The City-States of Athens and Sparta
HIS 1. Historians and archaeologists describe historical events and issues from the perspectives of people living at the time to avoid evaluating the past in terms of today’s norms and values.
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Athens or Sparta???
Athens and Sparta were the two major city-states that existed in ancient Greece... and are arguably the most famous!
Both Athens and Sparta had certain aspects in common BUT they also had some differences when it came to values, beliefs and lifestyles. This research activity will allow you to look closely at these two city-states to discover the similarities and differences for yourself. Follow the steps below in order to complete the activities. |
Essay OR Advertisement - Athens and Sparta
You have two options for this Assessment assignment. Both are worth 21 assessment points.
You can either create an advertisement OR write a multi paragraph essay arguing which city-state is better. Your task is to argue the city-state you believe is better using information you have researched to support your claim.
No matter which assignment you choose YOU MUST use the appropriate rubric to complete the assignment. The rubric is your guide to getting the most points possible!
You can either create an advertisement OR write a multi paragraph essay arguing which city-state is better. Your task is to argue the city-state you believe is better using information you have researched to support your claim.
No matter which assignment you choose YOU MUST use the appropriate rubric to complete the assignment. The rubric is your guide to getting the most points possible!
Research: Athens and Sparta
STEP 1-
Use the websites listed to take notes that compare and contrast Athens and Sparta. These websites have a lot of helpful information but if you want to find more you can search on your own as well. If you are unsure if a website is reliable just ask!
Use the websites listed to take notes that compare and contrast Athens and Sparta. These websites have a lot of helpful information but if you want to find more you can search on your own as well. If you are unsure if a website is reliable just ask!
Geography information Government, Culture and Beliefs, Lifestyle of society(people), Economy, and Military and Defense information. Slavery information. |
The website below is great for compare/contrast information about all aspects of the 2 city-states:
Card Sort - Athens and Sparta
- When your research is complete and I have signed off on it you will get a card sort task to complete.
- Use your notes but also inferences based on what you have learned about the city-states in order to complete the card sort accurately.
- When finished, get it checked by me.
- You can then add any information to your notes that you did not previously have that might help you complete the assessment.
Create your Assessment Assignment- Advertisement or Essay!
You now have the information you need to create an informed advertisement or essay that argues which of the two great city-states is better! Make sure you use your rubric as a guide to help you!
Going Beyond/Extension Activities...
Activity 1 - Athens and Sparta Playposit
Activity 2 - Daily Life in Ancient Greece
1. Get the pink packet for this activity from front table.
2. Go to the link and complete the tasks on the packet.
3. Complete the packet for $2 - Can submit until the end of 1st quarter!
1. Get the pink packet for this activity from front table.
2. Go to the link and complete the tasks on the packet.
3. Complete the packet for $2 - Can submit until the end of 1st quarter!
Activity 3 - Sparta Challenge
Activity 4 - Games and Activities about Ancient Greece