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11th grade ancient history dbqs

Preview of Spanish Conquistadors and Native Americans DBQ Inquiry Activity

Spanish Conquistadors and Native Americans DBQ Inquiry Activity

Conquistadors: Why were the Spanish able to easily defeat the natives? A DBQ! 1:1 Google Compatible!This resource is included in my 13 Colonies Unit and my Mesoamerica Unit!Purchase either bundle and save over 25%!---------In this DBQ investigation, students will attempt to answer the overarching question:"What were the Spanish conquistadors able to so easily defeat the Natives of Central and South America?"Students will look at and analyze 5 different documents. Each primary source focuses on
Preview of Classical Greek Philosophers: Socrates, Plato, Aristotle

Classical Greek Philosophers: Socrates, Plato, Aristotle

Created by
Living History
Prepare for lively class participation in this action-packed resource teaches about classical Greek Philosophy, particularly Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. It includes a summative reading, primary source excerpts, analysis and comprehension questions, vocabulary matching activity, and fun "Agora Dialogue" project. A detailed teacher answer key and lesson guide with extra optional discussion questions and activities is included (see Preview). Students LOVE getting to delve into timeless (and fie
Preview of Ancient Rome and Christianity DBQ

Ancient Rome and Christianity DBQ

This DBQ explores the spread of Christianity in Ancient Rome through 9 primary or secondary primary source documents including a map and an image. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and culminates with a final essay question.This DBQ:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required formatis useful as homework, test review or substitute teacher lesson.An answer key is included.Part One has a total possible 25 points and
Preview of The Punic Wars and The Expansion of Rome

The Punic Wars and The Expansion of Rome

The Punic Wars and the Expansion of Rome - Lessons and Activities:The main objective of this lesson is for students to describe the causes, strategies used, and results of the Punic Wars.Includes 17 slide PowerPoint with:Do NowClass NotesDiagramVideo LinksAssessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionThere are 4 different combinations/options for the Activity.Activity Option 1 – Students use the Reading: The Punic Wars: Rome vs. Carthage (700 words) and complete and worksheet with
Preview of Ancient Egypt Book of the Dead Primary Source Analysis Worksheet

Ancient Egypt Book of the Dead Primary Source Analysis Worksheet

This excellent analysis of the Book of the Dead from Ancient Egypt integrates reading analysis with a fantastic primary source document!The download features an introduction and then several excerpts from the Book of the Dead followed by open-ended analysis questions, a chart, and finally a short answer response in which students evaluate religion in Ancient Egypt.This makes for an excellent in class reading assignment, homework, or enrichment activity for your Ancient Egypt unit. You can downlo
Preview of DBQ Ancient Greece Document Based Question

DBQ Ancient Greece Document Based Question

This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. It has been updated with a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses. **You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!** This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is Ancient Greece Geography. It follo
Preview of Mongol Empire Primary Source: Daily Life of the Mongols According to Marco Polo

Mongol Empire Primary Source: Daily Life of the Mongols According to Marco Polo

Created by
History Wizard
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about the daily and seasonal life of the Mongol people according to Marco Polo. The worksheet allows students to read a short primary source from the writings of Marco Polo. The worksheet includes ten questions and has an answer key for the teacher. The reading is very engaging for students.I would like to thank Christine O'Brien Creative f
Preview of Ancient China Tang Dynasty and Song Dynasty DBQ

Ancient China Tang Dynasty and Song Dynasty DBQ

This popular DBQ looks at looks at ancient China in the “Golden Age” of the Tang and Song Dynasties through 9 primary or secondary source documents including 4 images, 2 maps and one chart. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and ends with a final essay question. This DBQ:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required formatis useful as homework, test review or substitute teacher lesson. An answer key is included. Thi
Preview of DBQ Ancient Rome Document Based Question

DBQ Ancient Rome Document Based Question

This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. Included is a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses. **You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!**This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is Ancient Rome: Achievements. It follows the format
Preview of Ancient China Shang Dynasty DBQ

Ancient China Shang Dynasty DBQ

This DBQ looks at the Shang Dynasty in Ancient China and how civilization developed through geography, Oracle Bones and Guangs through 4 primary or secondary source documents including a map and images. Each document has at least one constructed response question using the documents. This DBQs is:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required formatis useful as homework, test review or substitute teacher lesson.An answer key is included.The DBQ is updat
Preview of DBQ Ancient China Document Based Question

DBQ Ancient China Document Based Question

This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. It has been updated with a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses. **You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!** This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is Ancient Chinese Inventions. It fol
Preview of Alexander the Great of Ancient Greece DBQ

Alexander the Great of Ancient Greece DBQ

This popular DBQ has students explore the spread of Hellenistic culture through Alexander the Great's conquests and policies through 6 primary or secondary source documents (one source is an image and one is a map) with constructed response questions followed by an essay question using the documents.I teach Alexander the Great for my Global History I course, and I knew this DBQ would be useful as it combined primary and secondary sources with analyses of maps and images. It follows the format of
Preview of The Phoenicians DBQ Lesson and Activity

The Phoenicians DBQ Lesson and Activity

The Phoenicians – Lesson and DBQThe main goal of this lesson is to have students analyze primary and secondary sources to determine how the Phoenicians became successful tradersYou get a 16 slide PowerPoint with:Do NowClass NotesInformational Charts3 Video LinksAssessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionFor the Activity, there are three activity different options, each using a 7 Document DBQ on the PhoeniciansActivity Option 1 – Students answer the comprehension and analysis que
Preview of Causes and Effects of the  Peloponnesian War

Causes and Effects of the Peloponnesian War

The Peloponnesian Wars – Lesson and Activity The main objective of this lesson is to have students describe causes, effects and strategies of the Peloponnesian warCheck out an alternate DBQ lesson on the Peloponnesian War: Click Here!In this lesson you get a 15 slide PPT with:Do NowInformation ChartComparison Chart of Athens and Sparta2 Video Links2 Assessment Questions Activity InstructionsConclusion QuestionsThere are 3 different options for the activity each based on two readings.· Reading 1:
Preview of DBQ - Early Christianity in the Roman Empire

DBQ - Early Christianity in the Roman Empire

Created by
Living History
This entirely original DBQ includes 11 documents with analysis questions for students, along with a thorough teacher answer key. Documents are from carefully selected primary source excerpts, maps, images, and secondary source excerpts. This information covers:- the role of the Roman state religion, polytheism, and emperor worship- the fundamental teachings and values of Christianity- persecution of early Christians and why Christianity was threatening to Rome- how and why Christianity spread
Preview of Julius Caesar: Hero or Tyrant Primary Source and Analysis Activity

Julius Caesar: Hero or Tyrant Primary Source and Analysis Activity

Students put their CSI skills to work as they consider the character qualities of heroes and traitors, read through primary and secondary accounts, and write about historical events before rendering a verdict in the case of Caesar vs. the Roman Senate. To some Julius Caesar is a hero who acted as needed to defy the corrupt Roman Senate and make life better for the Roman people. To others, Caesar was a man of selfish ambition and a threat to the Roman order. In this activity: students will de
Preview of The Peloponnesian War - DBQ

The Peloponnesian War - DBQ

The Peloponnesian War – DBQThe main goal of this lesson is for students to analyze primary and secondary sources on the Peloponnesian War:Check out another version of this lesson with a reading, videos, and other activities: Click Here!Seven (7) slide PowerPoint includes:A Do Now that asks students to examine a comparison chart of Athens and Sparta and determine who they believe would win a conflictClass Notes where students are given key terms on an information chart. These terms include: The P
Preview of Religion in Ancient Egypt

Religion in Ancient Egypt

Religion in Ancient Egypt - Lesson and DBQ - Updated!The main objective of this lesson is to have students analyze primary and secondary sources to describe the impacts that religion had on Egyptian society.You get a 19 slide PowerPoint Presentation with:Do Now QuestionClass NotesCharts and DiagramsVideo Links3 Assessment QuestionsActivity InstructionsConclusion QuestionFor Activity there are 3 different options each based on a 7 Document DBQ Activity Option 1: Students answer the comprehension
Preview of Confucianism in Ancient China Han Dynasty DBQ

Confucianism in Ancient China Han Dynasty DBQ

This popular DBQ explores the spread of Confucianism in China during the Han Dynasty through 7 primary and secondary source documents including an image and a map. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and ends with a culminating essay question.Part One has a total possible 25 points and has an answer key, and a scoring rubric is included for the essay (1-5).This DBQ:addresses the Common Core Standardsfollows New York State social studies testing required format
Preview of Ancient Egypt DBQ

Ancient Egypt DBQ

Students use this DBQ to look at Ancient Egypt through trade routes, natural resources, geography, art, technology, religion, labor, architecture and science through 7 primary or secondary source documents. These documents include one map, two images and two photos and explore works from the Hymn of the Nile, the Book of the Dead, and The Satire of the Trades. Each document is followed by at least one constructed response question and a summary essay question using the documents wraps up the DBQ
Preview of Caste System in India Lesson Plan

Caste System in India Lesson Plan

Created by
Living History
In this complete lesson students learn about the Indian caste system, its origins, why it was accepted in Indian society, and how the caste system impacts India today. Students read and analyze the ancient primary source "The Laws of Manu" to learn the origins of the castes and take brief notes from a visual-rich PowerPoint. They watch a powerful clip from an online documentary on the Untouchables, which always invokes strong student reactions and excellent class discussion. They finish by disc
Preview of River Valley Civilizations DBQ Document Based Questions (World History)

River Valley Civilizations DBQ Document Based Questions (World History)

World History River Valley Civilizations DBQ Document Based Questions and Writing Prompt with Checklist (Paper and Google Drive Versions), Digital Distance Learning & Print Also Included in World History MEGA BUNDLE Part 1This This River Valley Civilizations Document Based Question Writing Activity is perfect for Common Core planning in your World History classroom! This product includes:4 Sources, 4 Document Based Questions1 Document Based Writing Prompt with Brainstorming pageChecklist pag
Preview of Ancient Hebrews/Israelites and Judaism in the Middle East Lesson Plan

Ancient Hebrews/Israelites and Judaism in the Middle East Lesson Plan

Created by
Living History
In this inquiry-based 6 page packet, students analyze maps, images, primary sources, and short notes sections to learn important Jewish origin stories, the roots of Palestinian/Israeli conflict, and the lasting significance of Judaism in the Middle East. Primary sources include compare/contrast activities between Judeo-Christian scripture and the Quran, as well as between the 10 Commandments and Hammurabi's Code. A thorough teacher answer key is included with this product. This packet can be us
Preview of Ancient Greece Unit Bundle

Ancient Greece Unit Bundle

Greece Unit Bundle:I am very excited that this Greek Unit bundle now available! This unit is filled with engaging resources and visuals for your students. Topics in this unit bundle include:The Geography of GreeceThe Minoan CivilizationComparing Athens and SpartaThe Persian WarsThe Persian Wars DBQComparing Greek and U.S. GovernmentsAncient Greek PhilosophersGreek MythologyGreek Gods - Students ProjectCauses and Effects of the Peloponnesian War Peloponnesian War DBQ (New!)Each lesson is desig
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Find Ancient History resources | TPT

If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about ancient history, TPT has got you covered. We’ve got a comprehensive collection of ancient history resources available, including activities and lessons on ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, ancient China, and ancient Mesopotamia, to name just a few. With plenty of TPT high-quality resources at your fingertips, you’ll be able to teach ancient history to your students with ease.

Ancient history activities to try

Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about ancient history:

Map Making

With map-making activities you can not only teach students about ancient civilizations, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in ancient civilizations, chart trade routes, and learn how empires expanded (and fell) over time.

Primary Source Analysis

One of the best ways to learn about ancient civilizations is through the artifacts and writings of people from that particular period of time. Encourage students to analyze primary sources to gain a deeper understanding about bygone eras of history. For instance, you can have students read accounts of the destruction of Pompeii and discuss it as a class.

Centers & Stations

Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for each era in history. For example, you can have students navigate through four or five different centers or stations to help them learn about different aspects of Ancient Chinese culture, like literature, geography, government, and major historical events or achievements.

By making ancient history come to life through a variety of interactive and immersive activities, teachers can help students develop a deeper appreciation for the subject.

Frequently asked questions for teaching about ancient history

What is ancient history?

Ancient history refers to the period of human history that takes place from the invention of writing to late antiquity (spanning from about 3000 BC to AD 650). This era includes the study of various ancient civilizations, such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, India, and others. Ancient history plays a critical role in helping us understand the origins and development of human civilizations and the influence it had on contemporary cultures and societies.

What are examples of ancient history?

The Persian Wars, the rise of the Tang Dynasty, the campaigns of Alexander the Great, and the decline and fall of the Roman empire are all examples of important milestones and events that you can teach about in ancient history.

What types of ancient history resources are available on TPT?

There are many different types of ancient history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units.

How do I find ancient history resources on TPT?

Educators can save time preparing ancient history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ancient history resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.