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The Sacrifice of the Spartans at Thermopylae: A Stand for Democracy?

This inquiry explores the pivotal Battle of Thermopylae (480 BCE) and poses the essential question: Did the Spartans sacrifice themselves to save Western Civilization? Students will analyze primary and secondary sources, including insights from historians like Herodotus and Tom Holland, while discussing the origins and nature of democracy. Through structured activities, students will formulate and support their claims about Spartan heroism, the battle's significance, and its implications for the development of Western democracy. Various sources will enhance understanding and critical thinking.

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The Sacrifice of the Spartans at Thermopylae: A Stand for Democracy?

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  1. Good Afternoon! • No NVC  • Warm-Up: Democracy • Inquiry: The Battle of Thermopylae Essential Question: Did the Spartans sacrifice themselves to save Western Civilization at Thermopylae?

  2. Warm-Up: Democracy • Where was democracy invented? • How was it different from other forms of government? • How does democracy relate to Western Civilization?

  3. What is our School’s mascot?

  4. What do we know about the Spartans?

  5. The Battle of Thermopylae (480 BCE)

  6. Inquiry Did the Spartans sacrifice themselves to save Western Civilization at Thermopylae?

  7. Source 0 • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qubItQjdSHA

  8. Source 0: 300 • What happened in this clip? Did the Spartans sacrifice themselves to save Western Civilization? What evidence do you have? • Why might you trust this source? Why might you not? • What other sources would you like to look at? Why?

  9. The Primary Sources Herodotus Ctesias

  10. Take a Stand! • After the first round of evidence, did the Spartans sacrifice themselves to save Western Civilization? Find ONE QUOTATION to back up your claim!

  11. The Secondary Sources Tom Holland Cyrus Kar

  12. Take a Stand • Write 1 sentence answering the question: Did the Spartans sacrifice themselves to save Western Civilization at Thermopylae? • Sentence Starter: The Spartans DID/DID NOT sacrifice themselves to save Western Civilization because ____________ • Find TWO QUOTATIONS (one from a primary source and one from a secondary source) that support your claim. Write them down

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