Pre-AP World History Agenda
September 18 (Thursday)
Era I: Human Origins and Early Civilizations, Prehistory to 1000 B.C. (B.C.E.)
By the end of this unit, students will demonstrate knowledge of early development of humankind from
the Paleolithic Era to the agricultural revolution by:
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Explaining the impact of geographic environment on hunter-gatherer societies.
Listing characteristics of hunter-gatherer societies, including their use of tools and fire.
Describing technological and social advancements that gave rise to stable communities.
Explaining how archaeological discoveries are changing present-day knowledge of early peoples.
Unit Overview:
Sept. 02 – Course Description / Geography
Sept. 04 – Summer Assignment Quiz / History and Time
Sept. 08 – Geography and History and Time Review / Geography Quiz
Sept. 10 – Early Man
Sept. 12 – Early Man
Sept. 16 – Early Man / Paleolithic and Neolithic
Sept. 18 – Paleolithic and Neolithic / How to Write a Comparative Essay / Unit I Review
Sept. 22 – Unit I Exam: Geography and Early Man
Objectives:
We will be able to compare the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods and we will learn how to write a
Comparative Essay thesis statement.
Closing Task:
What do you think is the hardest part about creating a Comparative thesis statement? List one thing that
you would like for me to review about Geography and Early Man BEFORE the exam.
Part I –Lecture: Paleolithic and Neolithic Eras (30 minutes) Whole Class
Pay attention and take notes as we discuss the Neolithic Revolution. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.
Part II – Paleolithic vs. Neolithic Comparison Activity (20 minutes) Groups
Working with your group, you will identify some of the key features and changes that took place with the Neolithic
Revolution.
Part III – Thesis Practice (25 minutes) Individual/Group
Because you will be required to write several thesis statements on your exam next class, we will spend some time
reviewing HOW to write a valid, strong thesis statement. This is a great opportunity for you to ask any questions and to
clear up any confusion you may have.
Homework:
The following assessment will occur NEXT CLASS (September 22):
1. STUDY FOR YOUR FIRST EXAM!!!! (It covers Geography, Prehistory and Early Man, and Paleolithic
and Neolithic Eras – Chapter 1, Sections 1, 2, and 3)