Thursday, July 31, 2008

Chapter 8- Beijing Olympics

Tell about your experience with the 2008 Beijing Olympics. What events have you watched? Do you have a favorite event, athelete or team of atheletes? Explain.

Chapter 5-7- The Olympics

The Olympics was born in Greece and has evolved quite a bit throughout the years. Based on chapters 5-7 and what you have watched on TV during the Beijing Olympics, have you noticed any similarities or differences? Explain.

Chapter 4- The Culture

The people in ancient Greece had may roles or jobs. If you lived in ancient Greece, what role or job would you do? Why?

Chapter 3- Daily Life

How was daily life in Ancient Greece different from our daily lives? Explain some similarities and differences that you read about.

Chapter 2- Mythology

There are several myths told in chapter 2. Based on the myths that you read, what do you think a myth is? Which one of these myths, if you had to pick one best describes part of your personality? Why do you think this?

Chapter 1- Democracy

The government in Ancient Greece was a democracy. The United States is a democracy as well. Based on the chapter and your knowledge, what is a democracy? Is this important? Why?