School of Athens

School of Athens
School of Athens

Friday, October 7, 2011

Week of Oct. 10-14

Absent Students on Friday 10/7 or Monday, 10/10 must complete p. 288 #1 in complete sentences. Due upon your return.....
Oct. 10 (Odd)
1. Quick-Write:
In your own words, describe how you could make a profit of something you know how to make.  AND Describe how you feel when you are able to eat better, wear better clothes, and have pride in earning your own money.
2. Agricultural Revolution to Industrial Revolution pp. 288-283
3. Quick --Write #2:
Do the following quick write: Think back for a moment to the proudest moment in your life? Why were you so proud and what were the steps you took before that moment made you so proud?
4. Why was Britain the First to Industrialzie?
5. Essay or Poster Read Directions (in folder under Why was Britain the First to Industrialize?)

Oct. 11-12 (Focus: What is the relationship between the Agricultural Revolution and the Industrial Revolution?)
1. Quick --Write #3:
Do the following quick write: Think back for a moment to the proudest moment in your life? Why were you so proud and what were the steps you took before that moment made you so proud?
2. Why was Britain the First to Industrialzie?
3. Essay or Poster Read Directions (in folder under Why was Britain the First to Industrialize?)
4. Factory System & Effects of Textile Factories on Britain (Focus: How did the Industrial Revolution profoundly alter society & the economy?)
5. Compare and Contrast the Factory System and Cottage Industry (Major Compnents)

Oct. 13-14 (Focus: How did the new advancements in science and technology affect people socially, culturally, & economically.
1. Quick Write #4: Think of a major invention you would like to see made.  Write a short paragraph describing it.
2. Inventors Activity (See Rubric in folder)
Alternate assignment if you were absent for inventions presentations: "How science and technology changes and new forms of energy brought about massive changes?" Five paragraph essay with each paragraph being 5-8 sentences and you must include historical facts from the Industrial Revolution Power Point and/or your textbook.

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