Civilizations and Modern Life

Civilizations and Modern Life

Grade Unknown Grade · Social Studies · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can explain how ancient civilizations have shaped modern government systems and societal structures.

Warm-Up Video

TED-Ed · 5:02

A day in the life of an ancient Athenian - Robert Garland

Practice Questions

5 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe how the decision-making process in the Athenian assembly reflects the principles of democracy that are present in modern government systems. Provide specific examples from the video. Explain how the societal roles of men and women in ancient Athens have influenced contemporary societal structures. Use details from the video to support your explanation.

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