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Ancient history dbq pdfs
Pompeii Destruction Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Make learning about the destruction of the Roman city of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius engaging and educational with this investigation activity! Your students will learn about the disaster of Pompeii through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical and creative thinking, and incorporates primary source testimony from Pliny the Younger. Perfect for lessons on ancient civilizations and world history, this resource makes Ancient Rome come to life!A visually engaging cas
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery Bundle | Roman Empire Pompeii Caesar
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
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Julius Caesar Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Your students will try to crack the mystery of Julius Caesar's assassination with this engaging investigation activity for lessons about ancient Rome, the transition from Roman Republic to Empire, and ancient civilizations! Students will learn about the rise of Julius Caesar and his early demise, one of history's most significant events, through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical thinking and makes social studies fun!A visually engaging case file with compr
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery Bundle | Roman Empire Pompeii Caesar
Fall of Rome Ancient Roman Empire Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
What caused the fall of the Roman Empire? Your students will explore leading theories, maps, and primary sources with this engaging investigation activity for lessons about ancient Rome! Students will learn about the division of the Roman Empire, its decline, and ultimate fall through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical thinking and makes social studies fun!A visually engaging case file with comprehensive background readings on the rise of Rome, the transiti
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Ancient Rome Activity CSI Mystery Bundle | Roman Empire Pompeii Caesar
Classical Greek Philosophers: Socrates, Plato, Aristotle
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
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7th - 11th
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Mongol Empire Primary Source: Daily Life of the Mongols According to Marco Polo
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
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Mongols and Mongol Empire Lesson Plan
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
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7th - 11th
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HISTORY DETECTIVE: Death of Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut- Primary Source Analysis
Another installment of HISTORY DETECTIVE. This time, students will tackle the unexplained death and then social disappearance of Ancient Egypt's Queen Hatshepsut. After analyzing sources, annotating the documents, and weighing evidence, your detectives will make a claim and defend their claim regarding Queen Hatshepsut's death and legacy.
BACKGROUND: Hatshepsut was a royal princess, the eldest daughter of the great general Tuthmosis I and his consort Queen Ahmose. Pharaoh Hatshepsut enjoyed
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5th - 10th
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
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9th - 12th
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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
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8th - 12th
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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
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9th - 12th
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Trojan War Ancient Greece Activity Iliad Homer CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Did the Trojan War really happen? Was there truth behind Homer's Iliad? Your students will explore leading theories with this engaging investigation activity for lessons about Greece, the Iliad, and the ancient world! Students will learn about the Trojan War, Mycenean Greece, Homer, the Iliad, and more through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical thinking and makes social studies fun!A visually engaging case file with comprehensive background readings on the
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5th - 10th
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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
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Atlantis Ancient Greece Plato Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Was Atlantis real? Where could it have been located? Your students will explore leading theories with this engaging investigation activity for lessons about Greece, Plato, and the ancient world! Students will learn about Plato's description of Atlantis and whether there is historical truth to his account through a crime scene investigation case file activity that encourages historical thinking and makes social studies fun!A visually engaging case file with comprehensive background readings on Pl
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5th - 10th
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Agricultural Neolithic Revolution Early Human Activity CSI Mystery of Prehistory
Learn about the Agricultural or Neolithic Revolution! Perfect for lessons on early humans, ancient Mesopotamia, and prehistory, this investigation activity makes learning about the Agricultural Revolution fun and engaging! Your students will analyze theories about the impacts of the Agricultural Revolution through a case file activity that encourages historical and creative thinking. A visually engaging case file with comprehensive background readings on the Agricultural or Neolithic Revolution
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6th - 10th
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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
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History Mega Bundle - Buy My Store
Ancient Mesopotamia Hanging Gardens of Babylon Activity CSI Mystery of History
Make learning about ancient Mesopotamia and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon engaging and educational with this investigation activity! Your students will analyze theories about the mysterious Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Nebuchadnezzar II, and more through a case file activity that encourages historical and creative thinking. Perfect for lessons on ancient Mesopotamia, ancient civilizations, and world history, this resource makes history come to life!A visua
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5th - 10th
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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
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8th - 12th
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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
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Early Man & River Valley Civilizations World History BUNDLE
Invention of Writing Cuneiform Mesopotamia CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Learn about cuneiform and the invention of writing in ancient Mesopotamia, along with hieroglyphics and other ancient writing systems! Perfect for lessons on ancient Mesopotamia and prehistory, this investigation activity makes learning about the invention of writing fun and engaging! Your students will analyze theories about the impacts of the invention of writing through a case file activity that encourages historical and creative thinking. A visually engaging case file with comprehensive back
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6th - 10th
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Ancient Hebrews/Israelites and Judaism in the Middle East Lesson Plan
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
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8th - 12th
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Emperor Ashoka and the Mauryan Empire
Students examine Ashoka's impact on Ancient India and the Mauryan Dynasty in this complete lesson, which can also be assigned as homework or a sub plan. They begin by reviewing historical context and geography of Ancient India, then learn about the origins of the Mauryan Empire and Ashoka's Edicts, making cross-cultural comparisons to Hammurabi's Code. They examine primary source excerpts from Ashoka's Edicts, then finish by analyzing Ashoka's incorporation of Buddhism in his governance and dete
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7th - 12th
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Ziggurats of Ancient Mesopotamia Sumer Activity CSI Mystery of History Analysis
Make learning about ancient Mesopotamia, Sumer, and the ziggurats engaging and educational with this investigation activity! Your students will analyze theories about the creation of the ziggurats by civilizations in the fertile crescent of ancient Mesopotamia through a case file activity that encourages historical and creative thinking. Perfect for lessons on ancient Mesopotamia, ancient civilizations, and world history, this resource makes history come to life!A visually engaging case file wit
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6th - 10th
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Mongol Empire Primary Source Worksheet: Mongol Warriors
This worksheet allows students to use a primary source document to learn about Mongol warriors and their armies 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 for the wonderful
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Mongols and Mongol Empire Lesson Plan
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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?
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