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8th grade ancient history assessments
Create-Your-Own Civilization Project | NO PREP | Digital | Student-Paced | Fun
Looking for a civilization project idea?This is a Social Studies or History unit project that involves each student (or student pairs) creating their own civilization using their knowledge of the parts of an organized civilization. It is totally creative, student-paced, fun and at the same time rigorous.WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT IT? Best part? It requires no prep! This file provides an outline-style packet that allows students to be as creative as they want to be, but all the while using their knowle
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3rd - 12th
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Create a Civilization Project for Google Drive and PDF
This Create a Civilization Project will be a hit with your students and help them understand the components that make up a civilization. In this engaging activity, students will create a civilization and prepare a Google Slideshow to highlight different aspects of their civilization. This resource includes four different versions of the assignment to help you find the perfect for your students!This resource includes the following:Teacher Guide (PDF)Civilizations Highlights Project (quick version
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle Part 1: Prehistory, Mesopotamia, Egypt, + India
Kingdom of Kush
Students will read about the Kush civilization and their political, cultural, and commercial relationship with Egypt. They will do close reads and answer text dependent questions. There is a compare and contrast activity that is provided in differentiated formats. One gives a word bank students can use to complete the Venn diagram. The other does not provide a word bank, and it asks a constructed response question in addition to the compare and contrast activity.
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Bundle
Greek Mythology: Create Your Own Greek God Project
Unleash the power of creativity and imagination with the Create Your Own Greek God Project! Are you ready to embark on a mythical journey like no other? Dive into the world of Greek mythology with this fun project that allows students to create their own Greek God or Goddess! My students LOVE this project. This can be done in conjunction with an Ancient Greece lesson. This asks students to come up with their own background story and provide an illustration. Planning worksheet, explanation shee
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4th - 12th
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GRAPES Activity | Sorting Challenge
This GRAPES Sorting Challenge is a perfect way to help your students practice or demonstrate their understanding of the components of G.R.A.P.E.S! In this no-prep, printable activity, your students can review what they learned about geography, religion, achievements, politics, economics, and society in a competitive and creative way!In this activity, students will receive a word bank with 75 terms and topics. They will need to figure out which topics belong to each of the components of G.R.A.P.E
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Bundle Part 1: Prehistory, Mesopotamia, Egypt, + India
DBQ Ancient Greece Document Based Question
This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. It has been updated with a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses.
**You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!**
This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is Ancient Greece Geography. It follo
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â DBQ Bundle of SIX Ancient History Document Based Questions
Ancient Civilizations One Pager Activities
One pagers are a great review to use in the classroom! My students love to use on pagers because it gives them freedom on how there one pagers look.In a one pager, students complete the required items on a checklist to fill up one side of a paper.You will love this resource because it-promotes student creativity- taps into to students multiple intelligence-has students review contentWhat is included in this bundle -Instructions for one-pagers-rubrics-inspiration worksheets- Fillable one-pagers**
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6th - 9th
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Ancient Egypt Test for Google Drive | Study Guide and Unit Test or Assessment
Save yourself time at the end of your Ancient Egypt Unit with this Ancient Egypt Test and Study Guide! This ready-made test has printable and digital options, and all text is 100% editable. It includes a version for Ancient Egypt and Kush, as well as a version without the Kush questions. Each version includes 2 different testing options for Google Docs and for Google Forms, so you have the flexibility to use whichever version works best for you! (You can also download a version for Microsoft Wor
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Egypt Unit Bundle | Activities, Projects, Notes, Timeline, Test
World Religions Visual Study Guide Bundle
These well-researched graphic study guides walk students through coming to a basic understanding of 5 of the major world religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Working through these as part of your introduction to each religion will help students get the big picture, as well as find points of connection and contrast. Important terms such as monotheism and reincarnation are recurring within the relevant religions, and each religion's unique sacred text, leader,
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3rd - 12th
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Mummification and the Afterlife - Ancient Egypt - Print and Digital
Students LOVE studying the fascinating details of Ancient Egypt including the Pyramids of Giza, the Afterlife, mummification, and sarcophaguses. This resource takes the most interesting topics and makes them even more interesting! Starting with a vocabulary unit and progressing all the way to a hands-on mummification activity, this set of lessons is bound to catch your students’ attention and make them want more! Use all of these activities, or just a few. Teach it all in one class session, or b
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6th - 8th
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Ancient Rome Test for Google Drive | Study Guide and Unit Assessment
Save yourself time at the end of your Ancient Rome Unit with this Ancient Rome Test and Study Guide! This ready-made test has printable and digital options, and all text is 100% editable. There are testing options for both Google Docs and for Google Forms, so you have the flexibility to use whichever version works best for you! (You can also download a version for Microsoft Word through the Google Doc.) The Google Forms version is self-grading, and there are also answer keys included!To help you
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Rome Unit Bundle | Activities, Simulation, Notes, Timeline, Test
World History Ancient Civilizations Interactive Notebook Unit with Lesson Plans
Been assigned to teach world history but have no idea where to begin? Have creative ideas but not a lot of time? You’ve found the perfect resource with this engaging interactive notebook unit over ancient civilizations. It’s packed with interactive activities and detailed lesson plans.Ancient Civilizations will provide your students with an interactive overview of the process of state-building in the ancient world. Students will learn about the rise of civilizations and much more! ★ Topics Inclu
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7th - 10th
Also included in:Â World History Complete Course Curriculum with Lesson Plans
DBQ Ancient Rome Document Based Question
This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. Included is a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses. **You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!**This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is Ancient Rome: Achievements. It follows the format
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â DBQ Bundle of SIX Ancient History Document Based Questions
Ancient Mesopotamia Test for Google Drive | Study Guide and Unit Assessment
Save yourself time at the end of your Mesopotamia Unit with this Ancient Mesopotamia Test and Study Guide! This ready-made test has printable and digital options, and all text is 100% editable. There are testing options for both Google Docs and for Google Forms, so you have the flexibility to use whichever version works best for you! (You can also download a version for Microsoft Word through the Google Doc.) The Google Forms version is self-grading, and there are also answer keys included!To he
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6th - 9th
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Greek Mythology Unit - Greek Gods Reading Activities, Quizzes, and Final Project
Greek Mythology Unit - Greek Gods Reading Activities, Quizzes, and Final Project: Transport your students back to the world of Ancient Greece with this ready-to-use Greek Mythology Reading Unit. The unit comes with absolutely everything you need to teach students about the most important Greek Gods and Goddesses in ancient Greek mythology. With engaging, easy-to-understand readings on 15 Greek gods, corresponding reading comprehension quizzes, activities, and a final creative project, you'll hav
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7th - 10th
Also included in:Â Greek Mythology Unit - Greek Gods Reading Activities - Digital Print Bundle
Rise of Islamic Empire Mapping Activity with Questions
UPDATED 2023--Now includes PPT with resources to complete the map. Updated worksheet to fit the resources better. This product is a mapping activity on the Islamic Empire. Students will label and color different aspects of the Islamic Empire such as; cities, physical features, seas, and shade areas for the expansion of the empire from Muhammad's death. This mapping activity includes 12 questions that test students' map and critical thinking skills. Please check out the preview for exactly what
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Historical Mapping Activities BUNDLE
DBQ Ancient China Document Based Question
This DBQ addresses the Common Core State Standards. It has been updated with a page outlining the English Language Arts/History/Social Studies grades 6-8, 9-10, and 11-12 CCSS that it addresses.
**You can buy all SIX Ancient History DBQ's in a separate listing here and SAVE over $10.00 vs. buying them individually!**
This Document Based Question (DBQ) was created for 6th Grade World History. It could also be used in 9th grade Global Studies. The topic is Ancient Chinese Inventions. It fol
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â DBQ Bundle of SIX Ancient History Document Based Questions
Mesoamerica Olmec Maya Aztec Inca Test Quiz Exam Mayans Unit Medieval Empires
Medieval Times / Middle Ages Mesoamerica: Olmec - Maya - Aztec - Inca Exam - Assessment - Test 100% Editable with Answer Key! This product contains an assessment that has vocabulary matching, fill in the blank, short answer, essay, and an info-graphic. It has 18 questions total. It also contains an ANSWER KEY and an EDITABLE PowerPoint file. This resource is aligned with Mesoamerica Interactive Notebook and PowerPointMesoamerica Interactive NotebookMesoamerica Interactive PowerPoint____________
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Medieval Times - Middle Ages Tests - Exams Bundle Quiz Review Assessments
Ancient Greece Test for Google Drive | Study Guide and Unit Assessment
Save yourself time at the end of your Ancient Greece Unit with this Ancient Greece Test and Study Guide! This ready-made test has printable and digital options, and all text is 100% editable. There are testing options for both Google Docs and for Google Forms, so you have the flexibility to use whichever version works best for you! (You can also download a version for Microsoft Word through the Google Doc.) The Google Forms version is self-grading, and there are also answer keys included!To help
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6th - 9th
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Native American Unit on Aztec, Inca, Maya & Mississippian BUNDLE- 15 DAYS
Journey Through Time: A Complete Native American Unit on Aztec, Inca, Maya & Mississippian Cultures!Embark on a captivating exploration of four remarkable civilizations with this comprehensive Native American unit! This all-in-one resource provides everything you need to engage students in deep learning about the Aztec, Inca, Maya, and Mississippian cultures.Packed with informative resources, interactive activities, and creative projects, this unit caters to a variety of learning styles and
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4th - 8th
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Maya Aztec Inca Test Mesoamerica 50 questions with study guide
This assessment focuses on the ancient civilizations of the Maya, Aztec, and Inca. 50 questions (matching, multiple choice, and true/false) assess students' understanding of this topic. A study guide is also included to help students prepare. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. Please check out the PREVIEW to see exactly what you are getting. The ZIP file has a PDF student version for posting on personal sites, such as Google classroom or Canvas, or sending to
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Ancient Civilizations Reading Comprehension Worksheet Mega Bundle
Mythology PowerPoint - What Everyone Should Know From A-Z with Easel Assessment
Mythology PowerPoint - What Everyone Should Know From A-Z PowerPoint and Easel Assessment. Slides on what is a myth, classical mythology, and the main characters and myths of Greek and Roman mythology. Photos of statues and ruins, coins and ancient art, as well as interesting facts about the gods, goddesses, and heroes of ancient Greece. Build background knowledge before starting any mythology unit. 69 informational slides, 50 question/answer slides, and 25 Easel Assessment pages.Includes inform
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5th - 8th
Prehistory and Early Humans Test for Google Drive | Study Guide Unit Assessment
Save yourself time at the end of your Prehistory Unit or Early Humans Unit with this Early Humans Test and Study Guide! This ready-made test has printable and digital options, and all text is 100% editable. There are testing options for both Google Docs and for Google Forms, so you have the flexibility to use whichever version works best for you! (You can also download a version for Microsoft Word through the Google Doc.) The Google Forms version is self-grading, and there are also answer keys i
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Stone Age and Early Humans Unit Bundle | Activities, Simulation, Notes, Test
The Renaissance Test - Exam - Assessment Quiz Review Worksheet
Medieval Times / Middle Ages The Renaissance Exam - Assessment - Test 100% Editable with Answer Key!
This product contains an assessment that has vocabulary matching, fill in the blank, short answer, essay, and an info-graphic. It has 18 questions total.
It also contains an ANSWER KEY and an EDITABLE PowerPoint file.
This resource is aligned with The Renaissance Interactive Notebook and PowerPoint
The Renaissance Interactive Notebook
The Renaissance Interactive PowerPoint
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4th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Medieval Times - Middle Ages Tests - Exams Bundle Quiz Review Assessments
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Find Ancient History resources | TPT
If you’re an educator or parent looking for printable or digital resources to help your student learn about ancient history, TPT has got you covered. We’ve got a comprehensive collection of ancient history resources available, including activities and lessons on ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, ancient China, and ancient Mesopotamia, to name just a few. With plenty of TPT high-quality resources at your fingertips, you’ll be able to teach ancient history to your students with ease.
Ancient history activities to try
Here are a few examples of the different types of activities and lessons you can find on TPT to help teach students about ancient history:
Map Making
With map-making activities you can not only teach students about ancient civilizations, but also incorporate geography into your lessons. As they label and color maps, students can learn about important places in ancient civilizations, chart trade routes, and learn how empires expanded (and fell) over time.
Primary Source Analysis
One of the best ways to learn about ancient civilizations is through the artifacts and writings of people from that particular period of time. Encourage students to analyze primary sources to gain a deeper understanding about bygone eras of history. For instance, you can have students read accounts of the destruction of Pompeii and discuss it as a class.
Centers & Stations
Through the use of centers, students can collaborate and discuss topics and content they examine for each era in history. For example, you can have students navigate through four or five different centers or stations to help them learn about different aspects of Ancient Chinese culture, like literature, geography, government, and major historical events or achievements.
By making ancient history come to life through a variety of interactive and immersive activities, teachers can help students develop a deeper appreciation for the subject.
Frequently asked questions for teaching about ancient history
What is ancient history?
Ancient history refers to the period of human history that takes place from the invention of writing to late antiquity (spanning from about 3000 BC to AD 650). This era includes the study of various ancient civilizations, such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, India, and others. Ancient history plays a critical role in helping us understand the origins and development of human civilizations and the influence it had on contemporary cultures and societies.
What are examples of ancient history?
The Persian Wars, the rise of the Tang Dynasty, the campaigns of Alexander the Great, and the decline and fall of the Roman empire are all examples of important milestones and events that you can teach about in ancient history.
What types of ancient history resources are available on TPT?
There are many different types of ancient history resources sold by Sellers on TPT — from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units.
How do I find ancient history resources on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing ancient history lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ancient history resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
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