Today you are going to look at the opposition to the rule of Nicholas II in Russia! 1. First look at this answer to the source question on the Coronation of Nicholas II. It is an example of how one should answer the question in paragraph form: 2. Now, let’s look at Opposition to tsaristsContinue reading “Y10: 1-9. Opposition to Tsarist Rule”
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Y9: 1-6. A World War?
Year 9A & Year 9B Today you are going to learn how the various countries became involved in WW1. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. First watch the following video to revise how the first eight countries became involved in the war. Beginning of WW1. (1:17 minutes long) 2. Can you use this diagramContinue reading “Y9: 1-6. A World War?”
5. Y10: HW-1 (Tsarist Regime)
This is a “collage” homework! Homework Task 1 (p.6-8) is due: Monday 4 October 2021 This is your first official collage Homework Task. (Although, you had a taste of what is expected when you made the collage on “The story so far” for the documentary about “Russia’s Lost Princesses”….) Here is an example of whatContinue reading “5. Y10: HW-1 (Tsarist Regime)”
First World War: HW-4
Homework Task 4 (p.12) is due: (See Schoology) This is a Test!! Make sure that you know the work so well that you can answer long questions and short questions! (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Renaissance: HW-4
Homework Task 4 (p.6-7) is due: (See Schoology) Make sure that you answer in great detail! (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y7: 1-8. Expansion of the Empire
Year 7A & Year 7B Today you are going to mark some tasks completed previously and also learn a bit more about the Roman Empire. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. Task 2 on p.6-7. 2. Father Time – Task 1. Father Time – Task 3. 3. Now, let’s revise the legend of howContinue reading “Y7: 1-8. Expansion of the Empire”
Y7: 1-9. The Roman Army
Year 7A & Year 7B Today you are going to learn about the Roman Army …. So, here is what you have to do today: Follow the instructions step by step: 1. Let’s see how the Roman Army was structured… The Roman Army. (3:00 minutes long) 2. 3. The information about the “Roman Army” (inContinue reading “Y7: 1-9. The Roman Army”
Y8: 1-6. Renaissance: Introduction – continued
Year 8A & Year 8B Today you are going to continue with our topic on the Renaissance. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. REMEMBER: The Renaissance was a period in History when people began to show a keen interest in the great ideas of the Roman and Greek civilizations. This led to great newContinue reading “Y8: 1-6. Renaissance: Introduction – continued”
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Y10: 4. “5-HW-Tasks”…
You need to complete Task 2: Task 2 is due: Thursday 23 September 2021 This is only extra reading. However, read the article carefully and make sure that you understand it. (If necessary google parts that you struggle to understand.) (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y10: 1-8. Russia’s Lost Princesses VI
Today we will finish the documentary on Russia’s Lost Princesses and highlight important events that were shown in the documentary. 1. First, let’s consider how Nicholas II ruled Russia…. The Tsarist Regime. (2:32 minutes long) 2. The information about “The tsarist regime“, p.4. 3. In the last “episode” we saw how the Romanov’s were overthrownContinue reading “Y10: 1-8. Russia’s Lost Princesses VI”
Y10: 1-7. Russia in the Early 1900’s
Today we are going to continue with the documentary, plus we will look at Russia in the early 1900’s and also at Russian Society in the early 1900’s. 1. Today you will receive a booklet with notes on the Year 10 Russian History topic. From this booklet, we will begin by looking at what theContinue reading “Y10: 1-7. Russia in the Early 1900’s”
Y7: 1-6. Rome’s Rise to Power
Year 7A & Year 7B Today we are going to start with our topic on “The Roman Invasion of Britain”. We are going to look how the Romans settled in Britain and how they influenced life in Britain. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. Let’s first start by learning a bit more about theContinue reading “Y7: 1-6. Rome’s Rise to Power”
Y8: 1-7. Renaissance Thinking
Year 8A & Year 8B Today we are going to: Follow the instructions step by step: 1. (Depending on your progress, you may be asked to do the following in this lesson…) Test Time! First we are going to write a short test on “History Terminology”! Alternatively (Depending on your progress, you may be askedContinue reading “Y8: 1-7. Renaissance Thinking”
Y8: 1-5. The Renaissance – Introduction
Year 8A & Year 8B Today you are going to start our first topic of the Year 8 History course: The Renaissance. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. First, mark your Self-study Project on “History Terminology” with a pencil. (Click here to access answers.) 2. So, what was the Renaissance? The Renaissance was aContinue reading “Y8: 1-5. The Renaissance – Introduction”
Renaissance: HW-3
Homework Task 3 (p6) is due: (See Schoology) This is a Test!! Go over the information a number of times and then ask someone to test you! (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
First World War: HW-3
Homework Task 3 (p10-11) is due: (See Schoology) For this homework task you will definitely have to do a bit of research. In question 2, make sure that you understand your own explanations! (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y9: 1-5. WW1 in Outline
Year 9A & Year 9B Today you are going to learn how some countries became involved in WW1. You will also answer some questions, to test your knowledge…. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. HOMEWORK 2 – Pages 6-9 2. Let’s do a little bit of revision. The assassination of Franz Ferdinand triggered theContinue reading “Y9: 1-5. WW1 in Outline”
Y7: 1-5. Father Time – continued
Year 7A & Year 7B Today you are going to complete the Father Time tasks…. But first, we are going to look at some of the major periods in our History. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. We talked about “Father Time” (the article that we read in a previous lesson). It mentions “periods”Continue reading “Y7: 1-5. Father Time – continued”
Roman Invasion: HW-3
Homework Task 3 (p.6) is due: (See Schoology.) For the timeline, remember to ask your parents about significant events that happened in your life so far. It may also be a good idea to look again at the “Father Time” explainer videos that we watched in class. (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y10: 1-6. Russia’s Lost Princesses V
Today we are going to start with Part II of “Russia’s Lost Princesses”! In the last “episode” we were introduced to Rasputin. We also saw the Tercentenary of Romanov Rule. Let’s watch the next 20 minutes… 1. Tsarist Russia – Part IV. (20:07 minutes long.) 2. Now, use the rest of the lesson to completeContinue reading “Y10: 1-6. Russia’s Lost Princesses V”
Y10: 3. “5-HW-Tasks”…
You need to complete Tasks 4 and 5: Tasks 4 and 5 are due: Monday 27 September 2021 Remember to give evidence (in the form of quotes) when you answer the question on Nicholas II’s coronation! (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y10: 1-5. Russia’s Lost Princesses IV
Today we are going to continue watching the documentary and also finish the question on Nicholas’ coronation. 1. In the last “episode” of the documentary we learnt more about the family life and children of Nicholas and Alexandra. Here is a little recap of the content: 2. You need to print and stick photos ontoContinue reading “Y10: 1-5. Russia’s Lost Princesses IV”
Y8: 1-4. Why History?
Year 8A & Year 8B Today you are going to: Look at some classroom rules. Remind yourself of the importance of studying History. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. This is “the best way” to work in the History class: 2. This video will remind you of some general rules to be followed inContinue reading “Y8: 1-4. Why History?”
Y9: 1-4. What Triggered WW1?
Year 9A & Year 9B Today we are simply going to look at the events that triggered WW1. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. So, what caused WW1? To refresh your memory, here is a very brief overview… What Caused the First World War? (1:51 minutes long) 2. The Summer of 1914 seemed toContinue reading “Y9: 1-4. What Triggered WW1?”
Y9: 1-3. Introduction to WW1
Year 9A & Year 9B (to be completed over the course of two lessons) Today we are going to start with our first Year 9 History topic: World War One. Follow the instructions step by step: -PART 1- 1. Now that you know what History is, let’s start with your first topic in the YearContinue reading “Y9: 1-3. Introduction to WW1”
Y10: 1-4. Russia’s Lost Princesses III
Today we are going to continue with the Russian History by examining the Coronation tragedy… (We will interrupt the documentary briefly and continue watching it in the next lesson.) 1. Previously you heard that there was a stampede at the coronation celebrations of Nicholas II. 2. Do the following task about the Coronation of NicholasContinue reading “Y10: 1-4. Russia’s Lost Princesses III”
Y9: 1-2. History – What & Why?
Year 9A & Year 9B Today we are going to: 1. Remind ourselves about the best way to work in the History class 2. Look at the benefits of studying History. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. This is “the best way” to work in the History class: 2. So, what exactly is HistoryContinue reading “Y9: 1-2. History – What & Why?”
Y10: 2. “5-HW-Tasks”…
You need to complete Task 3: Task 3 is due: Monday 20 September 2021 Make use of different colours, images (printed or hand-drawn) and even symbols. (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y10: 1. “5-HW-Tasks”…
You need to complete Task 1: Task 1 is due: Monday 13 September 2021 (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y7: 1-4. Father Time
Year 7A & Year 7B Today you are going to learn: how to use timelines how to determine decades Follow the instructions step by step: 1. Before we talk about the article that we read in the previous lesson, “Father Time”, I want you to tell me a little bit more about yourself, by completingContinue reading “Y7: 1-4. Father Time”
Y7: 1-3. Why History?
Year 7A & Year 7B Today you are going to investigate the study of History in a bit more detail. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. A bit of revision: 2. WHY do we study History? 3. Let’s look at the benefits of studying History: For example, based on her experiences and observations inContinue reading “Y7: 1-3. Why History?”
Renaissance: HW-2
Homework Task 2 (p.5) is due: (See Schoology) Make sure that you have completed this project to the best of your ability!. If you are unsure of some concepts / terminology google them to find clarity! (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
First World War: HW-2
Homework Task 2 (p.6-9) is due: (See Schoology) If you get stuck… The following may also be useful… Alliance Definition. (1:36 minutes long) What is “Alliance”? (3:03 minutes long) To clarify even further… (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Roman Invasion: HW-2
Homework Task 2 (p.6-7) is due: (See Schoology.) Make sure that you write clear definitions that you yourself understand! Also, write in full sentences!! (WordPress advertisements may appear below.)
Y8: 1-3. History Terminology – continued
Year 8A & Year 8B Today you are going to continue with the self-study project on terminology often used in History… Most of the concepts and vocabulary were taught in Year 7. So, it is really a revision task, to determine what you know and which areas you still need to work on. So, hereContinue reading “Y8: 1-3. History Terminology – continued”
Y10: 1-3. Russia’s Lost Princesses II
Let’s continue with the story of the Russian princesses… 1. Can you recall the section that we watched in the last lesson: what impressions were given of Nicholas II & Alexandra? 2. The Story so far… 3. Use the images below to make your own collage on “the story so far”. 4. Now, let’s continueContinue reading “Y10: 1-3. Russia’s Lost Princesses II”
Y10: 1-2. Russia’s Lost Princesses I
Today we are going to start with the Russian History! (Follow the instructions step by step!!) 1. Before we start with our first topic, we need to talk about homework… What about homework? You will get homework on a regular basis. The aim is to help you revise what has been covered in class. ThereContinue reading “Y10: 1-2. Russia’s Lost Princesses I”
Y8: 1-2. History Terminology
Year 8A & Year 8B Today you are going to start doing a self-study project on terminology often used in History… Most of the concepts and vocabulary were taught in Year 7. So, it is really a revision task, to determine what you know and which areas you still need to work on. So, hereContinue reading “Y8: 1-2. History Terminology”
Y7: 1-2. What is History?
Year 7A & Year 7B Today you are going to look at what History is and why it is important…. Follow the instructions step by step: 1. First look at expectations for your work in the History class. This is “the best way” to work in the History class: 2. So, what exactly is History?Continue reading “Y7: 1-2. What is History?”
