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=What is Civilization?=



Thanks to Anthropologists, Archaeologist and Geographers we know a lot about how people lived in different times and places. The change from nomadic to farming life lead to the emergence of cities with organized governments, social structure as well as art, architecture and writing skills. But, what defines a civilization? How do they develop? In this unit you will explore the importance of geography in the growth of civilizations as well as recognize the common characteristics of early civilizations from around the world.

Five Themes of Geography PPT


= HOMEWORK!!!! =

**THESE MAY COUNT IN THE HOMEWORK CATEGORY!!!!!**

 * ALL HOMEWORK MUST BE COMPLETE IF NEED TO REDO FORMATIVES**

= Civilization Project- 50 summative points =


 * You are to create your own civilization based on the EIGHT features of civilization covered in class and Chapter 1 section 3 of your text.**
 * You and your group members were to create a rubric based on your chosen medium for your project.**

This is suppose to be a FUN project........BE CREATIVE!!!!!

Please keep the following requirements/criteria in mind when you create your rubrics

 * 20 Points Eight Features of a Civilization are represented in your model and/or presentation**
 * 10 Points YOUR discretion based on your choice**
 * 20 Points How has your civilization evolved over time?**

Below are things "To Think About" for your civilizations.


Ancient Civilizations Scavenger Hunt