3rd 9 Weeks Learning Goals
1. Compare the cultural practices and products of the societies studied including: a. Class structure; b. Gender roles; c. Beliefs; d. Customs and traditions.
2. Compare world religions and belief systems focusing on geographic origins, founding leaders and teachings including: a. Buddhism; b. Christianity; c. Judaism; d. Hinduism; e. Islam.
3. Explain factors that foster conflict or cooperation among countries: a. Language; b. Religion; c. Types of government; d. Historic relationships; e. Economic interests.
4. Explain reasons for the creation of governments such as: a. Protecting lives, liberty and property; b. Providing services that individuals cannot provide for themselves.
5. Describe how the world is divided into countries that claim sovereignty over territory, and countries may be further divided into states or provinces that contain cities and towns.
6. Explain the ways that countries interact with each other including: a. Diplomacy; b. Treaties; c. International meetings and exchanges (e.g., United Nations); d. Military conflict.
7. Describe the defining characteristics of democracies, monarchies and dictatorships.
Class Assignment
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