What is Government? Do we need it?

We are about to begin studying Sparta and Athens and the origins of modern government.  In your own words, give a one sentence definition of the word "government."   Then, answer this question:  Do we need "government?"  Why or why not?  You may certainly use the internet, and your family to get some information, but your responses must be your own words and thoughts. DO YOUR BEST TO IMPRESS YOURSELF!

Modern Military Trojan Horses

JOURNAL TO BLOG:  Modern Military Trojan Horses.  Do you think our own military forces have ever done anything like the Trojan Horse to "trick" the other side? See if you can find the answer using all the resources at your disposal (your mind, the internet, the library, your parents, etc).  Then post to our blog a clear SUMMARY paragraph (5-7 sentences) of what you find.  Use synonyms of the word "trickery" or "trick" to help in your search.

Pick a Modern Story - What does it say about us?

Greek myths, plays and literature tell us what the Greeks thought was important.  Choose a modern book, movie or television show.  Write a paragraph to explain what it would tell others about our society.  See if you can get your parents to do it as well.

<<(Greek the theater mask of Dionysus)

Who is your hero...and why?

Write a 5-7 sentence, well organized paragraph answering the above question.  Be sure to reflect and think about what you think a hero truly is and what traits (characteristics) a hero must have.

Your Myth About Vermont

We now know that one of the purposes of a myth is to explain the unexplainable.  Using the "Vermont God" you created in class, write a brief myth that explains one of the natural phenomena  that we spoke of in class (i.e. Maple Syrup, Deer Ticks, Green Mountains, the Scar on Equinox, etc).

Myth vs Legend

What is the difference between a myth and a legend?  What about a myth and a fairy tale?

Greek Geography

What were the main features of the geography of Greece?  How did the geography of Greece discourage Greek unity?

Definition of Geography:  1) the natural parts of an area.   2)  It is also a branch of science that deals with the location of living and nonliving things on earth and the way they affect one another.

Write about a place you have never been that you would like to visit someday and why?

Why should we study ancient Greece and Rome?