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Honors traces the development of civilizations around the world from prehistory to the Renaissance. The course covers major themes in world history, including the development and influence of human-geographic relationships, political and social structures, economic systems, major religions and belief systems, science and technology, and the arts. Topics covered in this course include the birth of civilizations; the classical civilizations of India, China, Greece, and Rome; the rise of new empires such as the Byzantine; and an examination of civilizations in Africa and North and South America. From there, students journey to the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance. Primary source documents, which appear frequently, encourage students to make connections to evidence from the past. Students master historical research and writing techniques and develop confidence in their analytic writing through a sequence of five-paragraph essays and analytic pieces, including document-based questions. Additionally, in a series of web explorations, students use carefully selected Internet resources to gather information for creative writing assignments. The content is based on standards from the National Council for History Education (1997), the National Center for History in the Schools (1996), and the National Council for Social Studies (1994) and is aligned to state standards. Length: Two semesters UNIT 1: ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN LESSON 1: THE BIRTH OF CIVILIZATIONS Study: Reading and Writing about History Develop important skills and strategies for reading and writing about history. Study: Prehistory Learn about prehistory, the Paleolithic age, and the scientific methods that uncover the story of early humans. Explore the life of the earliest humans. Discuss: Who Are You? Tell your classmates who you are and why you are taking this course. Study: Where Did the Earliest Humans Live? Learn about the life and migration of Homo sapiens by using archeological evidence. Study: The Rise of Civilizations Discover how humans changed from hunters and gatherers to members of settled agricultural societies during the Neolithic Revolution. Explore: Life Before Writing Further explore characteristics of human life during the prehistoric era. Summarize your findings. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 10 points Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 1 of 16

Quiz: The Birth of Civilizations LESSON 2: MESOPOTAMIAN CIVILIZATIONS Study: Early Civilization in the Fertile Crescent Explore the geography of the Fertile Crescent and discover the characteristics and achievements of the Sumerian civilization. Study: Rise and Fall of Babylon Explore the rise and fall of Babylon. Study: The Persian Empire Discover the origin and characteristics of the Persian empire. Practice: Compare and Contrast Mesopotamian Civilizations Evaluate your understanding of Mesopotamian civilizations by analyzing their similarities and differences. Quiz: Mesopotamian Civilizations LESSON 3: THE MEDITERRANEAN WORLD Study: The Birth of Hebrew Civilization Learn about the Phoenicians and the Hebrews and their lasting influence on the world. Practice: Religious Beliefs in the Fertile Crescent Compare religious beliefs from multiple cultures. Study: Aegean and Mediterranean Civilizations Explore the origin and rise of early Aegean and Mediterranean civilizations. Study: Northern European Settlements Learn about the early settlements of northern Europe. Quiz: The Mediterranean World LESSON 4: ANCIENT EGYPT Study: Geography of the Nile Explore the geography of the Nile Valley and its effects on ancient Egypt. Study: The Pharaohs Explore the chronology of ancient Egypt and the achievements of the Egyptian pharaohs. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 2 of 16

Study: Egyptian Creativity Learn about hieroglyphics and discover scientific and technological advances made in ancient Egypt. Discuss: Talking about Egypt Work with your classmates to analyze Egyptian civilization and culture. Quiz: Ancient Egypt LESSON 5: ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN WRAP-UP Review: Ancient Mediterranean Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Ancient Mediterranean Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Ancient Mediterranean Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 6: DIAGNOSTIC Diagnostic: Ancient Mediterranean Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 2: ANCIENT INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEANS LESSON 1: ANCIENT AFRICA Study: Rise and Achievement of Nubia Learn about the rise of Nubia and the development of Nubian culture. Study: The Bantu Expansion Discover how Bantu people, culture, and language spread across much of Africa. Discuss: Talking about Ancient Africa Discuss the people and cultures of ancient Africa. Quiz: Ancient Africa LESSON 2: CIVILIZATIONS OF EARLY INDIA Study: Geography of the Indus Valley Civilizations Explore the geography of the Indus Valley and how it affected the civilizations of the region. Study: The Rise of the Aryan Civilization Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 3 of 16

Learn about the origin and rise of the Aryan civilization. Study: Religious Contributions of the Vedic Age Discover religious developments in India. Quiz: Civilizations of Early India LESSON 3: EARLY CHINESE CIVILIZATIONS Study: Geography of Early Chinese Civilizations Explore the geography of China and its effects on early Chinese civilizations. Study: The Rise of the Shang Dynasty Explore the formative age, rise, characteristics, and beliefs of the Shang dynasty. Study: The Rise of the Zhou Dynasty Learn about the rise and achievements of the Zhou dynasty. Practice: The Mandate of Heaven Use a graphic organizer to analyze the Mandate of Heaven. Quiz: Early Chinese Civilizations LESSON 4: ANCIENT INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEANS WRAP-UP Review: Ancient Indian and Pacific Oceans Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Ancient Indian and Pacific Oceans Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Ancient Indian and Pacific Oceans Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 5: DIAGNOSTIC Diagnostic: Ancient Indian and Pacific Oceans Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 3: CLASSICAL MEDITERRANEAN LESSON 1: ANCIENT GREECE Study: Early History of Greek Civilizations Learn about the heyday and decline of the earliest Greek civilizations. Learn about Homer and the Trojan War. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 4 of 16

Study: Athens Explore the origin of the city-state in Greece, paying special attention to Sparta and Athens. Study: The Persian Wars Learn about the Persian Wars and the Age of Pericles. Study: The Peloponnesian Wars Study the causes and consequences of the Peloponnesian Wars. Practice: The Athenian Example Evaluate the factors that led to the collapse of the Athenian empire. Quiz: Ancient Greece LESSON 2: GREEK INFLUENCES Study: Cultural Legacies Explore the achievements and values of Greek architecture and art. Study: The Legacy of Alexander's Empire Discover the Hellenistic civilization. Discuss: Your Thoughts on Alexander Discuss Alexander the Great and evaluate his actions. Quiz: Greek Influences LESSON 3: ANCIENT ROME Study: The Roman Republic Learn about the creation, rise, and culture of the Roman Republic. Study: The Rise of the Roman Empire Trace the rise and expansion of the Roman Empire. Practice: The Reach and Influence of the Roman Empire Evaluate your understanding of ancient Rome by summarizing the causes and consequences of Rome's expanding empire. Study: The Fall of the Roman Empire in the West Explore the causes of the fall of the Roman Empire. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 5 of 16

Quiz: Ancient Rome LESSON 4: ROMAN INFLUENCES Study: Roman Words Explore the values and legacies of Roman law, literature, and art. Study: Roman Buildings Discover Roman construction and learn how Romans used these buildings in their daily lives. Explore: Pompeii Explore the ruins of Pompeii to learn about Roman life. Summarize your findings. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 10 points Study: Roman and Christian Religion Learn about the relationship between Rome and followers of monotheistic religions. Study: The Early Christian Church Discover how Christianity spread through the Roman Empire. Practice: The Rise of Christianity Practice your critical-thinking skills and test your understanding of the spread of Christianity. Quiz: Roman Influences LESSON 5: GOLDEN AGE OF ISLAM Study: Muhammad and Islam Learn about the life and times of the Prophet Muhammad. Study: Islam Spreads Trace the spread of Islam and identify the factors that contributed to its growth. Discuss: Sunni-Shiite Conflicts Today Discuss the origin of current Sunni-Shiite conflicts. Practice: Compare and Contrast Islam Christianity and Judaism Evaluate your understanding of the major religions of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism by summarizing their similarities and differences. Study: Islamic Cultural Legacies Explore Islamic achievements in art and architecture. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 6 of 16

Quiz: Golden Age of Islam LESSON 6: CLASSICAL MEDITERRANEAN WRAP-UP Review: Classical Mediterranean Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Classical Mediterranean Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Classical Mediterranean Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 7: DIAGNOSTIC Diagnostic: Classical Mediterranean Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 4: EMPIRES IN THE INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEANS LESSON 1: AFRICAN EMPIRES Study: The Diverse Kingdoms of Africa Explore the rise and achievements of Nubia and the West African kingdoms. Explore: Trade in Africa Explore the effects of trade in Africa. Summarize your findings. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 10 points Quiz: African Empires LESSON 2: EMPIRES OF INDIA Study: Hindu and Buddhist Beginnings Learn about the origin and spread of Hinduism and Buddhism. Study: Maurya and Gupta Learn about ancient India's civilizations and the society and culture that developed under the Mauryan and Gupta empires. Discuss: The Caste System Discuss the origins and implications of the caste system in ancient India. Quiz: Empires of India LESSON 3: EMPIRES OF CHINA Study: New Movements in Chinese Thinking Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 7 of 16

Explore new philosophies developing in China, including Confucianism and Taoism. Study: The Qin Dynasty Learn about the rise of the Qin dynasty and the construction of the Great Wall of China. Study: The Han Dynasty Explore the origin and achievements of the Han dynasty. Practice: Trade and Technology in Ancient China Evaluate the roles of trade and technology in ancient China. Quiz: Empires of China LESSON 4: EMPIRES IN THE INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEAN WRAP-UP Review: Empires in the Indian and Pacific Ocean Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Empires in the Indian and Pacific Ocean Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Empires in the Indian and Pacific Ocean Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 5: DIAGNOSTIC Diagnostic: Empires in the Indian and Pacific Ocean Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 5: SEMESTER WRAP-UP LESSON 1: SEMESTER REVIEW AND EXAM Review: Semester Review Prepare for the semester exam by reviewing key concepts covered in World History Semester 1. Exam: Computer-Scored Exam Take a computer-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in World History Semester 1. Duration: 0 hrs 50 mins Scoring: 100 points Final Exam: Teacher-Scored Exam Take a teacher-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in World History Semester 1. Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Scoring: 100 points UNIT 6: EUROPE IN THE MIDDLE AGES LESSON 1: BYZANTINE EMPIRE Study: Rome of the East Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 8 of 16

Learn about the geography, rise, and cultural achievements of the Byzantine Empire. Study: Byzantine Legacies Evaluate the Code of Justinian and the role of international law today. Quiz: Byzantine Empire LESSON 2: WESTERN EUROPE IN THE EARLY MIDDLE AGES Study: Western Europe in the Early Middle Ages Learn about the state of Europe after the collapse of the Roman Empire. Study: Vikings! Explore the role of the Vikings in Europe. Study: Feudalism Explore the characteristics of European feudalism, including its social structure and customs and the medieval church. Study: Changes in Agriculture and Commerce Discover the effects of changes in agriculture and commerce during the Middle Ages. Practice: The Church in Medieval Europe Evaluate the importance of the medieval church in Europe. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 20 points Quiz: Western Europe in the Early Middle Ages LESSON 3: CRUSADES AND THE RISE OF NATIONAL MONARCHIES IN EUROPE Study: The Rise of National and Papal Monarchies Explore the origin and rise of national and papal monarchies. Study: The Crusades Learn about the causes and consequences of the Crusades. Study: The Reconquista Learn about the Reconquista and its effects on Spain. Discuss: Of Kings and Crusades Discuss the crusades within the context of a rise in national monarchies. Explore: The Effects of the Crusades Explore the effects of the Crusades on European and Muslim life. Summarize your findings. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 9 of 16

Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 10 points Quiz: Crusades and the Rise of National Monarchies in Europe LESSON 4: THE RISE OF RUSSIA Study: The Rise of Russian Civilization Explore the origin of Russian civilization, including the Slavs, the Varangians, Kiev, Yaroslav, the Mongols, and the rule of the Ivans. Study: Eastern Europe Learn about the characteristics of Eastern European civilization. Practice: Russia and Western Europe Compare Russia with the kingdoms of Western Europe. Quiz: The Rise of Russia LESSON 5: EUROPE IN THE MIDDLE AGES WRAP-UP Review: Europe in the Middle Ages Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Test (CS): Europe in the Middle Ages Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Europe in the Middle Ages Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 6: DIAGNOSTIC Diagnostic: Europe in the Middle Ages Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 7: THE RISE OF NEW EMPIRES AROUND THE WORLD LESSON 1: ISLAMIC EMPIRES Study: Islam Spreads East Explore the causes and consequences of the spread of Islam eastward to India. Practice: A Strategy for Ruling India Evaluate the rule and actions of the Muslim raj. Study: The Ottoman Empire Explore the origin and rise of the Ottoman Empire and the development of Ottoman culture. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 10 of 16

Study: The Safavid Empire Explore the role and importance of Safavid Persia. Discuss: Persian or Turkish Culture? Discuss how the Safavid Turks maintained control of the Persian territories by adopting the Persian culture. Quiz: Islamic Empires LESSON 2: EAST ASIAN CIVILIZATIONS Study: The Golden Age of Chinese Civilization Explore the resurgence of Chinese civilization and the construction of the Forbidden City. Study: The Mongol Empire Learn about the rise and expansion of the Mongol Empire. Study: The Ming Empire Study the rise and achievements of the Ming dynasty. Study: The Rise of Korean Civilizations Explore the geography of Korea and the rise and cultural characteristics of Korean civilizations. Study: The Rise of Japanese Civilizations Learn about the rise of Japanese civilizations and the characteristics of feudal Japan. Practice: Civilizations of East Asia Practice your critical-thinking skills and test your understanding of the civilizations of East Asia. Quiz: East Asian Civilizations LESSON 3: CIVILIZATIONS OF THE AMERICAS Study: Populating the Americas Discover how people migrated to the Americas. Study: Empires of Central America Explore the rise and characteristics of the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs. Study: Empires of South America Learn about the rise of the Incan empire and the characteristics of its social structure. Study: Peoples of North America Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 11 of 16

Explore the diverse Native American cultures of North America. Practice: Diversity of Native American Cultures Use a graphic organizer to compare the civilizations of the Americas. Quiz: Civilizations of the Americas LESSON 4: THE RISE OF NEW EMPIRES AROUND THE WORLD WRAP-UP Review: The Rise of New Empires around the World Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Test (CS): The Rise of New Empires around the World Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): The Rise of New Empires around the World Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 5: DIAGNOSTIC Diagnostic: The Rise of New Empires around the World Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 8: BREAKUP OF UNITED CHRISTENDOM LESSON 1: PROSPERITY AND CRISIS IN THE LATE MIDDLE AGES Study: Learning and Arts in the Late Middle Ages Explore changes in learning and the arts, including literature and architecture, during the late Middle Ages. Study: Disease Ravages Europe Learn about the causes and consequences of the bubonic plague. Study: Crisis and Conflict in Europe Explore European conflicts during the late Middle Ages, including religious crises like the Hundred Years' War. Learn about Joan of Arc. Discuss: Role of Women in the Middle Ages Discuss the role of women in the Middle Ages. Quiz: Prosperity and Crisis in the Late Middle Ages LESSON 2: THE RENAISSANCE Study: The Origin of the Renaissance Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 12 of 16

Explore the origin of the Renaissance. Learn what it was, why it began in Italy, and what role humanism played. Study: Geniuses of Renaissance Arts and Thinking Learn about developments of Renaissance arts and literature. Practice: Characteristics of Renaissance Art Explore the techniques and features of Renaissance art. Summarize your findings. Quiz: The Renaissance LESSON 3: THE RENAISSANCE MOVES NORTH Study: Renaissance Writers Explore the origin and characteristics of the Northern Renaissance. Study: The Effects of the Printing Revolution Learn about the consequences of the printing press. Study: Shakespeare's England Explore the achievements of Shakespeare and the culture of Renaissance England. Discuss: Your Thoughts on the Renaissance Discuss the nature and importance of the Renaissance with other students. Practice: Art of the Northern Renaissance Practice your critical-thinking skills and test your understanding of the values of the Northern Renaissance. Quiz: The Renaissance Moves North LESSON 4: THE PROTESTANT REFORMATION Study: Martin Luther Starts the Protestant Reformation Learn about Martin Luther and his protest against practices of the Catholic Church. Study: The Spread of Protestantism Explore the causes and consequences of the spread of Protestantism. Study: The English Reformation Learn about King Henry VIII, the Church of England, and Queen Elizabeth I. Study: Catholic Reformation and Inquisition Explore the reforms enacted by the Catholic church; learn about the Inquisition. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 13 of 16

Explore: Explore Other Examples of Witch Hunts Explore the witch hunts of the Inquisition. Learn about how they relate to modern examples of witch hunts. Summarize your findings. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 10 points Quiz: The Protestant Reformation LESSON 5: BREAKUP OF UNITED CHRISTENDOM WRAP-UP Review: Breakup of United Christendom Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Test (CS): Breakup of United Christendom Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Breakup of United Christendom Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 6: BREAKUP OF UNITED CHRISTENDOM Diagnostic: Breakup of United Christendom Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 9: AGE OF EUROPEAN EXPANSION LESSON 1: EUROPEAN EXPLORATION Study: The Lure of Spices Learn about the motivating factors behind exploration. Study: Early Exploration Explore new technologies and early explorations. Study: Columbus Learn about Columbus and his influence on history. Study: Effects of Contact on Native Americans Learn about the Columbian Exchange and other effects of exploration. Discuss: Are You Aboard with Columbus? Discuss the significance of Columbus. Practice: The Columbian Exchange Evaluate the importance of the Columbian Exchange. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 14 of 16

Quiz: European Exploration LESSON 2: CONQUEST OF THE AMERICAS Study: Politics and the New World Learn how European politics affected exploration. Study: Spanish Conquests Learn about the fall of the American empires and consider why these empires were conquered so quickly. Study: Spanish Colonial Society Learn about aspects of life in the Spanish colonies, such as the church, experiences of Native Americans, social structure, and colonial culture. Study: Portuguese Settlements Explore the role of the Portuguese in Brazil. Practice: Expulsion of the Jesuits Use document-based questions to practice your critical-thinking skills and test your understanding of the expulsion of the Jesuits. Quiz: Conquest of the Americas LESSON 3: THE ATLANTIC WORLD Study: Europe and North America Learn about European nations' claims on colonies. Discuss: Talking about North America Discuss the motivations and consequences of European competition for North America. Study: Europe and Africa Explore the development and effects of triangle trade. Learn about the role of European ports and the Atlantic slave trade. Explore: Explore the Effects of Slavery Explore the effects of slavery on Africa and the Americas. Summarize your findings. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 10 points Quiz: The Atlantic World LESSON 4: EUROPEAN TRADE IN ASIA Study: South and Southeast Asia Learn about how European traders interacted with the empires and peoples of South and Southeast Asia. Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 15 of 16

Study: East Asia Explore how Chinese, Korean, and Japanese civilizations reacted to increased trade with Europe. Practice: Responses to Outsiders Evaluate the different responses of Asian nations to outside influences. Quiz: European Trade in Asia LESSON 5: AGE OF EUROPEAN EXPANSION WRAP-UP Review: Age of European Expansion Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Test (CS): Age of European Expansion Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Age of European Expansion Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points LESSON 6: DIAGNOSTIC Diagnostic: Age of European Expansion Take a diagnostic unit test that will generate a study plan based on your responses. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 25 points UNIT 10: SEMESTER WRAP-UP LESSON 1: SEMESTER REVIEW AND EXAM Review: Semester Review Prepare for the semester exam by reviewing key concepts covered in World History Semester 1. Exam: Computer-Scored Exam Take a computer-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in World History Semester 1. Duration: 0 hrs 50 mins Scoring: 100 points Final Exam: Teacher-Scored Exam Take a teacher-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in World History Semester 1. Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Scoring: 100 points Copyright 2016 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 16 of 16