Ancient Greece test moved to 1/6

Global: Continue to study for your ancient greece test, it will be 1/6 after your holiday break.

Also completethe DBQ documents for 1/5

THINK SNOW

Friday snowstorm????

SUPPORT EXTRA CREDIT.

NAME TWO CITIES THAT MAY GET RAIN TOMORROW AND ONE CITY THAT IS PREDICTED TO GET HEAVIEST SNOW.

WRITE QUESTIONS WITH THEIR ANSWERS ON PROPERLY HEADED PAPER AND SUBMIT TO ME THE NEXT DAY WE SEE EACH OTHER.

MR. L

Living Environment

Liv En:
- Living Environment test on Classification
The test is on the general classification of characterististics of each kingdom. It will also include bacteria, protists, archaea, and viruses.

Global: Ancient Greek test 12/23 STUDY

answer your bdq ouline for next week.

support class

Global: hw: read p. 116-120 in text; identify and describe 6 achievements of the city states using the worksheet recieved today. 12/23/08 Ancient Greece test.

Liv. En test this Fri.

Greek City States

Global: hw: read p. 113 and 114 in textbook & complete handout.

ANCIENT GREECE TEST NEXT MONDAY.

STUDY THE FOLLOWING:

1. MINOANS: The legend of King Minos: According to Greek legend, the god Zeus fell in love with a beautiful princess called Europa. He turned himself into a bull and swam to Crete with the princess on his back. King Minos of Crete was one of Princess Europa's sons. The Minoans take their name from King Minos who ruled the island.

The end of the Minoans:

Possibly a natural disaster weakened the land and the people and left them compromised making it easier for the invading Mycenaeans from Greece to conquer them. They never recovered and eventually died out.

2. MYCENAEANS: The Mycenaeans c 1600BC - 1200BCMapping the Mycenaean World: 2000 BC The Mycenaeans settle in Greece1600 -1200BC The Mycenaeans are rich and powerful.

traders

Mycenaean traders sailed as far as Egypt and Italy. They bought ivory and precious metals in exchange for wine, olive oil, weapons, pots and bowls.

Warriors
1450 BC Mycenaean warriors sailed to Crete and took control of the palace and Knossos. They also took over the Minoans sea trade and became the leading traders in the eastern Mediterranean.

3. SPARTANS

4. ATHENIANS

ES: continue to study for the erosion & deposition test on 12/17

Support work

ES: Erosion & Deposition Test 12/17

STUDY THESE NOTES

Erosion & Deposition

1. Erosion: moving sediments

2. Deposition: Sediments pile up

Three Top agents of Erosion:
1. Wind
2. Moving Water ( Most common on Earth)
3. Glaciers ( Most important in NYS history)

Stream or rivers erode in a V shape valley.

Stream velocity depends on:
1. The slope of the stream. ( Steeper is faster)
2. The stream discharge, (amount of water in a stream) more water, like after a heavy rain or Spring snow melt = faster water in a stream.

Stream Stages

1. Young Stage:
a. Steep slope, therefore faster moving water.
b. Most erosion is downward, making the valley deeper.
c. Straight flowing stream with rapids and water falls.

2. Mature Stage:
a. Flat or gentle slope, therefore water moves slowly.
b. Sideways erosion making wider valley.
c. Meanders occur and oxbow lakes form. Global: Study all your notes about Mycenaean civilization, Minoans, Athens and Sparta.

Athens and Sparta

Athens- was the most famous of all the city-states of ancient Greece. It was the birthplace of democracy and home to great philosophers like Plato and Socrates. It was also home to historians, scientists, mathematicians, and other great thinkers. Athens was famous for its giant fleet or ships, which they used to help defeat the Persians. A great rivalry with another city-state, Sparta led to the Peloponnesian War. This war eventually ended in a victory for Sparta.

Ancient Greece wasn't one large empire but a collection of smaller city-states. The term the Greeks used was polis, which means “city-state”. A polis was bigger than a city but smaller than a state. They were scattered throughout the Mediterranean area. Some were sea-ports while others were more inland. The two most famous city-states were Athens and Sparta. Although the people living in these city-states were all Greek, each city-state did different things and had different beliefs.

Athens- was the most famous of all the city-states of ancient Greece. It was the birthplace of democracy and home to great philosophers like Plato and Socrates. It was also home to historians, scientists, mathematicians, and other great thinkers. Athens was famous for its giant fleet or ships, which they used to help defeat the Persians. A great rivalry with another city-state, Sparta led to the Peloponnesian War. This war eventually ended in a victory for Sparta.

ATHENIAN SOLDIER COMBAT READY

Sparta- had the strongest military of all ancient Greek city-states. The focus of this city-state was constantly on war. Boys were expected to be trained as soldiers, while girls were expected to grow up and bear children who grew up to be soldiers. To make sure that the army got as many Spartan soldiers as it needed, Sparta depended on slaves from nearby settlement to do their manual labor. When the Greeks were at war with Persia, many people turned to the Spartans to ensure their protection.

SPARTAN SOLDIER READY FOR WAR

Living Environment, Global and Earth Science

Liv. En. classification powerpoint project due tomorrow.
Global: quiz tomorrow on THE ANCIENT GRREK reading we did today in class.
(you can use your outline you made today)
- SO RE-READ IT AND REMEMBER TO BRING IT IN.

Living Environment

Liv. En. DUE 12/12

Classification project
Things you need in your project:

1. Kingdom name – this is assigned to you by the teacher
2. General characteristics of the organisms in that kingdom – like
how they obtain food, reproduce, whether they move, how many
cells they have, do they have a nucleus, etc.
3. List the phyla (the major ones)
4. Characteristics of the phyla – what makes them different
from each other
5. 10 sample organisms from the kingdom – tiny bit of info about
each one
a. Give scientific name of each and the common name if they
have one
b. Picture of each of your 10 organisms
6. Written report of your information – powerpoint, brochure, etc.
7. References
Extra credit:
8. Taxonomic Key for the 10 organisms
9. Article about one of the organisms
a. Summarize the article
Please note: The information must be written in your own words. Any
information that is cut and pasted from any source is plagiarism. If
your project is plagiarized, you will receive a zero.

Quiz tomorrow

Global" read and outline p. 94-99. STUDY, YOU WILL HAVE A QUIZ ON THIS TOMORROW.
GOLDEN AGES TEST NEXT TUESDAY.


Dynastic China
Shang Dynasty 1650 - 1027 BCE The Shang Dynasty is considered to be the earliest dynasty in China. Little is known about the Shang, other than their major contribution to Chinese culture, a system of writing. The Chinese system of writing includes tens of thousands of characters, and is very difficult to learn. This resulted in on a very privileged few ever learning to read and write in ancient Chinese society.

The ancient Chinese system of writing used pictographs, or drawings of objects, and ideographs, or drawings that expressed a thought or idea. Examples of this type of writing can be found on oracle bones. Oracle bones are pieces of bone of turtle shell used by Shang priests to tell the future. They would write a question addressed to either one of the gods, or an ancestor on the bone, then heat it until it cracked. They believed that by studying the pattern of cracks, one could learn the answer to the question. Oracle bones are the oldest example of Chinese writing.
Zhou Dynasty 1027-256 BCE The Zhou overthrew the Shang and setup their own dynasty in 1027 BCE. They explained their actions by claiming the Mandate of Heaven, or divine right of rule. The Mandate of Heaven was later used to explain the Dynastic Cycle. A dynasty would remain in power only as long as it was providing good government. When a dynasty went into decline, and began to abuse its power, it was said to lose the Mandate of Heaven, or the favor of the gods. A strong leader would usually emerge to claim the Mandate, and establish a new dynasty.
The dynastic cycle would then begin again.
Under the Zhou, the Chinese discovered how to make silk from the cocoons of silkworms. Silk would become China’s most valuable export, eventually linking them with most of the world through trade. Chinese artisans also excelled in book making. The first books were made by binding together long, thin strips of wood or bamboo. Chinese scholars would then carefully paint characters on with brush and ink. Early book include the I Ching, a book for diviners, or fortune tellers, and the Book of Songs, which includes a poetry describing a variety of Chinese life.
Han Dynasty 206 BCE – 220 CE China enjoyed a true golden age under the Han. Many cultural and intellectual achievements came as a result of the strong leadership of the Emperor Wudi. Under Wudi, China strengthened both its government and economy, setting the conditions for the golden age. This included a period of expansion that saw the opening of the Silk Road as a major trade route. Trade along the Silk Road brought China in contact with other civilizations, and introduced new products such as cucumbers and grapes.
Under the Hans, Confucianism became the official belief system of China. They also setup a Civil Service Exam based on Confucianism. This exam was required to enter service in the government. The Confucian system of government was used in China for most of the last 2000 years.
Han scientists wrote textbooks on subjects ranging from zoology to botany and chemistry. They were advanced astronomers, which enabled them to create more accurate clocks. Han scientist also invented the process to make paper from wood pulp; they invented the rudder for use on ships, and created other such useful devices as the fishing reel and the wheelbarrow.
Han physicians developed acupuncture to alleviate pain and to treat various illnesses. They also made use of certain plants as herbal remedies. They were able to diagnose and successfully treat various illnesses with these techniques.
Han artists and architects are noted for their detailed carvings in jade, wood, or ivory, and the building of elaborate temples. The also refined the process of silk making, which set the standard in China for centuries.
Tang Dynasty 618 – 907 After a period of civil war and decline in China, the Tang reestablished a unified government. Tang emperors expanded their influence into Central and Southeast Asia, demanding tribute from such places as Korea and Vietnam. They redistributed land to the peasants and reintroduced the use of Confucian scholars in running the government. Tang emperors also established a law code, and renovated the canal system to encourage trade and communication inside of China.
Under the Tang, a strict social structure was developed. This system consisted of three main social classes, which included the gentry, the peasantry, and the merchants. Each class had its own rights and duties, and social mobility was possible from one class to another.
Tang scientists invented gunpowder in the 9th Century by combining saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal. They began using block printing in the 8th Century. Block printing is a system of printing where characters are carved onto a wooden block. The block is then inked and pressed onto a sheet of paper. Other inventions include mechanical clocks that kept very accurate time.
Tang physicians developed a small pox vaccine in the 10th century. However, the widespread use of this vaccine did not occur in China until the 16th century. This idea eventually spread west, and was introduced in Europe in the 1600’s.
Song Dynasty 960 – 1279 After the decline of the Tang Dynasty, China experienced a short period of general chaos, with no strong, central government. In 960 CE, the first Song Emperor reunited most of China. The Chinese Empire under the Song was smaller than the Empire of the Tang, but Chinese culture was still dominate in most of eastern Asia.
Under the Song, China began rice cultivation. China was able to plant two rice crops a year, giving them an abundance of food. The result of this was the ability to pursue other interests, such as art and literature. The Song also maintained extensive trade with the India, Persia, and the Middle East.
Song artisans were known for their fine porcelain, and the use of calligraphy, a form of fine handwriting. Along with the Tang, they are known for stunning landscape paintings. Architects designed the pagoda, which is a multistoried building with the corners of the roof curved up that were used as temples.
Under the Song, the Chinese invented movable type printing machines. This idea spread to Korea and Japan, and may have also been spread to Europe by Mongol armies. The use of movable type allowed for faster printing, and the widespread diffusion of ideas. Other inventions include the spinning wheel, which is a machine used to make thread.
Ming Dynasty 1368 ACE – 1644 After almost one hundred years of foreign rule by the Mongols, the Ming seized power and setup their own dynasty in 1368 CE. The Ming restored Confucian government and traditions to China. They experienced an economic revival due to great achievements in agricultural production through better farming methods. During the 1500’s, new crops brought over from the Americas, such as corn and sweet potatoes helped to increase food production. This resulted in over 100 million people in China during this time.
Ming industry thrived producing large amounts of porcelain, paper, and tools. The canal system was renovated to increase trade and communication within China. New methods of printing led to an abundance of books, and an increase in the literacy rate.
Under the Ming, some artisans produced prized blue and white porcelain vases, while others began a revival of landscape painting. Confucian poetry also experienced a revival, and the first detective stories began to circulate among the Chinese people. Chinese artists also excelled in opera and drama.
Voyages of Zheng He 1405 – 1433 Zheng He was a Chinese explorer that sailed along the coasts of S.E. Asia, India, and East Africa during the 15th century. The Chinese established trade in these areas and spread their culture to the west. However, after Zheng He’s death in 1433, the Ming Emperor ordered all voyages stopped and trade with the outside world cut off. This was done to keep China free from foreign influence. However, this action limited China’s development and made them an easy target for the more advanced Europeans in the coming years.

Global

global: read & outline p. 93-94 in textbook test next Tue.

Es: weathering test tomorrow, Rock weathering & abrasion Lab tomorrow also.

global studies

Global: create new file flips (18 vocab cards, 7 concept cards)

We are now studying "Golden Ages" Specifically the golden age of India (Gupta Empire & Mauryan Empire) A Golden Age is when a society is experiencing a time of Peace & Prosperity which will lead to Progress. Later on in the week we will be learning about China and the golden ages they have experienced. This will culminate with a test next Tuesday on golden ages of India and China.

Living En. You have a leaf lab due tomorrow. You will be starting a new unit on classification tomorrow.

I love Earth Science: Continue to study your weathering notes; we have a test this Wednesday.

Remember the 2 types of weathering.
1. physical weathering
2. Chemical weathering
3. residual soil and transported soil is.
4. less and more resistant rock.