricken at the time. With all of the economy funding the wars, people had little to no personal income for their own usage.

Shaw lost a lot of faith in humanity during this time, and wanted to supply the suffering English with some humor in the dark times. He would write about the ongoing

wars, but add in humor. The negative effects of the war supplied Shaw with inspiration on topics.

As you read create a list of at least 6 of the main characters. For each character give a brief description of who they are and their importance to the story.Professor Henry Higgins

Higgins is essentially a huge jumbled mess of contradictions. He hates women but loves his mother (mama’s boy). He’s talented and educated. Basically he’s a lovable cocky jerk. Henry Higgins is also a professor of phonetics who plays Pygmalion to Eliza Doolittle's Galatea. He is the author of Higgins' Universal Alphabet, and uses cameras and recorders to study his patients, which makes them just like a number, rather than a person.Mrs. Higgins

Mrs. Higgins is Professor Higgins' mother. Mrs. Higgins sees the Eliza Doolittle experiment as idiotic, and Higgins and Pickering as children. She is the first and only character in Pygmalion to have any issues or objections about the whole experiment. She is a motherly figure to nearly every character, because when things go wrong they are seen turning to her for help and advice.Alfred Doolittle

Alfred Doolittle is Eliza's father, a widowed-many-times garbage man. He is seemingly fearless, and without a sense of a moral standard. When he finds out Eliza is in Higgins’ home, he immediately starts scheming to get some money out of the situation. He is willing to sell his daughter if it brings him money and though his approach to many issues is one lacking morality, he always speaks the truth (at least what it is in his eyes).Eliza Doolittle

Eliza is originally crafted to be a sassy, smart-mouthed flower seller with poor grammar, but is transformed into a person capable of fitting in with royalty. Eliza is the person Higgins is trying to transform into a duchess, and he does so.Freddy Eynsford Hill

Freddy is a weak sidekick to his mother and sister. He falls in love with Eliza, and tries to woo her with letters. He is a possible husband for Eliza.Colonel Pickering

Colonel Pickering loves the English language (especially grammar) as much as Higgins does, but he takes a different approach. Pickering is a kind and genuine gentleman. He is the yin to Higgins’ yang and balances him out. He teaches Eliza to respect herself.

Describe at least three conflicts that occur within the story. 1. Eliza has horrible grammar, and needs it to be fixed.2. There is an underlying conflict of lower class vs. upper (which was going on in real life

at that time, as well) where the upper class is looking to essentially teach the social class differences out of the lower class (if that makes sense?). The lower class is laughed at, bet on, and put down.

3. Eliza begins to fall for Freddy, who essentially is knocked out of her league (again creating an issue of upper class vs. lower class) as she changes.

As your read think about what the author’s feelings are about his time? Explain with evidence from at least three parts of the story.

Well as I mentioned in his biographical information in the second question, Shaw lost a lot of faith in humanity and viewed the times as one great big struggle. In his eyes, the members of the upper class were bullies to the lower class which is an injustice. That idea can be seen in the tension between Eliza and Higgins as well as the conflict between Eliza and Freddy. It was all a big fight to get to the top and showed the lack of morality in people. That can also be seen when Eliza’s dad is placing money on her with no care for who she is. He just wants what was “best” for him.

What do you think the authors feelings are about the social classes? Explain with evidence from at least three parts of the story.

If I had to guess, I would assume that he thought they were ridiculous titles that just cause people to be vicious and cutthroat. I hate to use the same examples twice (referring to the previous question) but I feel like they are applicable to this question as well. There are prejudices from the upper class (Higgins, and eventually Eliza) towards the lower class (Eliza originally, and Freddy). There is tension between the classes, which I think shows Shaw’s negative feelings towards classes- like there is so much internal turmoil no one can focus on the bigger issue.

What is the transformation that occurs (HINT: it’s much more than just her ‘learn’n to speak proper’.)

Eliza changes classes entirely. She goes from a lowly less-than-nothing “member” of society to a respected member of nobility. Her self-confidence and worth goes up, and she respects herself. She can control her temper, and blend in with the crowd (as well as speaking proper, because that is a portion of it).

Compare and contrast this version of Pygmalion to the one you read in Unit 1. Give detail from both versions to make your points.

Well in the one from Unit 2, the version is Ancient Roman. The characters are seen in the life of the times (fraternizing with gods and goddesses) as compared to the Shaw version where it is seen as being a modern situation (so essentially the time changes). In both plays, the “sculptor” is crafting a woman (whether it be in the form of a statue or Eliza) to be what he wishes it to be and succeeds at it. However in the Unit 2 version, he then proceeds to fall in love with his creation and marry it, while in Shaw’s version there is Eliza and Freddy’s love that is seemingly the winning combination.

What do these stories say about the nature of desire, love and the natural world? Use examples from both stories in your answer. Feel free to speculate. If you are stuck, you can start your answer with “These stories might be saying….”

We are so willing to craft ourselves to fit in with others that we go to extreme leaps and bounds to do so at the risk of losing our true selves. We crave approval and desire affection and when denied it, strive to gain or regain it at any cost necessary. Eliza was willing to transform herself into something she wasn’t just to not be looked down upon anymore and that’s true of almost all human nature.

Pygmalion 2 – 25 ptsHaving read two versions of Pygmalion, now it’s your turn to rewrite this story.

Describe the time period you will set your story in. (You may NOT use either time period the original two were set in.) Remember, these stories are greatly influenced by the times they are set in. The attitudes, values and culture define the metamorphosis that will occur in your story so be sure that culture is clear to your audience.

Create a list and brief descriptions of your main characters.

Write your story. Spelling, grammar, word choice and other language arts elements are a critical part of this assignment so use all the tools at your disposal, including proof readers to check your story before submission.

Sample student submission:Main Characters:

Dahlia May: A socially inept, shy, awkward orphan. She is looking to blend in with a family who is potentially interested in adopting her, and needs help making a positive impression on that family.

Jeremy Wilson: A volunteer at a local shelter who wants to help Dahlia adjust and be adopted. He is a man of his job who normally doesn't invest feelings into those he helps.

Anna Kehler: Potential adopter of Dahlia.

Pygmalion Act I of I, Scene I of I.As she entered the shelter, Dahlia shook with fear. Looking from blank slate to blank slate, she

searched for an aura of compassion or warmth. Locking eyes with a young man, she proceeded with caution. He took the cue and immediately welcomed her to the shelter, looking up and down at the disheveled dirty person in front of him. He inquired as to if she needed any assistance. She did indeed. She was lost, alone, and scared, but she didn't let on. Instead, she responded that she was just looking for a temporary escape from the storm outside. Seeing right through her guise the man, Jeremy, placed her at the front of the cafeteria line. His intention? To place her out of her comfort zone and force Dahlia to interact with others. Unknowingly, she complied and took her place at the front of the line. As people began filling in for lunch, a cold sweat onset. An internal panic overwhelmingly took over Dahlia. She wondered if she could do this, or if she should run. But, she stood her ground and began serving the incoming crowd. By the end of her shift, her tension relaxed and she even found it easy to converse with some of the customers. Walking up to Jeremy, she asked how he knew what she needed. He explained how simple it was to identify that terrified look. He then asked a question in return, if she were to be adopted. She nodded, and said how there was a person interested, but she was too afraid to put herself out there. He placed a hand on her shoulder and told her how if she put into practice what was done at the shelter today; she could easily place herself in a family.

She walked out of that shelter with her head held high, taking in all she learned at the shelter. On a whim, she walked over to the agency in charge of her adoption papers. On a mission, Dahlia walked up to the front desk and boldly asked to speak to her potential family. Anna, her potential mother, was rung and upon arrival was greeted by a smiling, excited Dahlia. Impressed by the turn around made, Anna took an instant shining to her. The two began talking and with the ticking of the clock, a new bond was made.

Unit 4

Pluralism – 35 ptsDirections: Use the internet to find information for each of the following religions and philosophies. Please remember that you are looking at the original base for all these religions and you are making some generalizations. While ideas and concepts have changed over the years and there are always exceptions to the rule, the foundations on which they were developed have remained the same.

1. Explain: What is the idea of pluralisms in regards to religions?:

HINDUISM BUDDHISM SUFISM (ISLAM) SIKHISM JAINISMWhat previous knowledge do you have about the religion?What is the place and dates of origin of the religion?How many followers are there world-wide?Who is the founder of the religion?Who are the important people and/or gods associated with the religion?What are the sacred writings of the religion?

HINDUISM BUDDHISM SUFISM (ISLAM) SIKHISM JAINISMWhat are 4-5 basic beliefs of each religion?

What are 2 specific practices/rituals in the religion? What are the beliefs surrounding what occurs after death?Where do followers worship?Where (geographically) are followers located?What are 3-4 important symbols for each religion? Why are they important?

Sample student submission:1. Explain: What is the idea of pluralisms in regards to religions?:

HINDUISM BUDDHISM SUFISM (ISLAM)

SIKHISM JAINISM

What previous knowledge do you have about the religion?

None Buddha is their idle.

non none none

What is the place and dates of origin of the religion?

circa 10000 B.C.between 500 and 400B.C Founded in India.

610 A.DIn Mecca

Punjab in 1947. 550 BCE India

How many followers are there world-wide?

828 million people 376 million 1600 million 23.8 million 4.30 million

Who is the founder of the religion?

Was founded by god.

Siddhārtha Gautama

Muhammad Guru Nanak No founder.

Who are the important people and/or gods associated with the religion?

Trimurti.Brahma the creator.Vishnu the preserver. Shiva the destroyer.

Kamma is the main god in Buddhism.

Allah or god. There is only one god. God

24 Tirthankaras

What are the sacred writings of the religion?

The Vedas are the oldest and most important texts in Hinduism.

There are many sacred writing called sutras.

Quran is the most sacred writing in Islam.

They have a collection of tributes.

Jaina Sutras.

HINDUISM BUDDHISM SUFISM (ISLAM)

SIKHISM JAINISM

What are 4-5 basic beliefs of each religion?

1. Believe in a supreme being.

2. Divinity of the four Vedas.

3. The universe undergoes unending cycles of life.

4. They believe

1. Believe in Reincarnation.

2. Nature of suffering.

3. Origin of

1. They believe strongly in on god named Allah.

2. The last prophet is Muhammad.

3. Allah has no

1. To worship one god.

2. Treat everyone equally no matter what.

3. Believe the three primary principles

1. They fast if there is an error committed

2. They believe in five vows.

3. Follow a vegetarian type diet.

strongly in karma. If you do bad things bad things will happen.

suffering.

4. Cessation of suffering.

god or parents or parents.

4. Don’t kill your children out of poverty.

4. Don’t do the five sins of ego.

4. Moksa is the ending cycle of reincarnation.

What are 2 specific practices/rituals in the religion?

Bramacharga is a ritual that takes place during the school years of their life.

Grastha is a ritual during the middle years of life.

Meidtation is a very common ritual. It is a peaceful relaxing ritual.

Mantras is sacred sounds.

They pray a lot and say special phrases and verses.

Fasting is when one doesn’t eat for a certain amount of time on purpose.

They do the ceremony of initiation.

They sing a nd share meals with friends and families.

They follow the five great vows. Non violence Truth Non stealing Celibacy Non

possessiveness

What are the beliefs surrounding what occurs after death?

Your soul becomes immortal and imperishable.

When you die you come back as somebody else in a different time.

Allah will raise all people from the dead to be judged.

The souls go to the deep underworld of Narak.

Depending on how you were on earth will decide what layer of heaven or hell you go to.

Where do followers worship?

In their home or a temple.

They worship in Buddhist temples.

They go to a temple like place called a masjid

In their homes very early in the morning.

The tirth kshestra. Its like a temple of worship.

Where (geographically) are followers located?

All around the world.

Asia and China They live all around the world.

India Mainly in UK

What are 3-4 important symbols for each religion? Why are they important?

Monsoon – 5 pts

Complete some independent research to answer the following:

1. What are monsoons and what are their impact on Asian society and culture?

2. What are Asia’s monsoon seasons?

3. Define "Monsoon Asia."

4. What distinguishes “Monsoon Asia” from the remainder of Asia? What are the consequent differences between the two?

5. What are the societal consequences of an irrigation wet-rice society?

6. Where did the most populous early Asian societies form, and why?

7. What kind of social hierarchy existed/exists in Monsoon Asia?

8. Why are children in Monsoon Asia typically not named under one year old?

9. What was the status of women in Monsoon Asian societies?

Open and read the following article about water use in India. Then respond to the questions below.

http://staffweb.psdschools.org/bkatz/OM11/Hum/Res/MarbleWater.doc

10. In your own words, briefly describe the water conflict that is occurring in this area of India.

11. Do you think that other areas of Asia are experiencing similar conflicts? Be sure to explain your answer.

12. How does the water crisis that you read about compare to the experiences we have with water conflicts in the United States? How are we similar and how are we different? Be sure to explain your answer.

Sample student submission:

1. What are monsoons and what are their impact on Asian society and culture?

Monsoons are severe shifts in wind that are seasonal occurrences. They cause heavy rainfall which can often flood and ruin Asian crops, but it also makes rice crops successful (which is a large vital component to economic and physiological survival).

2. What are Asia’s monsoon seasons?

The Monsoon Season in India is from June to September, in Thailand it is from June to October, and the rest of South East Asia is similar to Thailand. It’s essentially the summer.

3. Define "Monsoon Asia."

“Monsoon Asia” is a nickname referring to the countries of Japan, North and South Korea, China, Taiwan, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Brunei, East Timor, and various other islands that are scattered nearby.

4. What distinguishes “Monsoon Asia” from the remainder of Asia? What are the consequent differences between the two?

There are very tall mountains that don’t allow the rainfall to spread further inland. Because of this, the inland societies have had some geographical and cultural separation along with different climates. Central Asia’s climate is more like a desert, Southeast Asia has relatively mild seasons and better opportunities for rice growing, and North China has rich soil which is beneficial and necessary for good agriculture.

5. What are the societal consequences of an irrigation wet-rice society?

The farmers work the crop by hand and maintain closely knit family structures that contained several generations of a family in one house. It is more of a family bonding activity than work. Using machinery to do the work for them would no longer require full family participation.

6. Where did the most populous early Asian societies form, and why?

They began around the river valleys (Yangzi, Yellow and Indus rivers) to form agricultural societies, because that’s where the richest and most fertile soil is.

7. What kind of social hierarchy existed/exists in Monsoon Asia?

There is a social hierarchy in place where education and age are highly respected, and women are looked down on

8. Why are children in Monsoon Asia typically not named under one year old?

In such a harsh climate, most children will not live to see their first birthday.

9. What was the status of women in Monsoon Asian societies?

It depends on the geographical location. Primarily they are looked down upon as being “less than ideal,” however in Southeast Asia they are generally seen as more equal to men than in areas like China and India.

Open and read the following article about water use in India. Then respond to the questions below.

http://staffweb.psdschools.org/bkatz/OM11/Hum/Res/MarbleWater.doc

10. In your own words, briefly describe the water conflict that is occurring in this area of India.

Marble, one of India’s largest exports, needs to be transferred to a location where it can be cut and polished for potential buyers. In order to move it, though, it requires a lot of water which India can’t really afford to spare. And on top of that, while the marble blocks are being cut, they need to be cooled down which has to be done by way of high-powered water “guns.” The marble factories are taking water away from villages which depend on the water from the ground for crop survival and basic needs like cooking and bathing. Once the marble is cut, it emits dust which settles on the ground, preventing rain from soaking into the ground.

11. Do you think that other areas of Asia are experiencing similar conflicts? Be sure to explain your answer.Absolutely. According to the United Nations Development Program, 1.9 billion out of 2.6 billion people around the world who lack access to sanitation are located in Asia. Asia is also home to 720 million out of the 1.1 billion people globally without good access to water.

12. How does the water crisis that you read about compare to the experiences we have with water conflicts in the United States? How are we similar and how are we different? Be sure to explain your answer.

Well, like Asia, some areas of the US have more access to water than others. For example the West has less access to it than the East since the West is more based on agriculture. However, unlike Asia, we have approximately 1,400 billion gallons of clean water to use per day.

Modernizing – 25 pts

Create a graphic presentation about China's efforts to modernize their country.Limit your material to changes that have occurred since 1949 and continuing to modern-day.

Some possible things to consider for your project (but not limited to this list)

o energy projects – example dam projects

o communication infrastructures – example cell phone coverage

o transportation improvements – example high-speed trains

o increased availability of technology – example the Tianhe-1A one of the fastest supercomputers in the world

o efforts to improve the world's view of China - the Olympics

Your project should include at least 15 graphic images about modernization in China.

Each of your images should have a brief description of what your graphic stands for and how it is a symbol of modernization.

On the final page of your project you will include a paragraph explaining how successful you feel China has been in her modernization efforts. You will also include another paragraph describing at least one way in which you think they could do even better. Explain your answers completely.

Sample student submission:Student presentations will vary.

Timeline Japan – 20 ptsCreate a historical timeline of Japan.Place the following 20 events correctly in order on your timeline. Give a date to each event. (Note: Some of the dates will be more general and will therefore be graded according to their position and general date on your timeline rather than a specific date.)For each event provide a brief description In Your Own Words of what happened and why it is an important event in Japanese history.

Edo established as capital of Japan

Emperor Hirohito begins his rule

Saint Francis Xavier arrives in Japan

Tokugawa Ieyasu becomes Shogun

Heian era

Buddhist teachings spread to Japan

Japan declares war on Germany

Edo Period

Mongol army attacks Japan

Jōmon period Emperor Jimmu

Meiji Emperor begins his rule

Himeji Castle is completed

The Nanking Massacre

The Treaty of Portsmouth

Rinzai Zen Buddhism established in Japan

Japan conquers Manchuria

"Closed Country Edict" of Tokugawa Iemitsu

Commodore Matthew Perry arrives in Tokyo

The United States drops atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Sample student submission:Jōmon period: 14,000 BC: This is Japan's_"stone age" era where many of the early people moved into the mountain areas, then to the cost and at that time begun attempting to cultivate rice.Emperor Jimmu: 1, 711 BC: This is the first Emperor of Japan which set the precedent for decades to come.Buddhist teachings spread to Japan: 522: This is when one of Japan’s major religions was introduced. This introduction would ingrain a sense and set of moral standards in a majority of Japanese.Heian era: 794: This is the last division of classical Japanese history. During this time, the capital of Japan was moved from Nara to Heian (Kyoto).Rinzai Zen Buddhism established in Japan: 1191: This is one of two major Zen Buddhist sects in

Japan. It introduced cultural traditions like gardening, ink painting, calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and military strategies.Mongol army attacks Japan: 1274: The Japanese won all attacks. The idea of a kamikaze (“divine wind”) was introduced.Saint Francis Xavier arrives in Japan: 1540: Introduced Christianity to Japan.Edo established as capital of Japan: 1603: Edo (Tokyo) is still the capital of Japan.Tokugawa Ieyasu becomes Shogun: 1603: He was one of three main unifiers of Japan and was noted to be one of the most powerful shogun. He redistributed the gained land amongst the daimyo.Edo Period: 1603: Established a sort of “class” system or hierarchy. This was also an agriculturally sound time for Japan. Kabuki theater was introduced, as well, bringing in a source of public entertainment specific to Japan.Himeji Castle is completed: 1609: This castle had been a work-in-progress for centuries. It remained untouched throughout the entirety of the second world war and remains standing as a historical representative of Japan’s past."Closed Country Edict" of Tokugawa Iemitsu: 1635: Essentially forbid Catholicism from being practiced, and ordered all Japanese ships to stay at their dock in Japan.Commodore Matthew Perry arrives in Tokyo: 1853: America wanted to use Japan as a "coaling base" or a base where steamships, which used coal, could restock their coal supply.Meiji Emperor begins his rule: 1867: His rule began a political and social revolution that returned the Emperor to a central position in Japanese politics and culture.The Treaty of Portsmouth: 1905: This treaty ended the Russo-Japanese War Japan declares war on Germany: 1914: This brought Japan into World War I.Emperor Hirohito begins his rule: 1926: He would be the emperor during World War II.Japan conquers Manchuria: 1931: Eventually became one of the causes of World War II. Manchuria was used for many of its natural resources.The Nanking Massacre: 1937: Japanese soldiers took over Nanking (the captial of the Republic of China) and raided nearly every building, while holding public executions.The United States drops atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki: 1945: Killed 350,000 Japanese instantly causing Japan to surrender.

Social – 5 ptsCreate a graphic presentation of some of the social changes that are occurring in Japanese society today. Note: though you watched a video about the impact of aging in Japan, this presentation should not be a rewrite of that video. Come up with your own new material.

Every slide (except the final sources page) must include a variety of effective pictures and images to help make your point

At least five of your slides should represent the older/historic culture that existed in Japan.

At least eight of your slides should represent the modern day changes that are occurring in Japan.

Using words and/or short sentences create a slide that describes what you think the future will look like in Japan. Create a picture with your words.

On the final page include the cited sources for your project.

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Siddartha – 30 ptsGo to the website Guttenberg ebooks and select one of the free versions of Siddhartha that is compatible with your system.http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2500As you read you will create a scrapbook of the story.

Think about all the kinds of mementos you would put in a scrapbook if you had one. Then create a scrapbook of this story.

Find at least ten (10) picture or videos that would naturally fit in the scrapbook. For each picture or video include explanations of the events and their significance as

appropriate for this as a scrapbook entry. Include at least eight (8) significant events from the novel. Be sure to include important quotes from the book. The last two pages of your scrapbook

will be an extension of the story. Be sure to stay true to the style and characters as presented by the author.

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Unit 5

Africa Geo – 25 pts

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Sundiata – 20 pts

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Latin Geo – 25 pts

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Challenges – 25 pts

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