Mesopotamia
Assignment
Your task is to write a letter to the editor
of the Babylonian Times. You will follow the link below to a copy
of Hammurabi’s list of codes and choose one that you would like to discuss. In the letter to the editor, you must
clearly state the code number you are discussing and re-write (type) the
code. You will then share your
opinion of the code as if you were living in the times of Babylonia and explain
WHY you feel the way you do. If you disagree with the code, you should
offer suggestions for Hammurabi to consider. Your letter should be about 1 page
typed, using the same format as we do for current events. (Size 12 font, times new roman,
double-spaced, your paper headed with subject, assignment, name and date). Below you will find the link to his list
of codes. Please make sure you
remember to retype the code you are dealing with in your letter. You will also find the scoring rubric
for this assignment at the bottom of this page.
Part
2
Cuneiform
You are to visit the link below which will
allow you to type in your name and have it translated into cuneiform. Once you have done that, print it out
and bring to class to share with others.
Evaluation of Your
Letter
This rubric will be used to evaluate
the editorials for the Babylonian Times:
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Scale Level 15pts |
The written response
is very specific to the task assigned. Information about the code is
clearly stated along with the author's personal convictions. Writing
is expressive, clear, concise and to the point. The opinion is
logical. A conclusion ties up the letter. The piece is written
with nearly no grammatical errors. |
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Scale Level
12-14pts |
The written response
is specific to the task assigned. The information is correct and an
opinion is given. However, the writing neither manages to grasp the
reader's attention nor provide a convincing argument. A weak
conclusion leaves the reader unsatisfied. Several grammatical
errors. |
|
Scale Level
7-11pts |
The information
provided is generally accurate but no insight is provided. There may
or may not be an opinion about the code or a conclusion to the
letter. If an opinion is provided, there may be problems with
the logic. The student needs a dictionary for a Christmas present --
paper or clay optional. |
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Scale Level 1-6 pts |
An assignment is
turned in but it is unclear if it is for the task given or if the student
ever heard of Hammurabi. Information is lacking, missing,
inaccurate, or illogical. There may be problems with the reasoning if an
opinion is stated. Reader is left unsatisfied with the editorial and
certain the author has never heard of the editing process. |