Course Description
Students will study historical and major World events that occurred form the 1500's up through Present day events. The course will cover numerous topics that took place in Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Middle East and the United States.
First Topic - Absolute Monarchies
We will be studying the rise of Absolute Monarchies in Europe in the 1500's & 1600's. The countries involved, the leaders (kings & queens), the wars between European countries, the pros & cons, the effects of monarchies and the revolts.
Schedule for the First Week of School
Wednesday - August 31st
- Passing out Text Books
- Your SUMMER HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT is Due (handout questions on Renaissance, Reformation, and Age of Exploration) You received these handouts on "Move Up Day" back in June
- If you need a copy of the summer homework assignment please EMAIL me. I will forward you a copy
- Discuss Summer Assignment
- Taking DDM - 50 Question Pre-Test (explained on first day of school)
- Finish Summer Assignment
Friday - September 2nd
- Begin Chapter 5 - Section 1 (Absolute Monarchies)
- Homework will be due on Section 1 (this will be passed out on the first day of school)
- You WILL have homework over the weekend (will be passed out on Thursday 9/1)
- Friday is a HALF DAY - Periods 3, 4, 5 & 6 only
***If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to email me at jneusch@bbrsd.org***
