7th
Grade Social Studies
Dates to
Remember:
Monday, March
3, 2003: Assignment # 1 and chapter quiz*
Monday, March
10, 2003: Assignment #2 and chapter
quiz**
Monday, March
17, 2003: Review for Unit
Test
Tuesday, March
18 (Classes 1, 2 & 3)
or Wednesday, March 19 (Classes 4 & 5): Unit Test
Requirements:
I.
Students
must read the following chapters and be prepared for a quiz that includes
vocabulary, the main ideas of the chapter, and class work. Note: the main ideas of the chapter are
usually explored during class.
Poller/Blue Book
Bancroft/ Red Book
Due/Chapter quiz
Assignment
#1
Chapter 15
Chapter 14
Monday, March 3
Assignment
#2
Chapter 16
Chapter 15
Monday, March 10
II.
Students
must complete one of the following for each
assignment. These are due at
the start of class on the due dates (same day as the chapter
quizzes). Be sure to follow
directions carefully.
1.
Complete the
“(Applying) Critical Thinking” section at the end of the chapter and define
bold and italicized vocabulary for the chapter. Be sure your answers are thoughtful and
thorough.
2.
Create a
one-page report in your own words about any famous Roman leader or well
known person from the chapter. Use
at least 2 sources.
3.
Create a
one-page report in your own words on a Roman war including major
battles. Use at least 2
sources.
4.
Create a
poster time line of Roman history with 10 events and a short description of each
event. Use at least 2
sources.
5.
Create a
poster that shows the differences between the life of a patrician and plebeian
person.
Include: food, home, work clothing,
religion and entertainment. Use at
least 2 sources.
6.
Create a
diorama or illustration of a Roman scene (e.g., house, baths, government
session). Include at least a half
page written explanation.
Requires check in with teacher first.
7.
Draw an
illustration of an important Roman building. Label the parts and explain in detail
the history and purpose of the building.
Use at least 2 sources.
8.
Create a
poster comparison chart of Greek and Roman gods. Include at least 10 gods with names,
symbols and responsibilities for each god. Use at least 2
sources.
9.
Pretend you
are a Roman leader, god or ordinary person. Write a one page journal entry that
includes important aspects of your life, roles/responsibilities and
lifestyle. Use at least 2 sources
for background.
Extension
Choices If done well, you will earn extra
credit.
10.
Independent
Choice that has been cleared with your teacher. For example, a video or
skit.
11.
Come to
class in costume and make a speech on a topic of interest to Romans. In addition to the speech, include an
explanation of why this topic would be of interest to
Romans.
12.
Make a
travelogue/tour book of ancient Roman highlights. Include text and pictures.
13.
Describe the
Roman republic form of government.
Compare and contrast it to our government. Comparison must be at least one
page. Use at least 2 sources for
background.
Reminders (follow carefully or you will lose
points.)
v Use your own
words and cite all sources used
v Size 12 font
and 1” margins for all written work
v Posters
should be visually appealing. Text
and graphics/pictures should be on the same side.
v Mechanics
and presentation count!