1. August 22 nd, 2011 Deep Thought Questions  For each opener, write either “Bellringer” or “Deep Thought” and write the date.  Please write the questions and your answer on a piece of paper in the Openers section… 1. England is an island. What would be the advantages and disadvantages of being an island like England? 2. What about Italy’s location would help its economy and culture become strong? You might find it helpful to look at your European map.

2. Random Fact of the Day The average roll of toilet paper has 333 pieces.

3. Test Procedures  No talking allowed. Any questions? Raise your hand and I will come to assist you.  No one leaves the room until all students are finished with the test, except for a true emergency  When finished…  Put ScanTron in the class period box at front of room  Return test to the front chair  Cell Phone policy  No phones or iPods out until EVERYONE is done with test  Phone/iPod out during test? ZERO on test and phone is taken  Phone/iPod out after test? Phone is taken

4. August 23 rd, 2011 Deep Thought Question YOU DO NOT HAVE TO WRITE THE QUESTION! The Renaissance is a period where normal people showed extraordinary creativity. How do you show creativity in your life? What are some things that are unique to you and you have passion about? TURN IN PERSONAL TIMELINES TO YOUR BOX AT THE FRONT OF THE ROOM.

5. Random Fact of the Day Statistically, you are more likely to be killed by a cow than a shark.

6. Reminder…  Extra Credit Questions available each week on the class website  +2 Bonus Points  Answers must be turned in by the end of the week

7. I CAN Statements  First unit covers the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the Age of Exploration  There will be several quizzes and projects throughout the course of the unit.  ONE test…which has multiple choice questions, short answer responses, and an essay

8.  During the Middle Ages, Europe suffered from both war and the plague  This limited the spread of knowledge and creativity throughout the continent  Most documents were written in Latin, which few common people could read Life in Europe – Not Too Good!

9.  Those who survived these rough times wanted to celebrate life, and they began to question institutions  These institutions, such as the Church had failed to protect the people during tough times Coming Out of the Darkness

10.  The result was an explosion of new ideas and creativity known as the RENAISSANCE, which means rebirth  The leaders and movers of this movement wanted to revive the traditions of ancient Greece and Rome  Renaissance – 1300-1600 Boom Goes the Dynamite

11. Exit Questions  What kind of person best represents the “Renaissance Man?” A. Someone who is good at many different things B. A person who specializes in only one thing in particular C. A teacher which knows a lot about the Renaissance  How did Italy’s location help it become the “birthplace of the Renaissance?” A. Italy had a strong navy which could spread ideas easily B. Italy had access to Greek and Roman ruins and manuscripts, helping them rediscover these past cultures C. The bubonic plague had not reached southern Europe yet

12. August 24 th, 2011 Bellringer Questions  What kind of person best represents the “Renaissance Man?” A. Someone who is good at many different things B. A person who specializes in only one thing in particular C. A teacher which knows a lot about the Renaissance  How did Italy’s location help it become the “birthplace of the Renaissance?” A. Italy had a strong navy which could spread ideas easily B. Italy had access to Greek and Roman ruins and manuscripts, helping them rediscover these past cultures C. The bubonic plague had not reached southern Europe yet Write question and the answer!

13. August 24 th, 2011 Deep Thought Question YOU DO NOT HAVE TO WRITE THE QUESTION Suppose the internet had never been invented. How would life change? How would your life be different?

14. Random Fact of the Day William Shakespeare’s wife was named Anne Hathaway.

15. Origins of the Renaissance – Recap  Why Italy?  Easy access to Greek and Roman manuscripts (writings)  Merchants (businessmen and traders) dominate politics, use money to fund artistic projects

17.  Humanism  An intellectual movement that focused on human potential and achievements  Basic spirit of Renaissance society was secular – worldly rather than spiritual and concerned with the here & now Considered anti-religion Origins of the Renaissance – Recap

20.  Renaissance Man  The ideal person should try to many things very well  Example: hunting, tennis, athletic, laugh daily, very graceful, etc. Origins of the Renaissance – Recap

22.  Vernacular  Using a language or dialect native to a region or country rather than a literary, cultured, or foreign language In other words, the native language  But before 1440, few documents were printed in the vernacular…most were in Latin, which few common people could read Origins of the Renaissance – Recap

23. Printing Press  Johannes Gutenberg invents printing press  Benefits  Printed books are now available to most people  Books can be printed in the vernacular  Learning and knowledge spreads like wildfire  Increase in school construction across Europe

24. A model of a Gutenberg printing press

27. Writing Assignment Write a response using specific detail on the following… Describe European society before the Renaissance. Then describe in detail THREE changes to society which the Renaissance brought. Finally describe how these changes impact our society today. Some terms to remember in your description: humanism, merchants, vernacular, Renaissance Man, secular, the printing press.

28. August 26 th, 2011  Finish video from yesterday  Go over the video guide  Machiavelli introduction and reading  Comparison of political leader traits – modern leader vs. Machiavelli’s ideal leader  Quiz  Project Preview – Monday

29. August 26 th, 2011 Bellringer Question Please write the question and your answer.  Which of the following is the best way to describe the relationship between Medici and Brunelleschi? A. They hated each other’s guts and looked to ruin each others’ lives as much as possible B. Brunelleschi gave money to Medici for him to rule Florence with an iron fist C. Medici gave money to Brunelleschi for him to create works of art and architecture D. They were good friends who played poker every weekend

30. Random Fact of the Day Colorado law states that a man cannot marry his wife’s grandmother.

31. Meet Niccolo Machiavelli (You don’t have to write down these notes)  Government official in Florence during the reign of the Medici  Specifically Lorenzo  Was dismissed from power when Medici retook the Florentine government in 1512  Retired to countryside to write, and his product changed politics forever

33. The Question…  According to Niccolo Machiavelli, what kinds of qualities must a strong and effective leader or ruler have?  We will read a portion of The Prince to figure out some of these qualities  As you read, underline any portion of the text which you feel represents Machiavelli’s advice for how to be an effective ruler  WRITE AT LEAST FIVE OF THESE “TIPS” ON THE BACK OF YOUR SHEET!

34. MACHIAVELLI PROJECTS!  To express your understanding of the qualities of a strong leader according to Machiavelli, you will chose one of two project paths…  PATH ONE – INDIVIDUAL PROJECT  WRITE A POLITICAL SPEECH AND DESIGN A POLITICAL POSTER  PATH TWO – GROUP PROJECT (3 TO 4 PEOPLE)  CREATE AND FILM A POLITICAL COMMERCIAL

35. Path #1 – INDIVIDUAL PROJECT  Step #1 – A Political Speech  Write a speech which you, the politician, speak to your people about what kind of ruler you will be You MUST include five aspects of a Machiavellian ruler Remember your audience and purpose…this is a speech, so make sure you greet your audience to begin and make your writing as exciting and enthusiastic as possible to charm the crowd The speech must be 3/4 ths to 1 page long

36. Path #1 – INDIVIDUAL PROJECT  Step #2 – A Campaign Poster  Design a campaign poster which advertises your candidacy for political power You MUST include THREE aspects of Machiavellian rulers which are either printed or drawn out on poster Remember to include your NAME on the poster…you can make up the political office you are running for Including color makes these posters look MUCH better…you are encouraged to use the classroom markers Want to go above and beyond? Create a Glogster poster instead of the hand-made poster…see Mr. Osborne if you are interested

37. Path #2 – GROUP PROJECT Groups – FOUR to FIVE People (no more, no less)  Political Advertisement  Prepare and film a political advertisement for a candidate in the Machiavellian model Commercial must include THREE points about the candidate’s leadership style These five points will be related to Machiavelli’s tips for being an effective PRINCE or ruler Advertisement will be filmed by video camera by Mr. Osborne Project should last around one minute long You MUST prepare a script as a group before Mr. Osborne films Each person must be involved in the production, whether they are politician, narrator, testimony giver, etc. Feel free to include different segments (ex: politician speaking to camera, politician interacting with people, people giving testimonies about the candidate