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Advanced Placement World History Summer Assignments
Dutchtown High School Mr. W.K. Harris
Welcome to Advanced Placement World History. Over the course of the school year we will explore 10,000 years of human history, learn valuable skills, and take the AP Exam. This is an exciting class that will allow us to look at the big picture of history, trace cultures over time, and examine human interactions.
For some of you, this is your first AP class. To be successful, you will need to stay focused and work hard. In August we will discuss specific requirements for the class and the AP Exam.
For now, you must complete the following summer assignments that will count as part of your grade during the first progress report in the fall. The purpose of this assignment is to get a jumpstart on the curriculum, which will provide us an opportunity to go into more depth on other topics.
There are four parts to this assignment, each worth 100 points each:
Part 1: World Map
Label and memorize the attached world map. There will be a quiz on this map on August 11, 2010.
Part 2: PERSIAN charts and Flash Cards
Use the provided chart as a template. It does not have enough room to write in your answers. You may recreate the chart on your computer or write it on separate paper. Culture/ Civilizations to be researched: Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt.
Part 3: Reading Assignment
Choose one book from the attached list and complete the writing assignment.
Part 4: Movie Reviews
Choose three movies from the attached list and complete the movie critique guide.
These assignments will be due on August 10, 2010. The attached pages contain more specific information related to each assignment. If you need help, you may contact Mr. Harris at the e-mail address below. There will also be several days over the summer that I will be available to answer questions.
miami8@comcast.net
I look forward to the new school year and hope you have a restful and relaxing
Dutchtown High School Mr. W.K. Harris
Welcome to Advanced Placement World History. Over the course of the school year we will explore 10,000 years of human history, learn valuable skills, and take the AP Exam. This is an exciting class that will allow us to look at the big picture of history, trace cultures over time, and examine human interactions.
For some of you, this is your first AP class. To be successful, you will need to stay focused and work hard. In August we will discuss specific requirements for the class and the AP Exam.
For now, you must complete the following summer assignments that will count as part of your grade during the first progress report in the fall. The purpose of this assignment is to get a jumpstart on the curriculum, which will provide us an opportunity to go into more depth on other topics.
There are four parts to this assignment, each worth 100 points each:
Part 1: World Map
Label and memorize the attached world map. There will be a quiz on this map on August 11, 2010.
Part 2: PERSIAN charts and Flash Cards
Use the provided chart as a template. It does not have enough room to write in your answers. You may recreate the chart on your computer or write it on separate paper. Culture/ Civilizations to be researched: Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt.
Part 3: Reading Assignment
Choose one book from the attached list and complete the writing assignment.
Part 4: Movie Reviews
Choose three movies from the attached list and complete the movie critique guide.
These assignments will be due on August 10, 2010. The attached pages contain more specific information related to each assignment. If you need help, you may contact Mr. Harris at the e-mail address below. There will also be several days over the summer that I will be available to answer questions.
miami8@comcast.net
I look forward to the new school year and hope you have a restful and relaxing