Classroom Reminders

• Chapter 5 Vocabulary will be accepted for full credit on Wednesday, 2/1, due to it not being posted on the blog over the weekend.  Those who turned it in on the original due date of Monday, 1/30, will receive extra credit.  The vocabulary words and directions are posted below.

• Don't forget that your Chapter 5 project will be due on Tuesday, February 7th.  You have 5 options to choose from, and remember to use at least 2 sources in MLA format. 

• Our National History Day research project is coming up.  I will hand out a timeline of all the due dates, as well as some support tips found in your ELA book with information on the research process (The timeline will be uploaded to the blog soon).  This year's NHD theme will be based on Black History month, so I've provided 6 options of famous African-Americans to choose from.  You may choose Jackie Robinson, Billie Holiday, Sidney Poitier, Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, or Maya Angelou.  Further information on the NHD process can be found using JLCP's website. http://www.duvalschools.org/landon/6th_grade.htm 

CHAPTER 5 VOCABULARY
Using the 3 column method, define the following words.  Remember the words with the stars are not found in the back of the book.

Loess
Dike
Intense* (Adj.)
Accomplishment* (N)
Confucius
Philosophy
Civil Service
Confucianism
Professional* (Adj.)
Generally (Adv.)
Merit System* (N)
Bureaucracy* (N)
Shi Huangdi
Currency
Liu Bang
Wudi
Warlord
Rebellion* (N)
Enable* (V)
Silk Road
Silk
Sima Qian
Contact* (N)
Availability* (N)
Reveal* (V)

Chapter 4 Notes & Study Guide

Due to technical difficulties, I have posted the Chapter 4, Section 4 notes and Chapter 4 Study Guide notes below.  These will help you when studying for the Chapter 4 test on Thursday, 1/19.

Don't forget your project is due on Tuesday (1/17). 

Enjoy your three-day weekend!!

Chapter 4, Section 4 Notes

The Maurya Empire

·         India was made up of warring states.

·         Around 321 BC, Chandragupta came to power and grew his kingdom into the Maurya Empire.

Absolute Power

·         He had absolute power over his people.

·         He had a huge army to crush revolts.

·         Wealth came from farming but traded with Greece, China, and Rome.

His Legacy

·         Even though he was a rough leader, he did some good for his people.

·         Built irrigation systems.

·         Cleared forests.

·         Built roadways to help trade.

Asoka’s leadership

·         Asoka took power in 273 BC.

·         During the beginning of his rules, he was very warlike.

·         After the Battle of Kalinga, he converted to Buddhism.

Buddhist Ruler

·         Asoka spread the teachings of Buddha.

·         Built hospitals for his people, who he said were his children.

·         Issued writings of moral advice.

·         Encouraged truthfulness and tolerance.

Chapter 4 Review

·         30 Questions Total

·         5 Matching

·         4 Short Answer

·         5 Map

·         16 Multiple Choice

Study Vocabulary Words.

When the Aryan and Indian cultures blended, what religion resulted?

According to Hindu belief of reincarnation, faithful followers of Hinduism….

How does Hinduism differ from other religions?

According to Buddha, what is the cure for the end of human suffering?

What are two important rivers that start in the Himalaya Mountains?

Before becoming “The Enlightened One”, Gautama was a ______.

What is the Middle Way?

When did Asoka convert to Buddhism?

Study how to read a table on pages 124-125.

Why are monsoons important to Indian farmers?

Indian emperor Chandragupta believed he had ____  ____ over his subjects.

What is one important results of the Aryan invasion of India?

List the important Hindu Gods.

India’s mountains and surrounding water influenced its development by….

After Asoka’s death, what happened to the Maurya Empire?

What was the main source of wealth under Chandragupta?

Study your map on India.

Classroom Reminders

• Begin working on your new vocabulary words (listed below) using the 3-column method for Chapter 4.  The first column should have the word, the middle column should have the definition, and the third column should have a summarized definition of 6 words or less!  Remember, the words with the stars are not located in the back of the book.  This assignment is due Tuesday, January 10th.
• Subcontinent
• Monsoon
• Citadel
• Migrate
• Caste
• Barrier (n)*
• Dominate (v)*
• Flourish (v)*
• Brahman
• Avatar
• Reincarnation
• Dharma
• Ahimsa
• Welfare (n)*
• Fate (n)*
• Nirvana
• Missionary
• Extreme (n)*
• Appeal (v)*
• Coexist (v)*
• Maurya Empire
• Convert
• Tolerance
• Promote (v)*
• Humanely (adv)*
• Begin working on your Chapter 4 project.  Much like the Chapter 3 project, you have 5 options to choose from.  Remember to view the directions AND the rubric on the back.  Don't forget to include a bibliography with at least 2 sources (MLA format).  If you choose to do 2 projects, you'll receive extra credit, but only if you turn it in on or before the due date.  The project is due Tuesday, January 17th.
• Use these assignments and your class notes to study for your Chapter 4 test on Thursday, January 19th.  This will be your last grade for the 2nd quarter.