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Lesson Plans & Guiding Questions
LESSON 1
Images of Power
Students will analyze the imagery that was used to symbolize the power of ancient kings and then compare those images to the use of imagery by famous contemporary political, or culturally important, male figures.
Created By: Blake Noel, Bronzeville Scholastic Institute, Chicago, IL
Subject Area(s): History, US History, Political Science, Sociology
For Grade Level(s): 8–12
Time Needed: 2–5 class periods
LESSON 2
Should Church and State be Separated?
Students will analyze the fundamental American political principle of separation of church and state by researching the impact of religion in ancient rulership.
Created By: Blake Noel, Bronzeville Scholastic Institute, Chicago, IL
Subject Area(s): History, World Studies, Political Science
For Grade Level(s): 8–12
Time Needed: 1–5 class periods