Freshman World History

New Pyramid Discovered

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November 12, 2008
World Briefing | Middle East
Egypt: 4,300-Year-Old Pyramid Discovered  read more »

What if...the pope had agreed to Martin Luther's reforms?

Be creative! Be sure to address the present day.

What if...the Arabs had conquered all of Europe?

Be creative! Be sure to address the present day.

What if...writing had never been invented?

Be creative! Be sure to address the present day.

What if...Agriculture had never been invented?

Be creative -- and make sure you also address the present day.

Podcast N

Professor Diamond asserts that the great Incan empire were conquered by the Spaniards due to the following unique factors:

His "Guns, Germs, Steel" thesis:
-Writing
-Agriculture
-"Fear Factor"  read more »

Podcast M

Professor Diamond asserts that the great Incan empire were conquered by the Spaniards due to the following unique factors:

His "Guns, Germs, Steel" thesis:
-Writing
-Agriculture
-"Fear Factor"  read more »

Podcast M

Professor Diamond asserts that the great Incan empire were conquered by the Spaniards due to the following unique factors:

His "Guns, Germs, Steel" thesis:
-Writing
-Agriculture
-"Fear Factor"  read more »

Martin Luther Trial: Day II Homework

For all students:
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1. What did you enjoy most -- and the least -- about the trial?

2. What would you change about this trial assignment?

3. Do you think the verdict was fair? Explain.

Turkey lifts Ban on the Veil

The Hejab (veil) remains a source of great controversy. Women and girls are no longer permitted to don the veil in French public schools.  read more »

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