Homework G-2 due tomorrow Complete any aspects of the Sparta activity you do not finish in class. Next current events assignment due Monday, December 12.

Evidence Based Claim Tips The historical context is for background information, the claim is for your argument. If you were focusing on Confucianism, the historical context should have provided background info on how this philosophy got started, while the claim provided your reasons for why it was most effective at bringing order and stability to China. Make sure your claim includes specific reasons to support your argument. Confucianism was the best philosophy for bringing order and harmony to China because it emphasized education, filial piety and a government ruled by “superior men.”

Evidence Based Claim Tips Make sure in the Analysis section, you not only provide characteristics of Confucianism, but explain how EACH of these characteristics helped to bring order and harmony to China. Also, do not forget to cite the documents. Don’t write “I” for any reason.

Aim 3: What were the characteristics of the city-state of Sparta? Do Now: Which is more important in establishing an orderly and successful society – military strength or intellect?

Teams – Period 1 Kate – James Teaghan – Luke Jessica T – Kevin Erin – Rendie Michael C – Michael D Hayden – Justin Aidan – Nick Nicole – Zahni John – Alex - Joseph Y Ava – Matt Gwen – Venus – Jack D Ida – Joseph V Megan – Ariana – Jamie Jack L – Jessica S

Teams – Period 5 Alex – Alyssa Donna – Ryan Emma G – Caroline Maria – Brandon Megan – Bradley Andrew – Kendall Emma K – Will John – James Patrick – Lucas Paige – Nick Marco – Cami AJ – Giuliana

Teams – Period 9 Serena – Hayden Billy – Jeremy Steven – Elli Eric S – Luke Maddy – Nayeli Brendan – Paige Lucas – Eleni Kyle – Olivia Eric H – Alex Conner – Gaby Michael B – Catherine Kaylynn – Scott Logan – Erin Andrew – Michael S Caroline – Aarav

Concluding Question What do you think will be the Spartan attitude towards visitors and new ideas? Why? What impact will this have on their civilization? As a society completely focused on the military, Sparta produced no lasting works of literature, art or philosophy. Can Sparta be considered a true civilization if it doesn’t have these things?