Happy Thanksgiving! (Blog #14)

In the spirit of giving thanks, I thought we could have a blog assignment all about being thankful! In this post I would like for you to add a couple of comments on things you are thankful for. Then comment on at least 2 of your classmates posts.

I hope all of your thanksgiving breaks go well!

Check out this link for fun and exciting historical facts about thanksgiving:

http://www.history.com/minisites/thanksgiving/

Due Date: By Sunday 11/30/08 at 11:59p.m.

Enlightenment to Democracy (Blog #13)

American democracy was a logical outgrowth of Enlightenment ideas. These ideas formed the basic foundation of the fledgling American Government.

Your Assignment:

Explain, in your own words, why or how these enlightenment ideas helped in forming our democracy that we enjoy today. (Make sure you hit on both enlightenment ideals and what they are. Also, explain democracy and how that ties in with these ideals.)

Due: By Sunday 11/23/o8 at 11:59p.m.

Changes in Art, Music and Literature! (Blog #12)

Enlightenment ideas spread through the Western world and profoundly influenced the arts and government.

Your Assignment:

Explain how Enlightenment ideas spread throughout Europe. (Look in your book, and/or research on the internet)

Due: Sunday 11/16/08 by 11:59 p.m.

Reaction To The Election Of 2008!! (Blog #11)

With the historical election of 2008 upon us, many will have strong feelings as to the results and the subsequent direction of our country.

Your Assignment:

React to the campaigns, the election itself, and the results. Also, do not forget about the other positions of office up for grabs, as well as the different measures that voters will be deciding upon. Make sure and comment on others comments and posts.

**Please be respectful and do not violate the posting rules. Those who violate these rules will not be published and will receive a 0/3.


Due: Sunday 11/9/o8 by 11:59 p.m.

Core Beliefs of Philosophers (Blog #10)

To understand the views of different Enlightenment philosophers, you will need to identify 3 philosophers and analyze their core beliefs.

Your assignment: Name 3 philosophers and 3 core beliefs. Make sure you explain each core belief.

Due: Sunday 11/2/08 by 11:59 p.m.

***Note 1 point will be taken off for each day late.

Guest Speaker Comments (Blog #8)

On Friday we had a guest speaker, Hamadi, come and visit. He talked about everything from where he was born, to differences of culture. If you have a comment about our speaker or further questions that need assistance, please leave them here!

(Don't forget to make a comment here and receive 3 points for Blog #8)

Due: By Sunday 10/26/08 No later than 11:59 p.m.

Final Quarter 1 Blog!! (Blog #9)

Wow, to think it is already the end of the first quarter is crazy. I guess the saying holds true when talking about our blogs, time really does fly by when your having fun.

Ok, now for your assignment. This last week of Quarter 1, I am going to open it up for debate on whatever topic you want to blog about. Pick a WORLD HISTORY related topic and state your opinion/thoughts on that topic. Your topic could be tied to anything that is happening in the world today and relate it back to what took place in history. Then look around at your classmates blogs and comment/reply to their post. Agree/disagree, let them know your opinion/thoughts on their topic. Make sure you pick out 2 of your classmates and respond to their post. (You will get 1 point for your post, and 1 each for your responses to your classmates.) Good luck!

Due: By Sunday 10/26/08 11:59 p.m.

English Civil War (Blog #7)

Your Assignment:

Explain the causes and results of the English Civil War.

Due: Sunday

Surviving Russian Winters (Blog #6)

Much of Russia's climate is very harsh in terms of cold temperatures and conditions. On page 612 and 613 explains the affects of the Russian Winters. Read these two pages and answer the following questions.

1. Explain important climatic features of Russia.
2. Identify Russian methods for coping with their environments.
3. Do you think climatic factors have become less significant with technological progress, explain.

Due Sunday 10/5 11:59 p.m.

Compare and Contrast (Blog #5)

With the on going power struggle within Europe, two leaders rise to promonance. Your assignment is to compare and contrast the similarities and the differences between Maria Theresa and Fredrick the Great.

Due: Sunday 9/28 by 11:59 p.m.

4 Down, 5 To Go!!

After completing 4 blogs, I'm interested to hear from you the students! How do you think the blogs are going? What have you thought has gone really, really well with these assignments? What would you like to see changed? Let me know here. (I will not publish these if it says that you do not want me to. Only I will see your comments, if that is what you want!!)

Central European Monarchs Clash (Blog #4)

As the central European Monarchs clash, conflicts arose throughout the region. Territory, religion and ultimately power all played big roles in these conflicts.

Your Assignment:

1). What was the Thirty Years' War?
2). What was the Seven Years' War?
3). How are the two related? (Specific Examples Please!)

Due: Sunday Night 9/21 by 11:59 p.m.

The War of Spanish Succession (Blog #3)

During the early 1700's turmoil within Europe broke loose as feuding countries worried about the Bourbon dynasty and its power.

Your assignment: 1). Explain the War of Spanish Succession, 2). the conflicts/fights and 3). the overall outcome of the war.

Due: By Sunday Night (9/15/08), 11:59 pm

Absolutism! (Blog #2)

When looking at the Absolute Monarchs in Europe during the 1500's-1800's, one must ask themselves at what price do the citizens of that country suffer. There are many down falls to having an Absolute Monarch, and there are many benefits as well. However, in order to see these clearly one must understand Absolutism.

Your Assignment:

Define the term Absolutism. Then state one cause of Absolutism and then the effect!

Questions About World History

In this post, you can make comments/questions about class and either your classmates or myself will help.

Welcome Back!!!!!! (Blog #1)

Welcome back for another exciting year! I hope your summer went well and you had time to do whatever it is you do. For this first blog assignment, you are to tell a little bit about your summer. Did you go on vacation, if so where? Work, doing what? Anything that you did this summer that your classmates may, or may not know. If you are new, introduce yourself.