Unveiling Ancient Greece: A Land Shaped by Mountains, Islands, and Seas

Embark on a captivating journey through ancient Greece! This reading comprehension worksheet explores the unique geography that molded a powerful civilization. Students will discover the influence of mountains, islands, and the ever-present sea on Greek life, trade, and warfare.

Dive into the heart of Greece:

• Engrossing Text: Compelling narrative explores the geographical features of Greece and their impact on its development.
• Primary Source Spotlight: Analyze excerpts from Thucydides' History, gaining firsthand insight into the role of geography in warfare.
• Assessment for Understanding: Multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions solidify learning.
• Effortless Grading: Save valuable time with a comprehensive answer key included.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to describe the major geographical features of ancient Greece.
• Students will be able to explain how mountains, islands, and the sea influenced the development of Greek civilization.
• Students will be able to analyze the role of geography in Greek trade and communication.
• Students will be able to evaluate the impact of geography on the Peloponnesian War.
• Students will be able to compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of Greece's geography.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.4.1 Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.5.1 Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

• SS.4.G.2.1 Describe the geographical features that influenced the development of a civilization (e.g., mountains, rivers, seas).

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